Parents want to help.
Big Nest makes it easy to build a stronger school community.
Big Nest brings together the same playbook thriving parent groups use—clear communication, simple fundraisers, and one place for families to stay involved.
Build the kind of parent group families love to support.
Big Nest gives your parent group a ready-to-run site based on what’s working in other parent groups, so parents can help without wasting time or effort.
How One PTG Discovered They Could Do Even More
Sacajawea Middle School thought their parent group was running smoothly. Big Nest helped them see how much more their community could do for kids without a lot more work.
Before Big Nest
The PTG was "easy to run" because it had been around for so long.
- Fundraisers smoothly using checks and a PayPal Charitable Giving account.
- Results were predictable from year to year.
- The PTG ran the same programs year in and year out.
Adding a website felt like fixing something that wasn’t broken. Why risk creating new problems?
What Changed
They tried Big Nest for their spring flower sale. That’s when they saw how much easier things could be.
- Families ordered online in just a few clicks.
- Distribution got a whole lot easier.
- 46% jump in profits compared to the previous year.
The next fall, they ran their main fundraiser through Big Nest and saw a 41% increase in profits.
What Happened Next
The band director noticed the changes.
- The had never asked the PTG for anything but now came forward with a request.
- The drumline’s 50-year-old equipment was no longer usable. Replacing it would require a fundraiser nearly three times larger than their usual fundraising goal.
- Saying yes sent a powerful message: this community shows up for its kids, no matter the challenge.
The result wasn’t just a fundraiser. It was a community coming together to show every kid that they are seen, valued, and supported.
Big Nest didn’t just run another fundraiser. It helped a parent group uncover a hidden need and serve their community better.
Trusted by parent–teacher groups
Parent–teacher groups at these schools use Big Nest to run fundraisers, after-school programs, and school events.
What parent leaders say about Big Nest
Real results from real PTGs using Big Nest every day.
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”. 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.
Getting Started Is Easy
Tell us about your parent group
Click “Start Your Site” and we’ll email you a short setup form — it only takes a few minutes.
We build your site for you
No tech headaches. We’ll create a beautiful draft site, customized with your photos so it feels authentic to your community.
Launch when you're ready
Review everything, request updates, and publish your site whenever it feels right. You only pay when you launch.
The result: Your PTG gets a clean, modern website that brings families together — without the stress of setting it up yourself.
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
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 GroupNo 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
Quick answers to the most common questions parent groups have about getting started with Big Nest.
After that, volunteers can fill out simple forms to add fundraisers, events, and updates. Big Nest is built for busy parent leaders, not web developers.
When families actually see the full picture, participation goes up—and so does support.
Money is deposited straight into your Stripe account—Big Nest never holds your funds and doesn’t take a percentage of each transaction.
While tools like PayPal Giving or “no-fee” platforms sound cheaper, groups often raise more overall with Big Nest because checkout is easier and participation goes up. You can also invite families to cover fees with an optional tip—many are happy to do it.
Big Nest gives your parent group a long-term home: a website for fundraisers, events, after-school programs, and updates all in one place. Instead of “one link per fundraiser,” families see the bigger story of how your group supports the school all year.
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.