Walkathon App with GPS and Step Tracking
ScanRaise walkathon software supports phone-browser GPS, a browser step counter, per-unit pledges, and optional participant-reviewed Fitbit daily-summary imports. Stripe securely saves pledged payment methods, and ScanRaise attempts each capped charge only after eligible activity is finalized.
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Walk-a-thon
Per-lap or per-mile pledges for walk events.
Run-a-thon
Track distance or laps for running events.
Swim-a-thon
Count laps in the pool, collect per-lap pledges.
Read-a-thon
Log pages or minutes read over a set period.
Math-a-thon
Pledge per problem solved in math challenges.
Dance-a-thon
Per-song or per-hour pledges for dance events.
Bike-a-thon
Track miles pedaled, collect per-mile pledges.
Jump-a-thon
Count jumps or minutes for jump rope events.
Climb-a-thon
Track elevation or routes for climbing events.
Spell-a-thon
Pledge per word spelled correctly.
Paddle-a-thon
Per-mile pledges for kayak or canoe events.
Anything-a-thon
Define your own unit and track anything.
Walkathon software tracking options
Participants can optionally connect Fitbit, select a day, review the daily summary of steps, distance, and active minutes, and choose whether to import it.
Phone browser GPS and the phone step counter remain the primary paths. A timer or manual entry is available according to the campaign unit.
See it on a phone
This is exactly what participants see. Try the interactive demo →
Tracking: GPS Distance
Activity Complete!
Activity Submitted!
1.24 miles recorded
Total: 3.54 miles
How it works
What donors see
Donors choose flat donation or per-unit pledge. Both on the same page.
Pledge Confirmed!
You pledged $2.00 per mile (max $50.00) to support Sarah M.
Stripe saved your card securely without charging it. After eligible miles are finalized, ScanRaise will attempt the charge, up to your authorized maximum.
Confirmation sent to grandma@email.com
Activity review signals
What admins see
Real-time dashboard with GPS maps, verification badges, charge status, and visible recovery steps for failed or authentication-required charges.
| Fundraiser | Miles | Source | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah M. | 3.54 | gps | verified |
| Jake R. | 2.10 | gps | verified |
| Emma L. | 5.20 | gps | suspicious |
| Coach A. | 1.80 | admin | admin_logged |
Phone tracking and optional Fitbit daily-summary imports
Participants select a day, review Fitbit's summary of steps, distance, and active minutes, and choose whether to import it.
All activity tracking is opt-in. The campaign unit determines the participant method. An organizer can record a manual result for review when a sensor fails.
Current walkathon software facts
| Item | Current ScanRaise behavior |
|---|---|
| Standard platform fee | 2.5% per donation or completed pledge charge; payment processing is separate |
| Browser tracking | Phone-browser GPS, step counting, timer, and manual units according to campaign setup |
| Fitbit option | Participant selects a day, reviews the daily summary, and chooses whether to import it |
| Per-unit pledges | Secure card setup, organizer finalization, and charge attempts capped at the sponsor's authorized maximum |
| ScanRaise app required | No for browser tracking; optional Fitbit imports require a Fitbit account and app |
Product behavior checked against the ScanRaise implementation on August 21, 2026. Event organizers remain responsible for reviewing submitted activity before finalization.
What people run with ScanRaise athons
School walkathon with GPS verification
Students walk laps around the school or neighborhood. GPS tracks their distance and route validation flags suspicious activity. Stripe securely saves sponsor cards without charging them. After eligible totals are finalized, ScanRaise attempts each capped charge and keeps failures visible for follow-up.
Swim-a-thon with reviewed lap totals
Volunteers or organizers review the completed laps and record each swimmer's total. Stripe securely saves sponsor cards without charging them. After eligible totals are finalized, ScanRaise attempts each capped per-lap charge and keeps failures visible for follow-up.
Classroom read-a-thon with per-page pledges
Students log pages or minutes read each day on their phone. Donors pledge per page or per minute. Teachers see a daily leaderboard, parents sign off the same way they would on a paper log.
Corporate step challenge
A company sets up a distance or step campaign. Employees use phone browser GPS, the phone step counter, or choose to import a reviewed Fitbit daily summary. The company pledges $1 per eligible unit and securely saves a card with Stripe without a charge at pledge time. After eligible totals are finalized, ScanRaise attempts the capped charge and keeps failures visible for follow-up.
Math-a-thon or spell-a-thon
Students complete problems or spelling words. Donors pledge per problem solved. Students enter their count and teachers can review.
Dance-a-thon or jump rope challenge
Participants dance or jump for a set time. The step counter or timer records the activity, and the organizer finalizes totals. Donors pledge per minute or per jump.
For school use, ScanRaise is listed in the SDPC resource registry and provides parental-consent and student-data controls designed to support schools' COPPA and FERPA obligations. Clever and ClassLink sign-in is available for enabled organizations, subject to provider and school or district approval. Compliance depends on each organization's configuration and use. See how we protect your data or read about ScanRaise.