How does it work?

• A four-week pledge period will kick-off with Morning Blast-off on Friday, 2/2.

• Families can begin fundraising as soon as they receive their Glow Run information sheets in Wednesday Folders on 1/31!

• With a goal of raising $20,000, students are encouraged to collect donations from friends, family, and neighbors through an online fundraising portal. 

• Northy, our wonderful mascot, will be running and cheering on every student during the Glow Run! 

What happens if there is inclement weather?

While the Glow Run takes place in the MPR (indoors), we can’t always predict what Texas winter weather will do. If for some reason the school is closed due to inclement weather, the Glow Run is rescheduled to the following Friday, March 1.

How do parents register their student(s)?

First, parents log in or sign up on 99 Pledges. Parents can then use their students’ unique generated link to share with family and friends via email, social media, etc., to collect donations. 

Why are you asking for donations for the Glow Run?

Many schools in the district raise funds using fun runs and have been very successful. We hope to raise $20,000. Every dollar family, friends, and neighbors donate goes directly to the educational experience at North Elementary. These donations help pay for field trips, art supplies, performing arts supplies, PE equipment, Brain Pop subscriptions, teacher grants, classroom supplies, and many other PTA-sponsored programs. 

What is the goal? How much should I give?

This year our goal is $20,000. If all students raise $35, then we would exceed our goal. Some families will be able to give more and some families less, but we appreciate any amount. Whatever the amount, every dollar adds up and gets us closer to reaching our goal! 

How does my student collect donations? 

Students will request donations from family, friends, and neighbors – anyone who wants to help support our school. Each donor will donate up front, not a rate per lap after the event. Parents may ask co-workers and friends, too, if they wish.

When collecting donations, what payment method is preferred? 

Cash, checks, and online payments are all welcome! If collecting cash, no coins please. Checks should be made out to “North Elementary PTA” and dropped off at the front office labeled  “Fun Run - Student Name”.

Are Fun Run donations tax deductible?

All Fun Run contributions are tax deductible. A 2024 Glow Run Donation tax receipt will be electronically sent to those who make a donation. Donations made payable to North Elementary PTA by check need to be submitted in an envelope with the following information: student’s name, teacher’s name, and a parent/guardian email address. A donation receipt will be emailed to the email address provided.

Do you accept Corporate Matching? 

Yes! Some companies offer Corporate Matching. If your company offers this, they would match the donation you’ve provided to the fundraiser. Click here to see if your company qualifies.

Can my student(s) participate in the Fun Run if they can’t get any donations?

Absolutely! All students are encouraged to participate. Every student in the Glow Run receives an event T-shirt.

What if I have more than one North Navigator? Can my students combine their donations for a higher level incentive? Or can I split donations between multiple students? 

No, students will have individualized fundraising links. We encourage families to fundraise together, but please understand that individual donations per student are necessary. For some students, this is an opportunity to challenge themselves, for others it might be a great way to compete with friends. Every student’s individual donation total goes toward classroom goals, their own incentives, and school-wide incentives. 

What are the prizes? How can my kids win incentives?

Students are encouraged to reach or surpass their goal! The more money raised, the greater the chance that their classroom wins a prize, and that they win higher level individual prizes. To view incentive brackets, see below.

When do students receive their prizes?

Prizes are distributed to the classrooms in March (after the Glow Run). If your student raises more than $500, then they qualify to pick a prize from the prize wall. Prize wall prizes will be awarded during a Blast-off assembly during the month of March. 

What should my student wear and bring on the day of the Glow Run?

Students will be provided a Glow Run T-shirt. In addition, students should wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes suitable for running or walking. Think NEON! Wear bright neon colored items that will pop under blacklights. We encourage all students to bring water bottles to fill at the MPR water fountains.

Can families join and run for fun?

Due to limited space this is a student-only event. Only registered students, volunteers, and teachers are allowed. We will have a PTA-volunteered photographer on site, and images will be posted to Facebook, Instagram, and the PTA website after the event.

Will students be released early that day?

No, students will be released at 2:45PM – following normal dismissal procedures. After the Glow Run, students will return to their classrooms to continue normal school activities.

This sounds like fun, can I help?

Yes! If you are a parent or a guardian, please help your child understand how raising money helps their school. Assist your child in collecting donations too. If you want to volunteer, the Glow Run is a terrific event to get involved with. Please sign-up to volunteer here, and ensure that you are a registered volunteer with LISD. 

What is the minimum amount I need to donate in order to send fliers home with students or be featured on the PTA website? 

$500 for fliers and $250 for our website. If you aren’t able to commit that much, please consider donating a smaller amount of $100; your logo won’t be featured, but your company name in text will be featured on our online promotions.