Why PTOs and PTAs love it
Parent groups need results without burning out volunteers. A Jog-a-Thon delivers: no product to manage, automated donations and payout, and a coach — a former PTO/PTA leader — who helps you set goals and pick incentives. A small committee can run the whole thing.
What works for this group
- Recruit a small committee and divide clear roles.
- Lean on your Get Movin' coach for goal-setting and incentive ideas.
- Use online pages so the fundraising scales beyond your volunteer base.
- Reuse the platform every year — each event gets easier.
Planning it well
Use the same proven arc every Jog-a-Thon follows — set a goal and date, register online, drive pledges, kick off, run, and close out. The full framework is in how to plan a Jog-a-Thon, with a printable checklist and week-by-week timeline.
- Match the theme, distance, and incentives to the age group.
- Lead with online student pages to maximize reach.
- Keep it inclusive so every participant can take part and be celebrated.
Jog-a-Thon FAQs
How do we get more students to participate?
Run a strong kickoff, set a clear reward, and make sharing a student page effortless. Participation follows understanding and momentum.
How many volunteers do we need?
Fewer than you'd think. The platform handles donations and tracking, so a small committee plus event-day helpers is usually enough.
Is a Jog-a-Thon good for a first-time PTO fundraiser?
Yes — it's one of the simplest high-profit options. Start with how to plan a Jog-a-Thon.
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.