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Tips for shifting into summer break mode
As the school year draws to a close, you and your child may be looking forward to summer break as a well-deserved reprieve. The challenge lies in shifting gears from a known routine to a new, possibly less-structured schedule. Read on for practical tips for making a smooth transition to summer.
Kids Need to Play Outside!
Well… we all know that. But it doesn’t seem to stop them from spending more time in front of a screen than we’d like them to. A good percentage of our kids are only spending 30 to 40 minutes a day outside. Instead, they are replacing valuable outdoor time with up to seven hours of screen time. Yikes! This inactive lifestyle will have a long term affect on these kid’s health and well-being.
What to Eat Before a Race and After You Cross the Finish Line
A Color-A-Thon fun run is enjoyable for all ages and running levels. The most important thing is to set a goal for yourself, stick to it and have FUN. But if you want to boost your race and make sure your body is properly fueled, there are a few good foods to eat...
Exciting Fundraiser Incentive Ideas To Boost Color Run Participation
When you plan a donation-based or entry fee-based Color-A-Thon with School-A-Thon, our awards and incentive program is already conveniently included. Fundraiser prizes include everything from crazy hair headbands to brightly colored tutus. But if you're looking to...
The Best Way to Throw Color Run Powder: Fun Ways to Spread a Little Color
Are you organizing your first School-A-Thon color run and wondering about the best way to throw color run powder on your participants? Fear not! We're here to help. When you organize a Color-A-Thon fundraiser through School-A-Thon, you have total control over your...
How to Plan a Fun Run: When Should You Schedule Your School’s Color Run Fundraising Event?
Looking for refreshingly fun fundraising ideas for school spirit? A Color-A-Thon fundraiser just might be what you've been searching for! A School-A-Thon color run boosts school pride while encouraging physical fitness, raising money for a good cause and having a...
Tips for Protecting Your Hair from Color Run Powder
A color run with School-A-Thon is a whole lot of fun. What’s less fun? Not knowing how to get color run powder out of hair. Don’t worry — we have you covered. This guide will help you protect your hair before and after a color powder run to prevent the colored...
How to Save the Color In Your Color Fun Run T-Shirt
A color run fundraiser is a great event that creates incredible memories that will last a lifetime. If you plan on wearing your School-A-Thon T-shirt during the color run (which we highly suggest doing, by the way), one of the best ways to preserve those memories is...
How to Promote a Color Run Fundraiser Affordably and Successfully
When planning your School-A-Thon color run fundraiser, it’s extremely important that you promote it through the proper channels. You could do all the planning in the world, but if no one knows your event is happening, all that work will have been for nothing. Lucky...
Where’s the Best Place to Hold Color Run Fundraisers?
So, you’ve decided to host a school color run fundraiser with School-A-Thon? Congrats! You’re about to experience the most fun, innovative and profitable “thon” fundraising event around! For schools, color run fundraisers are an exciting way to earn money and build a...
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“Everyone at Blue Ridge had an awesome time. A spectator enjoyed it so much she donated $20.00 to the parent group. Loved watching the kids get colored!!!”