We are off to a great start with over $4,000 being raised so far but only two short weeks to go and a long way to our goal of $30,000

This year we will be raising funds to contribute to a new outdoor basketball court at the bottom oval.

The PFA are doing it all ourselves this year and not using the fundraising company. This means the incentive prizes will be different this year and will be more experience based, this is due to feedback from numerous families.

THE BASICS

WHAT: Colour Fun Run Fundraiser

WHEN: Friday 22 May 2.30pm – 3.30pm

WHERE: School Oval assembling near the blue shed

WHY: A fun event where kids can ask for sponsorship opportunities to run around and get colourful. Funds will be used for a new outdoor basketball court.

THE NITTY GRITTY

We are having a ‘colour run’ at school on Friday 22 May. Kids will navigate an obstacle course and get showered with a beautiful rainbow of non-toxic coloured powders. We ask that kids wear a white (or pale-coloured) t-shirt/long sleeve top. Kids will receive a pair of protective sunnies and a headband. Families are invited to come and cheer on their kids.

The purpose of this event is to ask for sponsorship from friends and families to help supplement the school’s budget for some needed works for our growing student population.

We are using the MyCause platform to collect donations and help us to reduce the labour required for the PFA (teeny group of hardworking parents) and potentially maximise the money we can raise by reaching a broader group of sponsors. There are only so many opportunities for a sausage sizzle each year.

The fundraising is done ONLINE ONLY so families need to register and create an online profile. https://www.mycause.com.au/events/newlandscoloresrun2026

Find you child's class and add their name, you can then donate or share their link with family, friends and neighbours to support your child and their class.

INDIVIDUAL PRIZES

Raise $1000 -Co-Principal for a day

Raise $500 - Assist a Specialist teacher of your choice for a day

Raise $30 or more - Go into the draw to slime a teacher

Raise $50 - OSHC kids go into the draw to pick the afternoon menu on a certain day

Raise $100 - Go into the draw to win a Pictures and Pages voucher

CLASS PRIZES

When you class raises a total of $2,000

Lunch of pizza and or hot chips

When your class raises $3,500

Excursion to CoNo on Gilbert Road and all get an ice cream

When your class raises $5,000

Excursion to Palace Cinemas at Pentridge via local 526 bus to see a movie with popcorn

Highest fundraising class

Excursion to the Melbourne Museum on the tram

FAQs

What does my child need to wear?

All children must wear a white t-shirt which they can wear to school from the start of the day, they can wear normal uniform pants or their own choice. All children will be given a pair of rainbow sunglasses and a headband to keep. You may want to pack some spare clothes in case they want to get changed after the colour run. Sneakers or running shoes would be best.

Will the colour stain the t-shirts and other clothes?

The colour should wash out easily after one wash but may take more than one wash and it is recommended to wash items separately. We do not recommend wearing a favorite or sentimental shirt. Also shoes should not be permanently stained but also probably best not to wear brand new white sneakers.

*There is a statement that came with the colour bottles that says people with blonde hair may want to protect/cover their hair. A hat might be advisable for students with light hair.

Can I contribute to the fundraiser without using the MyCause platform?

Yes! You can make a donation any time at the School Office

What is slime time?

All students who have raised $30 or more will go into the draw to slime a teacher! This will involve tipping a bucket of slime over a teacher’s head.

My child is nervous to participate, what can they do?

We will have a room set up with alternate fun activities when students can also see the Colour run happening. Students may also opt to do one lap or have a look and see how they feel and then let their teacher know they would like to go to the quiet room.

What is the colour powder made from?

It is 98% corn starch and 2 % food colouring

My child did not participate in the fundraiser, can they still do the colour run?

Yes, all NPS students will be participating in the colour run.

Can parents and carers come and watch?

Yes, everyone is welcome to come and watch and cheer the kids on. We also need some helpers on the day. A sign up sheet will be circulated soon.

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Abner Mendoza or Claire Moore at school or at newlandsprimarypfa@gmail.com or ask on Newlands Parents facebook group.

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