A middle school teacher needs a way to fundraise or obtain scholarships so that all students, regardless of family financial situation, can afford a $39 STEM field trip.

No easy, centralized platform for teachers to request and receive donations (scholarships) from local businesses or community members for student field trips.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

none

Added

May 31, 2026

App Concept

ClassTrip Fund

A crowdfunding platform designed specifically for educators to raise money for field trips, enrichment activities, or classroom supplies. Teachers can create campaigns, share with local businesses and parents, and offer tax-deductible donation receipts. Unlike generic crowdfunding, it targets school-approved trips and integrates with school payment systems.

Key Features

One-click campaign creation with trip details and cost per student
Business sponsorship directory with outreach templates
Tax-deductible receipt generation for donors
Progress tracking and automatic payment to school or trip vendor

Target Users: K-12 teachers in the United States planning field trips or special activities for their classes

Revenue Model: Freemium with 5% platform fee on funds raised (free for campaigns under $200)

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