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Fun Runs aren’t just a great way to bring your school community together—they can also help K-12 schools raise tens of thousands of dollars from a single event.
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Of course, setting up a successful Fun Run also means effectively promoting it. Let the whole school community know about your upcoming Fun Run with these 5 free Canva templates you can customize and share.
Using FutureFund to Plan & Launch Your School Fun Runs
The flyers below make great print advertisements for your Fun Run—but you can also use our free online fundraising platform for K-12 schools to register students easily, collect pledges, and more. Here are just a few of the ways FutureFund helps school Fun Runs succeed:
- Create shareable custom campaign pages with help from a dedicated account manager
- Register students to run online with easy sign-up forms
- Automatically collect and track all pledges raised in your campaign dashboard
- Enable corporate matching from participating businesses
- Generate campaign summaries and other financial reports in a few clicks
Not a FutureFund user yet? Get started today with a free trial, then use the templates below to support your campaign with print media that pops.
How to Use These Templates
The Canva templates below are designed so you can add your event information to them in minutes. To use these templates, simply:
- Click the link provided below
- Click the purple “Use template for new design” button (this will open the template in your Canva account)
- Click the details in each template to replace them with your own information
- When you’re finished, click the “Share” button in the top right corner
- Click “Download” and select “PDF Print” from the drop-down menu
- Click the “Download” button to save your PDF and print it from your computer
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Get StartedEssential Information to Include on Your School Fun Run Template
No matter which of the templates on this list you choose to customize for your events, ensure that it has the following information clearly displayed:
- The name of your school
- The title of your Fun Run (if applicable)
- The date of the event
- The starting and ending locations
- The cause you’re fundraising for
- Brief details on where and how to register
5 Free Canva Templates for Your K-12 School Fun Runs
Template #1: Minimalist
This flyer keeps things straightforward and clear. Clean lines and easy-to-read text let parents and students see all the essential details quickly so they can sign up or volunteer. Ideal when you need a no-fuss, professional look.
Template #2: Classic Cartoon
Stand out with a fun design that grabs interest. This flyer is great for adding a bit of artistic flair and getting everyone excited about the event.
Template #3: Clip Art Style
Featuring a large and playful illustration, this design is perfect for catching the eyes of both kids and parents. It’s friendly and inviting, making your event feel warm and welcoming.
Template #4: Modern
Bold colors and a dynamic layout help this flyer design make a strong impression. It’s perfect for PTA volunteers who want to give their event a fresh look and make it hard to ignore.
Template #5: Girl Power
Perfect for Fun Runs that promote inclusivity and female empowerment, like Breast Cancer Awareness fundraisers. This vibrant design uses uplifting graphics to boost confidence and community spirit among girls.
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Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions about Running Fun Runs with FutureFund
What kind of fundraiser campaign is a Fun Run?
Fun Runs are examples of “A-Thon” campaigns, where students sign up to participate and then collect pledges from family and friends to support their efforts. Your Fun Run can be set up using the details in our “How to Run a Jog-A-Thon” guide.
How much money do Fun Runs with FutureFund raise?
The amounts you’ll raise for different events will vary, but here are some quick fundraising statistics to help give you an idea of what to expect:
- Schools that transition to digital platforms boost average fundraising by 35-55%.
- Fun Runs and A-Thons run with FutureFund often raise $300-$500 per student.
- A single Fun Run hosted with FutureFund last March raised over $70,000.
How should I promote my school Fun Run?
In addition to using these free Canva flyer templates, FutureFund’s built-in messaging system makes it easy to promote your Fun Run and encourage the school community to participate.
Copy and paste the shareable link for your campaign into your messages, then send them to parents and students with our custom templates and audience filters. Learn more about sending messages with FutureFund.
How do I set up corporate matching for my Fun Run?
FutureFund lets parents sign up for corporate matching when they register with your school group through the platform. Our database of corporate matching programs then connects each parent to their employer and sends an automatic welcome message to the organization asking for their support.
For Fun Runs, corporate matching can be enabled when parents pay registration fees for students or make pledges to support them. Learn more about our corporate matching feature here.
