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In School Fundraiser for Arts Access!
An Arts for Learning NW’s tradition since 1977, Run for the Arts is now Fun for the Arts! This refreshed version of our school-based fundraiser brings the philanthropic power of our community together in a more accessible run-a-thon or dance-a-thon with a theme of “move however feels best.” Join with other regional schools to bring arts equity and accessibility to schools in Oregon and SW Washington!
One more chance to do FFA!
March 1st - April 11th
Eligibility
All public and private schools in Oregon & SW Washington are eligible.
FFA (Fun for the Arts)
FFA is an engaging way for schools to raise funds for arts education while promoting movement and creativity. Schools can host a 30-minute dance-a-thon or fun run anytime between March 1st and April 11th, 2025.
Students can participate however they choose—dancing, running laps, or moving in a way that feels best to them. Events can be organized by individual classrooms or as a school-wide celebration.
New this year: Schools can add an optional can drive to boost fundraising efforts. Best of all, participation is completely free, and every school that joins receives arts funding for their students!
How It Works & Fundraising Made Easy
Getting started is simple! Schools register for free and designate a school coordinator to lead the event. Once registered, they’ll receive an FFA Coordinator Guide with everything needed to plan and promote the event.
Students and families can easily create individual fundraising pages, and donations can be made online from friends and family anywhere. There’s also a system for tracking offline donations, ensuring a smooth fundraising process.
Schools that participate not only raise money for the arts but also get chances to win fantastic prizes! With full support and resources provided, it’s never been easier to get moving and make a difference.
Dance-a-thon event funds will be processed by Arts for Learning NW, supplemented by sponsor and community donations, and then equitably allocated to schools. Arts for Learning NW retains a modest 10% margin to support program operating expenses and then the rest of the funds will be deposited into your school account.
All Fun for the Arts schools receive a 5% discount on Arts for Learning NW artist programs booked during the school year that their event takes place. Funds can also be used on anything arts related including field trips, professional development, materials, and instruments. Any Fun for the Arts funds still not used by the end of the following school year will be will be released to the general community fund of the next FFA dance-a-thon.
Already have RFA/FFA funds?
Learn how to access and use your funds HERE, or use the button below.
Contact Us
Do you still have questions? We're happy to help! Email Hillary Mushaka at [email protected].