Who We Are

We Believe Fundraising Should Bring People Together!

We believe fundraising should be more than simply asking for donations—it should be an experience that brings students, families, and communities together while helping schools accomplish meaningful goals. Every school works incredibly hard to create opportunities for its students while balancing limited resources, busy schedules, and growing needs. We believe fundraising should make that job easier, not harder. It should be simple to organize, exciting for students, rewarding for families, and something the entire school community genuinely looks forward to.

Hi! We're Clint and Ashley Martin—high school sweethearts, parents of four amazing kids, and the team behind the Buddy-a-Thon. Long before launching the Buddy-a-Thon, we created an immersive family experiences through our haunted attraction in Eagle Mountain, Utah. During those years, we learned something that continues to guide us in everything we do today:
It became so much more than a haunted house. It became a place that brought our actors, volunteers, friends, family, and even our community together. Because of them, they created something special—something more than we could have imagined! It's the people who are the true treasures!

After a serious car accident, life slowed down for a season as we focused on the recovery process, and during that time the haunted house was put on hold. As we began moving forward again and preparing for the next chapter, we discovered the Bear Factory, which ultimately led us in a new direction and the beginning of something we never expected. It became another way of bringing people together and creating meaningful experiences. During an event at the Mountain America Expo Center, an educator asked us a simple question:

"Have you ever thought about turning this into a school fundraiser?"

That one conversation changed everything! As we began partnering with schools throughout Utah, we noticed a common theme. School leaders weren't simply looking for another fundraiser. They were looking for a program that was easy to manage, encouraged participation, built school spirit, and created a memorable experience for students and their families.

Today, the Buddy-a-Thon is much more than a school fundraiser. It's a complete school experience designed to inspire kindness, strengthen school communities, and help schools reach meaningful goals. Through our high-energy kickoff assembly, secure online fundraising platform, engaging prize program, and unforgettable Buddy Stuffing Party, we strive to make fundraising simple, exciting, and memorable from beginning to end.

At the heart of every Buddy-a-Thon is a simple message: being a "Buddy" means showing kindness, respect, and compassion to those around us. Throughout the fundraiser, students are encouraged to practice these values both at school and at home. Many of our plush Buddies are also made from recycled plastic bottles, giving us the opportunity to teach the importance of caring for our planet while creating keepsakes that remind students of the difference they can make.

Whether we're helping a school purchase classroom supplies, expand technology, improve playgrounds, support arts programs, or create new opportunities for students, our mission remains the same:

To strengthen school communities by creating fun, meaningful fundraising experiences that students and families will remember for years to come.

Thank you for taking the time to learn a little about us. We would be honored to partner with your school and help create an experience your students will remember long after the fundraiser has ended.

Clint & Ashley Martin
Busy Body Co. | Buddy-a-Thon Team

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Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is the Buddy-a-Thon?

The Buddy-a-Thon is a fun, donation-based school fundraiser where students earn exciting rewards while raising money for their school. There are no products to sell and no door-to-door fundraising. Instead, students simply share their personal fundraising link with family and friends, anywhere in the world, inviting them to support their school through an online donation.

As students reach fundraising milestones, they earn exciting prizes along the way. After the fundraiser concludes, we return for our signature Stuffing Party, where qualifying students build, stuff, and personalize their very own Buddy.

How does the fundraiser work?

Students register online with the help of a parent or guardian and receive their own personal fundraising page. They simply share their fundraising link by text, email, or social media with family and friends who they think would like to support their school.

Every student who registers and shares their link with at least 10 people earns the Golden Ticket Prizes. As donations come in, students unlock additional prizes based on the fundraising milestones they achieve.

What makes this different from other fundraisers?

The Buddy-a-Thon focuses on experiences instead of selling products. Students do not need to collect money, deliver orders, or go door-to-door.

Our online fundraising platform allows friends and family from anywhere in the world to support the fundraiser in just a few clicks. The fundraiser concludes with an exciting Stuffing Party, giving students a memorable reward for helping their school.

How long does the fundraiser last?

Typically the Buddy-a-Thon will run for two weeks, with the option to extend into a third week if needed. This keeps excitement high while giving families plenty of time to participate.

What percentage of the money does the school keep?

Schools receive 50% of every dollar raised as a profit check, which is typically delivered within seven business days after the fundraiser ends. An additional 30% of the funds directly benefit students through prizes and incentives, including our eco-friendly plush Buddies, outfits, voice boxes, Golden Ticket prizes, teacher rewards, and the entire fundraising experience. In total, 80% of every dollar raised directly benefits the students and our schools.

Parent Questions

How do I register my student?

Registration is quick and easy and typically takes less than five minutes. Simply scan the QR code on your Parent Letter and click the registration link at the bottom of the page. From there, you'll create your student's profile, select their Buddy and outfit choices, and you'll be ready to share your personalized fundraising link with family and friends who would like to support your school.

What if my child doesn't want to participate?

Participation is completely optional. Donations can still be made to the school without it being linked to a student

How do I track my child's progress?

Parents can track donations through the online platform and the students link.

Can donations be split or shared between siblings at the school?

Absolutely! If a donor would like a single donation to count toward multiple students, we're happy to help. Simply include each student's name, grade, and teacher when making the donation, along with how you would like the donation divided. We'll make sure each student receives the appropriate credit toward their fundraising total and prizes.

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