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Quick answer
Jog-a-Thon volunteers handle setup, lap counting, water and course stations, cheering, and photos. A small committee plus event-day helpers is enough because the platform automates donations and tracking.
Volunteer roles
| Role | What they do |
|---|---|
| Setup crew | Course, arch, water, shade, signage before students arrive. |
| Lap counters | Record laps with bands, cards, or a scanning app. |
| Station helpers | Water, cheering, and encouragement around the course. |
| Photographers | Capture photos and video for thank-yous and next year. |
| Cleanup crew | Break down the course and tidy the space. |
How many you need
A typical event runs on roughly one volunteer per 20–30 students during the jog windows, plus a small setup and cleanup crew. Recruit early, assign clear roles, and brief everyone the morning of.
Key takeaways
- Roles: setup, lap counting, stations, photos, cleanup.
- About one helper per 20–30 students during jog windows.
- Clear assignments and a morning brief keep the day smooth.
Jog-a-Thon FAQs
How many volunteers does a Jog-a-Thon need?
Roughly one per 20–30 students during jog windows, plus setup and cleanup crews. The platform handles the money, so you need fewer than a product fundraiser.
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.