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A partnership program for schools & PTAs

School's closed — and parents still have to work!

Recess helps parents find activities that keep kids happy, safe, and engaged year-round — and every booking supports your school.

Partner with Recess
  • Families get 10% off every activity, every time
  • Easy to find and book activities
  • Paid out monthly, at no cost to schools
Parents and kids at a school sign-up table
3%
of every booking
back to your PTA/PTO
A parent working with their child nearby

The gap we fill

On average, students are out of school 80 weekdays each year. We help families fill those gaps — while giving back to schools and supporting communities.

The solution

Recess is the resource that helps parents find and book camps, classes, and activities for those tricky out-of-school days.

And the best part? When you partner with us, your school earns funding on bookings parents are already making to solve their childcare needs.

Sample monthly Recess flyer for a school, with camps and a calendar of upcoming days off

How we reach families

Monthly Newsletters

Monthly newsletter blurbs: ready to share

Each month, Recess provides a ready-to-use blurb highlighting upcoming days off and local activities parents can book. You simply include it in your next parent communication: email newsletter, social post, or class updates. We do the heavy lifting; you get the credit for being a helpful resource.

Example: a $500 booking earns your school $15; 20 families earn $300

How your school earns

Automatically

Turn bookings into funding

When parents book activities through Recess using your school's unique code, we automatically give 3% of each booking back to your PTA/PTO. No tracking spreadsheets, no follow-ups, no hassle. Collect funds on purchases parents are already making.

Trusted byAustin Independent School District

Getting started is simple

Designed to be as hands-off as possible for busy parent volunteers. Here's all you need to do.

1

Sign up for your school code

Fill out the form below to let us know you want to set up a school code and receive the monthly blurb.

2

Share the blurb each month

We'll send your unique code and a ready-to-share newsletter blurb each month. Drop it into your next parent communication or social post.

3

Receive your funding

We send funding from bookings to your PTA/PTO each month. No tracking, no follow-up needed on your end.

Get started — it's free

Why schools love this program

01

Zero cost, minimal lift

No upfront fees, no fundraiser coordination, no selling. Just share a monthly blurb and earn.

02

Actually helps families

Parents need childcare solutions for school breaks. You're providing a valuable resource while earning for your school.

03

Passive income

Once set up, funding flows automatically. No bake sales, no donation drives — just helpful info that pays back.

See it in action

Recess at the PTO expo

Watch how schools are turning everyday bookings into funding — and hear how Recess help parents find activities they can trust.

Common questions

Nope. It's completely free for schools. There are no setup fees, no monthly costs, and no obligations.

Ready to partner with Recess?

Fill out the form and we'll set up your school code and send your first monthly blurb within 3 business days.

How do you reach parents?

By signing up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Recess. You can manage preferences or unsubscribe at any time.

Join for free. Support families. Automatically earn funding.

Join schools across Texas partnering with Recess to help families and fund PTAs/PTOs.

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