Six reasons schools choose a Jog-a-Thon
| Benefit | What it means for your school |
|---|---|
| Keep 95–97% | No product cost, so donations go to your cause, not a vendor. |
| Healthy | Celebrates fitness instead of selling candy, wrapping paper, or discount cards. |
| Inclusive | Every child participates at their own pace — no door-to-door selling. |
| Simple | A track, field, or gym is all you need. |
| Community | Families, staff, and local sponsors rally around one visible event. |
| Low effort | An online platform automates donations, tracking, and payout. |
Profit compared to product fundraisers
On a typical product fundraiser, a school might keep 40–50% after the company's share. A Jog-a-Thon flips that: because there's nothing to buy, schools keep the vast majority of every dollar. Over a full campaign that difference can be tens of thousands of dollars for the same family effort.
Active fundraisers reinforce the message schools already teach: movement is good for focus, mood, and learning. A Jog-a-Thon turns a fundraiser into a wellness event the whole community remembers.
- 95–97% profit retention beats product fundraisers by a wide margin.
- It's healthy, inclusive, and simple to stage.
- The event builds community and school spirit.
- Online tools keep the volunteer workload low.
Jog-a-Thon FAQs
Are Jog-a-Thons more profitable than selling products?
Generally yes. Product fundraisers often net 40–50% after the vendor's cut; Jog-a-Thons keep 95–97% because there's no product cost.
Is a Jog-a-Thon inclusive for all students?
Yes — students jog, walk, or move at their own pace, so every child can take part.
Ready to get your school Movin'?
Talk to a personal fundraising coach — a former PTO/PTA leader — and see how FundHub runs your Jog-a-Thon end to end.