Let’s talk about something that’s happening quietly but with real consequences:
Parents are saying no to school fundraisers.
It’s not because they don’t care about supporting their kids or their school. In fact, it’s the opposite. Parents are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and burned out, and fundraising has become one more stressor on an already overflowing plate.
If your school has struggled to hit its fundraising goal lately, it’s not just you. It’s happening all across Canada, and it’s hurting schools more than you might realize.
The Hidden Cost: Fundraising Burnout
We’ve all seen it:
- The same small group of parents doing all the work.
- Volunteers getting burned out after one too many bake sales.
- Families avoid sign-ups because they just can’t do it anymore.
When parents start saying no, it doesn’t just impact the fundraiser itself, it impacts the entire school community.
- Lower engagement → Less community spirit
- Reduced participation → Fewer funds for essential programs
- Volunteer burnout → Fewer people willing to help next time
Why Parents Are Opting Out of Fundraisers in 2025
1. Too Much Effort
Traditional fundraisers demand time, effort, and logistics from parents. From selling products to collecting payments, it’s exhausting.
2. Pressure and Guilt
When a fundraiser falls flat, parents feel like they didn’t do enough. No one wants that feeling of guilt when they’ve already given all they can.
3. Lack of Transparency
If parents don’t know how much was raised or what it’s going toward, it feels like their effort was wasted.
💡 A Better Way: Make Fundraising Simple and Transparent
Parents aren’t saying no because they don’t care. They’re saying no because the system is broken.
That’s why Brightraiser was built: to make fundraising easy, transparent, and actually enjoyable.
✅ No Inventory Pre-Purchases, No Upfront Investment
Parents and supporters choose from a diverse online catalog. All products are made here in Canada. PACs don’t need to figure out what to buy.
✅ Digital, Mobile-Friendly
Anyone can contribute in seconds, from their phone or computer.
✅ Clear Goals, Real Impact
Parents see exactly what’s being raised and where the money is going.
💡 Schools using Brightraiser have seen 3X more participation and raised up to 5X more funds.
🚀 Ready to Make Fundraising Stress-Free?
If you’re tired of seeing parents burned out and saying no, it’s time to make a change.
👉 Schedule a quick call with Brightraiser and see how to simplify your next fundraiser.