Supporting Local Schools With Simple, Scalable Payment Solutions

At Nexxtap, one of the most rewarding parts of what we do is seeing our technology make a genuine difference for communities. Recently, we had the pleasure of supporting a Brisbane primary school during their fundraising movie night, and it was a fantastic demonstration of just how simple, scalable and effective Nexxtap can be for school fundraising events.

Getting Set Up: Fast, Easy and Fully Supported

The Parents and Friends (PNF) committee reached out looking for a payment solution that would be easy for volunteers to use, but also robust enough to handle high volumes of transactions during busy fundraising periods. Within days, we had the team up and running on brand-new Samsung rugged tablets, fully equipped with Nexxtap+ and our Kitchen Display System (KDS).

The rugged devices were a perfect fit for the outdoor event, providing durability and reliability no matter the conditions. Our team provided simple onboarding and training, ensuring that volunteers, many of whom had never used a SoftPOS system before, felt confident and ready for the big night.

A Smooth Night of Fundraising

On the night, Nexxtap was used to take payments for pizzas, drinks and snacks as families gathered under the stars to enjoy the film. Thanks to the KDS functionality, the PNF committee was able to create a perfectly themed menu ahead of time, making it simple for volunteers to add items to the cart and process payments on the spot.

Parents commented on how easy it was to order and pay, and volunteers appreciated not having to worry about managing cash or using complicated hardware. Nexxtap’s intuitive interface made the entire transaction process seamless, even for first-time users.

Scalability in Action: Ready for the      School Fete

The success of the movie night has already paved the way for more events. The PNF committee were so impressed with how simple and effective Nexxtap was that they’ve decided to roll it out again for their upcoming school fete later this year. All stalls will be using Nexxtap to process payments, giving parents and volunteers one simple system to work with, no matter what they’re buying or selling on the day.

Why Nexxtap Works for School Fundraisers

Events like these highlight the versatility of Nexxtap’s platform. Whether it’s a small fundraising night or a full-scale school fete, Nexxtap makes it easy for volunteers, organisers and parents alike. Some of the key benefits include:

• Simple, intuitive setup with Samsung rugged tablets and Nexxtap+

• Contactless, cashless payments for greater convenience and safety

• Scalable technology that grows with the needs of the event

• KDS functionality to easily customise menus and streamline orders

• Ongoing support to help schools feel confident using the system

At Nexxtap, we’re proud to empower local organisations with practical solutions that help them focus on what matters: raising funds for their school communities.