My problem with the very big walk-a-thons and things like it is that they become really just ways to get donations -- and the donors don't get anything in return.

I know that they're happy to give, but why not just ask them for a donation.

The smaller thons are different because then the goal isn't money its encouraging the activity (like a read-a-thon).

Just my humble opinion. Thanks.

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What were some of the prizes for? most miles? How difficult is this to accomplish? Any details you can give me would be much appreciated! you can e-mail directly at 'This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.' if you would like, or just post it here.

Thanks again!!

In the past, we have done a jog-a-thon and raised over $10,000 in an elementary school with about 550 children. We have not done it for a couple years becuase it is a lot of work, getting prizes from businesses, etc. but was are considering a spellathon this later year.We are located in So. California.

Thanks for answering Grace!

We've done a read-a-thon and it was great. But I wouldn't count on it as a huge fundraiser. I think we made $700 or something.

We think of it as a nice event and we provide refreshments and prizes, and the money that comes in is just nice to have.

If I were to judge it just as a fundraiser -- it would not be good. Too much work for too little $. But we don't look at it that way.

I have a question for you all.....

Has anyone ever done a hop a thon or walk a thon as a fundraiser?? Did it raise alot of money?? Was it worthwhile??

Thanks for your replies!