FAQs
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It’s a fundraiser for Foodbank Victoria. The way it works is fun and simple:
School families create a supporter page at foodfight.com.au which creates a fundraising link for them.
Families then share that fundraising link, using social media, email and text.
Friends and extended family click on the link to make an online donation in support of Foodbank Victoria.
At the end of the fundraising campaign, schools hold a massive Food Fight in celebration of their achievements. In a practical sense, this looks like a Fun Run where the kids get covered in ‘cake mix’, ‘jelly’, ‘cordial’ and hit with ‘fruit’. There might even be a couple of ‘cream pies’ involved!
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Click the REGISTER SCHOOL button in the main navigation bar or call 1800 386 786.
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No real food is harmed in the making of this event! We supply all participating schools with food substitutes. All products are gluten-free and non-toxic. For example, we use recycled foam fruit, colour powder for ‘cake mix’, coloured water for ‘orange juice’, slime for ‘jelly’ etc.
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ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! We supply all the promotional material, event day resources and student rewards free of charge to the school.
In addition, there are no fees for the use of our online fundraising platform.
In short, there are no fees for the school, none for the families and none for the donors!
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Term 1, 2024 - Schools can fundraise and hold their event anytime in Term 1. Food Fight could be a fun way to end the Term!
For most schools this will take in your own green space or somewhere on the school grounds.
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100% of the funding raised online is deposited directly to Foodbank Victoria and all donations over $2 are tax-deductible.
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This is a Full Support Fundraiser. Each school will receive all the personal, printed and digital support needed to create an epic event. We’ll also send you all the supplies to create a legendary food fight.
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There is no obligation for families to contribute anything financially to this fundraiser. All students take part on the day whether they fundraise or not.
Families are encouraged to make a self-donation to their supporter page, but this is not a requirement.
It’s also good to know that donors can sponsor whatever amount they like. There are no set minimum amounts.
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YES. All donors will get a receipt stating that their donated amount is tax deductible.
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Students should wear a white T-shirt. White shirts work best to show all the mess and colour. Old shoes are also a good idea as they will get messy too. Another great idea is to bring a towel to sit on when heading home. A change of clothes may also be worth bringing on the day.
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YES! All students raising over $10 will be rewarded for their fundraising efforts. Students will be able to select a prize of their choosing, based on how much money they raise.
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Online Fundraising means no more door-knocking! Yep, you can now raise money without leaving home. Gone are the days of walking around the neighbourhood knocking on doors. Now, people from ALL OVER THE WORLD can support you in this cause.
We use JustGiving to power our online fundraising. JustGiving is the largest online fundraising platform in the world. They are PCI Level 1 Compliant, so donors can feel confident using the platform!
Once a page is created at foodfight.com.au, each family will have a unique online fundraising link. Families will share this link via Social Media, text message and email.
Donors then click the link and use their credit card to support Foodbank Victoria.
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Go to www.foodfight.com.au and click on the SIGN-UP/SIGN-IN button. Then just follow the prompts.
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YES! Schools and School Families can log into their profile pages and get live updates on the fundraising totals.
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The cut off date will be unique to each event, but the date will be broadcast to the school community.
Your fundraising window will close on the school’s PRIZES CLOSED date.
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Don’t Panic! This is a self-managed event at the school. So, you can just move your Food Fight to a day with better weather!