Turn Every After-School Booking Into PTA Fundraising with Recess
What is Recess?
As local Austin moms, we know the daily juggling act all too well. School ends at 3, but work doesn’t end until 6. Then there are teacher workdays, winter break, spring break, and that long summer stretch where kids need care and enrichment while parents still need to work.
Recess solves this gap by connecting Austin families with trusted local programs, from after-school care and tutoring to summer camps and holiday programs. We’re the one-stop shop that helps parents find, book, and manage activities that keep their kids happy, safe, and engaged during those tricky out-of-school hours.
The Easiest Fundraising You’ll Ever Do
Here’s what makes us different: giving back to local schools isn’t just something we talk about, it’s woven into the fabric of our company. That’s why we created the Recess Giveback Program, a fundraising initiative that requires virtually no effort from your PTA while generating real money for your school.
Here’s how it works: When parents book activities through Recess using your school’s unique code, we automatically give a percentage of each booking back to your PTA. No selling candy bars. No organizing car washes. No asking families to buy things they don’t need. This is fundraising that happens on purchases parents are already making to solve their childcare challenges.
We’re currently working with several AISD elementary and middle schools, and our dream is to have a code for every Austin school so we can funnel even more money back to our local schools.
Real Results from Real Schools
Don’t just take our word for it, we have real success stories from nearby local schools. Mathews Elementary raised $105 in their first 10 days of joining the Giveback program. And this was in the fall, before we even hit the big summer camp sign-up season when families are booking the most programs. Imagine what your school could raise with minimal effort throughout a full year!
Getting Started Is Simple (We Promise!)
We designed this program to be as hands-off as possible for busy PTA volunteers. Here’s all you need to do:
Step 1: Email us at giveback@hello-recess.com to let us know you want to set up a school code.
Step 2: We’ll create your unique school code AND send you a special 50% off promo that families can use for one week to get half off classes and camps! We’ll provide you with a ready-to-share one-pager with all the details—just forward it in your next newsletter or post it on your Facebook page.
Step 3: Sit back and watch the fundraising happen automatically. We’ll send your fundraised dollars to your PTA each month. No tracking, no follow-up needed on your end.
Bonus: Ask Us About Recess Grants!
Beyond our Giveback Program, we also reserve funds each year for direct grants to select local schools. These grants can support specific initiatives, field trips, or programs that benefit your students. When you email us about setting up your school code, ask about our grant opportunities if you’re in need of additional resources.
Your Long-Term Partner in Fundraising
Every Austin parent deals with the challenge of covering childcare gaps. When they solve that challenge through Recess, your school benefits too. It’s fundraising that aligns perfectly with what families already need, creating a win-win that requires virtually no work from your PTA.
Email us at giveback@hello-recess.com to get started!
Recess is proudly founded and operated by Austin moms who understand the daily challenges of balancing work and family life. Supporting our local schools is a central part of our mission. Learn more about us here.
