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Registration, QR check-in, team competitions, family messaging, volunteer management, and analytics — all in one platform. No spreadsheets. No stress.

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24M+
Kids attend VBS yearly in the U.S.
2 min
Average family registration time
100%
Free for every church
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Registration

Families Register in Under Two Minutes

Parents register all their children in one simple flow — no account required. Allergies, emergency contacts, grade levels, and special needs are captured upfront so your team is prepared before day one.

  • Guest registration — no login or account needed
  • Register multiple children in a single family flow
  • Capture allergies, medical notes, and emergency contacts
  • Automatic waitlists when you hit capacity
  • Grade and age filtering to keep kids in the right groups
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Check-In

QR Check-In That Keeps Kids Safe

Scan a QR code and check in an entire family in seconds. Allergy alerts flash on screen instantly. Track every check-in and checkout with timestamps and guardian verification.

  • One-scan family check-in with QR codes
  • Allergy and medical alerts appear automatically at check-in
  • Guardian verification at pickup with secure checkout
  • Full attendance history across every day of VBS
  • Manual check-in option with name search for walk-ins
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Competitions

Live Competitions on the Big Screen

Turn fundraising and spirit points into an event kids will remember. Teams race across the screen with animated reveals, confetti explosions, and sound effects. Control when scores are published for maximum suspense.

  • Animated race-style reveals with real-time team rankings
  • Confetti and sound effects for the winning team
  • Draft/publish model — build suspense before the big reveal
  • Customizable team colors and competition themes
  • Track donations or points per group
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Groups

Color-Coded Groups and Printable Badges

Organize kids into teams with custom colors, icons, and grade ranges. Print name badges that show group assignment, guardian info, and allergy alerts — everything a volunteer needs at a glance.

  • Create groups with custom colors, icons, and descriptions
  • Auto-assign children to groups or hand-pick rosters
  • Print name badges with group color, guardian info, and allergy flags
  • Assign volunteers to groups with specific roles
  • Grade range restrictions per group
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Messaging

Personalized Messages Without the Spreadsheet

Stop copying and pasting from spreadsheets. Send personalized SMS or email to every parent with one click — each message includes their child's name, group, and schedule automatically. Filter by group, status, or role to reach exactly who you need.

  • Personalized SMS to every parent — no copy-pasting from spreadsheets
  • Template variables auto-fill each parent's name and child info
  • Filter recipients by group, registration status, or volunteer role
  • Send day-of updates, schedule changes, and pickup reminders instantly
  • Preview every message before it goes out
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Analytics

Know Your Numbers Before Day One

See registration counts, gender splits, grade distributions, and allergy breakdowns in real time. No exporting to spreadsheets — everything updates live as families register.

  • Registration metrics — children, families, confirmed vs. pending
  • Gender and grade distribution charts
  • Allergy and medical needs summary
  • Volunteer count and role coverage
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Volunteer application and approval workflow
Volunteers

Recruit, Approve, and Assign Volunteers

Share a public application form. Approve or decline applicants with one click. Assign volunteers to groups and roles, and track background check status — all from one dashboard.

  • Public volunteer application form — share the link
  • One-click approve or decline with notes
  • Custom volunteer roles per event
  • Assign volunteers to groups with specific roles
  • Background check tracking and documentation

Built for Child Safety

Every feature is designed with child safety as the top priority. From registration to pickup, accountability is built into every step.

Allergy Alerts

Medical and allergy info surfaces automatically at check-in so volunteers are never caught off guard.

QR-Secured Pickup

Parents receive a unique QR code. Only verified guardians can check out a child.

Attendance Logs

Every check-in and checkout is timestamped. Know exactly who is on-site at any moment.

Guardian Tracking

Emergency contacts and authorized guardians are captured during registration and visible at check-in.

Medical Notes

Special needs, medications, and dietary restrictions travel with the child from registration through check-in.

Volunteer Screening

Track background check status and documentation for every volunteer before they interact with children.

Works for More Than VBS

The same registration, check-in, and group management tools work for any children's event your church runs.

Summer Camps

Multi-day camps with the same registration, check-in, and group tools.

Kids Church

Weekly children's ministry with attendance tracking and volunteer scheduling.

Nursery Programs

Grade-filtered registration and allergy alerts for your youngest members.

Youth Retreats

Overnight events with medical info, emergency contacts, and group management.

Awana & Clubs

Recurring programs with team competitions and attendance streaks.

Special Events

One-off events like Easter egg hunts, trunk-or-treat, or family fun nights.

Simple, Honest Pricing

Free

for every church, every event

  • Online family registration
  • Guest registration (no account needed)
  • QR code check-in & checkout
  • Allergy and medical alerts
  • Team competitions & live display
  • Groups with custom colors and badges
  • Printable name badges
  • Family messaging with filters
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Volunteer applications & approvals
  • Background check tracking
  • Daily schedule management

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Ready to Run the Best VBS Ever?

Everything you need to manage your children's events — registration, check-in, competitions, messaging, volunteers, and more.

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