What is the Fund$ Run? 
Candalaria’s student fundraiser which promotes school spirit and exercise while raising one-half of the PTA’s operating budget to fund enriching activities and new equipment to our students. This year we are raising money to upgrade the field and outdoor opportunities for education around Candalaria!

The 2024/25 Candalaria FUND$ RUN is scheduled for October 17th 9am-noon.   

The FUND$ RUN is the biggest of Candalaria’s two general fundraisers.  Students ask neighbors, friends, and relatives to pledge a dollar amount for the number of laps they can run around Candalaria’s track in 20 minutes.  Flat rate pledges are also welcome.  Before and after the race, students collect the money from their sponsors and return the money to school.  All funds raised go directly to support Candalaria: field trips, in-class special programs, classroom supplies, new technology, author visits, art programs, playground/field improvements, student clubs and more!

RAFFLE PRIZES!

​For every $10 collected, students earn one chance in a drawing to win prizes such as Legos, art supplies, stuffed animals, gift cards, and more! 

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OTHER PRIZE OPPORTUNITIES:
Turning in your pledge sheet!
100% of class turns in pledge envelopes - class treat!

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​Funds Run proceeds constitute one-half of the
PTA’s operating budget each year, and is vital to our ability to provide enriching activities and new equipment to our students.
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​WE ENCOURAGE EVERY FAMILY TO PARTICIPATE!
Consider setting a family goal - $50? $100? $500? You can do it! Involve each member of your family in the fundraising effort, whether a current student or not. Ask friends, family, neighbors and co-workers for pledges and donations. Every penny will help your child have a richer, more meaningful experience at Candalaria.
​How many laps can the average student run in 20 minutes?

​Kinder  •  5-7 laps    
First •   6-8 laps  
Second •  7-9 laps
Third •  7-9 laps
Fourth •  8-10 laps
Fifth •  9-11 laps

(These numbers are averages only, and not used for prize determination​)
​​HELP US MEET OUR GOAL!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
TBD
Remember:
  • We’ll run rain or shine, so dress appropriately!
  • Don’t forget to send your student’s pledge envelope back—even if it’s empty! Every student who returns an envelope will get a prize, and classes with 100% envelope return will win a donut party. 
  • Volunteers need to check in at the front office and get a volunteer badge.
  • Families can watch their student's run. Enter ONLY through the Hansen Ave. gate and remain in that designated area. Do not check in at the front office. Exit after your student's run out the Hansen Ave. gate.
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Donations to the Fund$ Run are gratefully accepted:
On behalf of which student?
Comments:
General Fund$ Run Sponsor: