Register for Raise Craze!

Register for Raise Craze!

Raise Craze

Kindness Fundraiser

September 21 – October 30, 2026

Our biggest fundraiser of the year is here!

Join us as we spread kindness throughout our community while raising money to support our students and school programs

Register Your Student Here

(Code: 791-225)

What is Raise Craze?

Raise Craze is an online fundraising platform where students request donations from family and friends via their own secure fundraising page. In return, they complete Acts of Kindness (AOKs) for others.

Instead of selling, students are serving, learning the importance of kindness, gratitude, and giving back.

Check out the “How It Works” video to see how this super simple and sweet fundraiser works!

Watch Video!

Why We Chose Raise Craze?

We want to continue making Viejo Elementary an amazing place for our students and families. That takes community support! Raise Craze helps us:

  • Keep kindness and inclusivity at the center of fundraising

  • Teach students the value of gratitude and serving others

  • Allow our school to keep 90%+ of the funds raised

Fundraising Goal

This year, we are raising $45,000 to support:

  • Classroom Support & Teacher Aides

  • Field Trips & Enrichment Experiences

  • Campus & Equipment Upgrades

How to Participate

  1. Register your student: raisecraze.com/join

    Code: 791-225

  2. Acts of Kindness (AOKs)
    Help your child select 5–10 Acts of Kindness to complete. Don’t forget to log AOKs in the software, every student will be recognized, even without raising money!

  3. Supporters
    Enter 5–10 email addresses for potential supporters. Raise Craze will send emails, reminders, and thank-you notes (addresses are never shared or used for marketing).

Rewards & Recognition

Students are recognized for:

  • Sending emails to supporters

  • Completing Acts of Kindness

  • Raising funds

Prizes include raffles, fun recess challenges, prize packs, class parties, and special privileges.

Volunteer with Raise Craze

We’d love your help to make Raise Craze a success! Here are some ways you can get involved:

  • Assist at school kindness-events

  • Help students during the Fun Run

  • Support behind-the-scenes tasks (prep, organizing, etc.)

Thank you for helping us spread kindness across our school!

Volunteer Here!

The “Nifty Fifty” Challenge

Help us earn the Nifty-Fifty U.S. Award by receiving at least one donation from all 50 states! Reach out to friends, family, and colleagues nationwide to get their state represented on our Kindness Map.

Track Our Progress

View Leaderboard Here

Stay up to date with our Raise Craze Leaderboard

You can check:

  • Acts of Kindness Completed

  • Funds Raised toward our $45,000 goal

  • Students Registered

  • States Covered

Corporate Sponsorship

Support Our Vaqueros and Grow Your Business!
Partnering with Viejo PTA is a meaningful way to invest in education while gaining visibility in our vibrant school community.

Our sponsorship opportunities highlight your business among families, staff, and neighbors throughout the school year, all while directly supporting programs and experiences that enrich the lives of every student.

Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Ready to Partner With Us?

Becoming a sponsor is simple:

  1. Choose your sponsorship level.

  2. Complete our Business Sponsorship Form

  3. Submit your contribution:

    • Checks (preferred): Payable to Viejo Elementary PTA

    • Electronic (Zelle): Available by request, please email treasurer@viejopta.org for instructions.

Our PTA will take care of banner production, recognition, and follow-up so your business receives maximum visibility and impact.

Business Sponsorship Form

Let’s Spread Kindness Together!

Upcoming Kindness Challenges & Events

Our 2025-2026 Raise Craze Sponsors