Lydia Hawk Elementary

At RunRaise, we love partnering with schools that lead with heart and inclusion. Lydia Hawk Elementary in Lacey, Washington lives out its motto every day: "Learning for all, whatever it takes!" When the school set out to fund the programs that make it special, they teamed up with RunRaise for a full-service Color Run, and the result was unforgettable.

A School Dedicated to Excellence

Serving grades K-5 in the North Thurston Public Schools district, Lydia Hawk Elementary stands out for its dual language Spanish-English immersion program alongside enrichment opportunities in band and orchestra. These programs create a vibrant, well-rounded learning environment, and they are exactly what this campaign set out to support.

A Color Run to Remember

The campaign built toward a vibrant, all-school Color Run that we fully planned and operated. Every grade level ran, laughed, and got showered in color during a celebration of health, community, and school spirit. By the time the dust settled, the Lydia Hawk community had come together to raise nearly $18,000 for the programs their students love.

Real Impact for Real Students

Every dollar raised went straight back to the classroom. The funds help sustain the dual language program, support band and orchestra, and expand the enrichment opportunities that give every student a chance to thrive.

Our Full-Service Approach

At RunRaise, we go beyond donation platforms and offer end-to-end fundraising support. Here is how we made this campaign both successful and stress-free for the school:

Collaborative Strategy and Planning

We worked directly with Lydia Hawk's PTA and administration to build a clear plan and timeline, aligning everyone around shared goals from day one.

Setting and Driving Goals

We established school-wide, classroom, and individual fundraising goals to spark excitement and friendly competition while giving every student a role in the success.

Prize Coordination and Incentives

Our team purchased, sorted, and organized prizes for biweekly prize drops, keeping energy high and making it simple for teachers to manage.

Parent Communication

We drafted and sent regular parent emails with progress updates, fundraising tips, and clear calls to action, helping families stay informed and involved.

Branded Materials

We designed and printed car line banners and take-home flyers so the campaign stayed visible and unified at school and at home.

Teacher Support

We created a comprehensive deck for teachers to share with their classes, explaining the Color Run, the purpose behind the fundraiser, and safe ways to ask for donations.

Individual Fundraising Pages

Every student received a custom fundraising link leading to their personal page, making it easy and secure for family and friends to give.

A Partnership Built on Trust

We are proud of what we accomplished together with the Lydia Hawk community, and the experience meant just as much to them. In their words:

Transparent Pricing, Maximum Impact

With our simple per-participant pricing, Lydia Hawk Elementary knew exactly what their fundraising costs would be from the start, ensuring the funds raised went directly toward supporting students and enriching their education.

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