Stronger Connections Start Here
A strong school community doesn’t happen by accident. Big Nest provides parent groups with ways to help families connect, communicate, and get involved.
From reaching families with the right messages to helping parents connect with one another, Big Nest makes it easy to build a vibrant, well-connected community.
Collect Email Addresses
Easily grow your contact list by letting families sign up right from your site. Parents can opt into updates that matter—whether it’s general announcements (like meeting reminders) or grade‑level news (e.g., a new 2nd‑grade after‑school program).
You can message families directly from your website, no Mailchimp required (though you're welcome to export contacts if you'd prefer to use Gmail or Mailchimp).
Family Directory
Help families connect with each other—perfect for setting up playdates, planning carpools, or organizing birthday parties. Families choose which details to share, and Big Nest compiles it into a downloadable directory that admins can send to families
Parents can search by grade or teacher, and admins can email groups directly from the platform.
Volunteer Directory
Build a pool of volunteers you can reach out to whenever you need help—whether it’s for the school carnival, book fair, or a quick cookie pickup.
Volunteers can opt into areas they’re interested in (like fundraising, events, or classroom help), and you can message them directly from the platform. No spreadsheets or extra tools needed.
Ready to build a stronger school community?