Darian Shimy

How to Run a Lift-a-Thon Fundraiser

Lift-A-Thons are engaging and easy-to-run fundraisers for high schools. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your Lift-A-Thon a success with FutureFund, including tips on using our free platform to organize volunteers and collect pledges.

Science Says We’re Awful at Event Planning—Here’s How to Change That

From last-minute stress to uneven volunteer turnout, group events often collapse under predictable psychological barriers. This article explores the science behind planning failures—and the simple, proven strategies that help parents and staff organize smoother, more successful events.

Three Lessons From LAUNCH 2025 We Took to Heart

At LAUNCH 2025, PTA leaders in Texas shared real challenges: high fundraising fees, volunteer burnout, and declining memberships. Title I schools in particular are losing critical funds to third-party fees, while volunteers struggle with fragmented tools. Parents want to engage but need clearer, easier ways to do so. These conversations highlight the need for platforms like FutureFund to remain free for schools, simplify volunteer work, and help PTAs grow their membership by embracing modern solutions.