Parents want to help.
Big Nest makes it easy.

Build on the proven methods real parent groups use for fundraisers, events, and email—brought together for you in one place.

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Built for elementary, middle, and high school parent groups. No tech skills needed. Trusted by real schools.
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Impact on students

Why it truly matters for kids

Research shows that kids do better when they feel supported.

They earn high grades and have better self-esteem.

Parent–teacher groups are sometimes misunderstood as “nice-to-have” or just bake sales. In reality, they’re one of the quiet engines of a healthy community.

The opportunities that parent groups provide to students help them throughout their lives. We all need community that shows up for us and kids are no exception.

Kids feel seen and supported

A connected school community boosts confidence and belonging — both proven to improve student outcomes.

More enrichment & opportunities

Smooth-running parent groups can offer more clubs, field trips, and events that spark curiosity and joy.

Kids make better choices

Strong community networks are linked to safer behaviors and healthier decision-making in school-age kids.

More time for what matters

When volunteers aren’t putting out fires, they can focus on what actually helps kids thrive.

Big Nest helps parent groups spend less time on logistics — and more time building the school community every kid deserves.

Trusted by parent–teacher groups

Parent–teacher groups at these schools use Big Nest to run fundraisers, after-school programs, and school events.

Hutton PTG
Hutton PTG
Hamblen PTG
Hamblen PTG
Lewis & Clark Tigers
Lewis & Clark Tigers
Peperzak PTG
Peperzak PTG
Roosevelt PTG
Roosevelt PTG
Adams PTG
Adams PTG
Moran Prairie PTG
Moran Prairie PTG
Sacajawea PTG
Sacajawea PTG
Mullan Road PTG
Mullan Road PTG
East Troy PTO
East Troy PTO
Bemiss PTO
Bemiss PTO
Ferris SAN
Ferris SAN
Hutton PTG
Hutton PTG
Hamblen PTG
Hamblen PTG
Lewis & Clark Tigers
Lewis & Clark Tigers
Peperzak PTG
Peperzak PTG
Roosevelt PTG
Roosevelt PTG
Adams PTG
Adams PTG
Moran Prairie PTG
Moran Prairie PTG
Sacajawea PTG
Sacajawea PTG
Mullan Road PTG
Mullan Road PTG
East Troy PTO
East Troy PTO
Bemiss PTO
Bemiss PTO
Ferris SAN
Ferris SAN

What parent leaders say about Big Nest

Real results from real PTGs using Big Nest every day.

Simple, all-inclusive pricing

One plan. Everything included. No tiers, no upsells, no surprises — just the tools your whole parent–teacher group needs in one place.

Big Nest for your Parent Group

$299 / year

One flat annual fee for your entire group. All features, unlimited admin users, and every tool you need to run your website, fundraisers, programs, and events — without juggling multiple apps.

Most groups earn back the full $299 during their first online fundraiser.

  • Full website and content management
  • Fundraisers with online payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay, cards)
  • Email + newsletters for your school community
  • Events, volunteer signups, and shift management
  • After-school program registration and payments
  • Unlimited admins & volunteers
  • Built-in best-practice templates for fundraisers and events

Payment processing fees (like Stripe) apply separately to online donations and registrations.

Talk with us about your Group

No contracts. No hidden fees. Priced so every parent group can afford simple tools that save time and create more opportunities for students.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn how Big Nest helps PTAs, PTOs, and PTGs run fundraisers, events, and communication the easy way — using playbooks from real parent groups.

A dedicated PTA, PTO, or PTG website makes it easier for families to stay informed, donate online, and sign up for events. When everything lives in one place—fundraisers, events, and updates—families actually see what's going on, and participation goes up.

No. I handle the initial setup and get your site ready with starter pages and examples based on what other successful groups already do. After that, volunteers just fill in simple forms and follow clear steps. Big Nest is built for busy parent leaders, not web developers.

Big Nest integrates with Stripe , one of the most trusted payment processors. Parents can pay with credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. I'll help your group get Stripe connected and configured, so you don't have to worry about technical details.

Big Nest uses Stripe to process payments. Their standard rate is 2.9% + 30¢, but I'll help you apply for Stripe's nonprofit discount, which typically brings it down to 2.2%.

While PayPal Giving doesn't charge processing fees, groups often raise more overall with Big Nest. For example, Sacajawea used PayPal Giving for years and considered it "good enough." When they moved their flower sale to their Big Nest site, their profits jumped 46%. The checkout was easier for families, and optional microdonations from parents covered the Stripe fees and even added extra dollars on top.

Nope. You're welcome to keep using any donation platforms your group is already comfortable with. Big Nest is designed to make your job easier, not to lock you into a single system. Many groups use Big Nest for communication, volunteer management, or event pages—and continue processing donations through other platforms.

Donors just enter the student's name during checkout. Big Nest matches that name against your school's class roster. It automatically recognizes common nicknames (like Chuck for Charles), and you can assign custom aliases if needed (like "Iz" for Elisabeth). Even at large schools, the vast majority of donations match instantly—only a small number ever need manual review.

Big Nest starts at $299 per year , which includes hosting, updates, and support. Most groups cover this easily through one or two fundraisers—often with microdonations and increased participation more than paying for the platform.

Yes. All donation, order, and sign-up data can be exported to spreadsheets for easy reporting and transparency.

Make your parent group calm, organized, and ready for anything.

Let Big Nest handle the busywork using clear, proven setups that parent groups already rely on. You can focus on supporting students and building a stronger school community.

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