This year, the $5K Fridays sweepstakes will award 1,000 schools $5,000—with 300 winners announced on August 7, and 100 winners every following Friday from August 14–September 25.


Schools that applied this season were automatically entered into $5K Fridays once their application was validated. From there, anyone could post on Instagram and/or X to help their school win. We’re no longer accepting $5K Fridays entries for the 2026 season, but check back September 25 when we announce the final 100 winners!