Effortless Fundraising.
Unforgettable for Kids.

No cash to collect. No products to deliver. No stress — just your school earning up to 60% profit and every student going home with a memory they’ll keep forever.

Trusted by PTA & PTO groups at schools across Florida

TB&D Member Access · Virtual + In-Person Experience
Elementary school students excitedly gathered around the BuddiesRUs Build-A-Buddy stuffing machine on Buddy Day

Buddy Stuffing & Prize Day — we bring the entire event directly to your school.

Why PTA & PTO Moms Choose BuddiesRUs

The answers to the three questions every PTA chair asks first.

Student Excitement

Your Students Will Be Talking About This for Years

The online fundraiser keeps kids excited all campaign long. Then Buddy Stuffing & Prize Day delivers a live, in-school celebration they won’t stop talking about.

Zero Hassle

Zero Cash Handling. Ever.

Every donation is collected online. Volunteers never touch money. Accounting is automatic and reconciliation is instant — say goodbye to cash envelopes and spreadsheet headaches.

Turnkey

We Set Up. We Run It. We Pack Up.

Our team brings everything, handles setup, and runs the event while you celebrate with your school. No inventory. No shipping. No logistics. Just pure fundraising joy.

Up to 60% profit. 100% managed by our team.

Ready to see if your school qualifies for this season?

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Limited to 150 groups per season — spots fill quickly.

Three Steps. Zero Stress.

Here’s all it takes to run a BuddiesRUs fundraiser.

1

Register & Invite

Register your students, then share a link with family and friends. Our platform does the rest — no complicated setup required.

2

Earn Buddy Coins

Students earn Buddy Coins for every donation. Watch the excitement build as coins add up and the Buddy Day countdown begins.

3

Choose Prizes & Celebrate

Students choose prizes — electronics, stuffed animals, and more. Then we bring Buddy Day to your school and everyone wins.

The Make-A-Buddy Experience

On Buddy Stuffing and Prize Day, we bring the magic directly to your school.

16″ Super Soft & Cuddly Buddy

Students earn a premium, huggable stuffed animal — a keepsake they’ll treasure for years.

Every Buddy Is One-of-a-Kind

Each buddy comes with an official birth certificate, a wishing star, and an optional custom outfit — uniquely theirs.

Teachers & Classrooms Win Too

Top sellers earn recognition, classroom winners receive special prizes, and the whole school celebrates together — building real school spirit.

A School Event Families Will Love

Buddy Day is an in-person celebration your whole community gets behind — engaging, interactive, and impossible to forget.

60%
Up to 60% Profit 100% Online Donations Automatic Reconciliation

Students register online, supporters donate digitally, and your school’s earnings are tracked automatically. Then we bring Buddy Day to you — the best of both worlds. Learn how the profit model works →

Questions PTA Chairs Ask Us First

Straight answers, no fluff.

How long does the fundraiser run?

Most campaigns run 2–3 weeks online, followed by an in-person Buddy Stuffing & Prize Day at your school. We coordinate the timing around your school calendar.

What do my volunteers actually have to do?

Very little. You share the sign-up link, we handle registration, we collect donations, we run the event. Your team shows up and celebrates — that’s it.

What if we don’t hit our fundraising goal?

Every school that runs BuddiesRUs earns real money — regardless of goal. Our team works with you from the start to set a realistic target and keep campaign momentum strong. Contact us to discuss what’s realistic for your school’s size.

Is this available at our school?

BuddiesRUs is available to qualifying schools through TB&D, with a limit of 150 groups per season. Reach out below to check if your school’s date is still available.

Who do we contact if something comes up?

You’ll have a dedicated TB&D point of contact from sign-up through event day. You’re never left figuring it out alone.

⚡ Now Qualifying Schools for Fall 2026 — Limited to 150 Groups This Season

Ready for a Fundraiser Your Students Will Never Forget?

Up to 60% profit. Zero cash handling. We set up, run, and pack up the event — your team just shows up and celebrates.

See If My School Qualifies →

Join PTA & PTO groups across Florida already enrolled for Fall 2026.

TB&D Exclusive

Ask About the Custom School Logo Buddy & Our “Buddy for Everyone” Program

Top sellers earn a premium keepsake featuring your school’s logo. Plus ask us how every student can experience the magic — regardless of fundraising totals. Ask us when you inquire →