FUNDRAISING CASE STUDY
Belmont School partnered with Go Raise It to deliver their 2025 Obstacle Dash fundraiser, achieving an impressive $22,452.33 in donations received. The event brought the whole school together in a high-energy day of physical activity, fun challenges, and friendly house competition. Students attacked the obstacle course in waves, completing as many laps as they could in 20 minutes, creating a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere across the school grounds.
The Go Raise It online platform made it simple for both local and overseas supporters to contribute, and the school appreciated how easy it was for families to set up and share fundraising pages. With minimal costs, excellent engagement, and strong community involvement, the Obstacle Dash delivered an outstanding result for Belmont School.
Why Belmont Chose Go Raise It
Belmont School selected Go Raise It for its ability to deliver a seamless, family-friendly, and low-admin fundraising experience. Key advantages included:
The Results
The Belmont School Obstacle Dash delivered strong outcomes:
What Worked Well
Belmont School identified several key factors that contributed to the success of their fundraiser:
Prizes
Belmont School kept prizes simple, fun, and very low-cost, yet highly motivating for students. Rewards included:
Additional treats were provided on event day:
These incentives helped maintain excitement while keeping expenses extremely low.
Sponsorships
Belmont School received generous support from a school sponsor who contributed:
This support allowed the school to add a special feature to the course at no additional cost, enhancing the overall experience for students.
“Go Raise It made everything simple – from spot prizes appearing on our doorstep to building and promoting fundraising pages, making it easy for families to set up and raise funds beyond our immediate community.”
Peter Thorne, Principal – Belmont Primary School.
Go Raise It provides some of the best fundraising ideas for schools and clubs across New Zealand. All our fundraising options have no upfront costs and are easy to run.
