Do I have to accept money through SuccessFund?

Not necessarily. Many districts require you to use SuccessFund to get your fundraiser approved, but once approved, how you collect payments can vary depending on district policy.

Using SuccessFund to collect payments is recommended because it simplifies tracking, speeds up payouts, and supports secure options like credit/debit cards, PayPal, Venmo, and Apple Pay. It also helps keep your fundraising fully transparent and aligned with district reporting requirements.

That said, some districts may allow other approved platforms or outside vendors to be used for payment collection. Be sure to review your fundraiser approval and district policy to understand what’s allowed.

— for example, a restaurant spirit night where supporters dine in and a portion of sales goes back to the school — those payments may be handled entirely outside of SuccessFund.