SignUp.com in the News
SignUp — formerly VolunteerSpot — is the free online tool millions of parents, teachers, coaches, and nonprofit organizers use to build sign up sheets, schedule volunteers, and send automatic reminders. Founded in 2009 by Karen Bantuveris, the platform has been covered by TechCrunch, Inc., CNN, TODAY, and more. Here's where you've seen us.
Fast Facts About SignUp
Media Coverage & Press Mentions
A selection of outlets that have featured SignUp.com and its earlier identity, VolunteerSpot, since 2010. Each link goes directly to the original coverage.
What Is SignUp?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VolunteerSpot the same company as SignUp?
Yes. VolunteerSpot changed its name to SignUp in 2016. Accounts, logins, and existing sign up links carried over unchanged — only the name and branding changed.
Who founded SignUp?
Karen Bantuveris founded the company (as VolunteerSpot) in 2009 in Austin, Texas, after struggling to coordinate classroom volunteers through reply-all email chains.
Is SignUp free to use?
Yes. Creating a sign-up sheet and inviting participants is free. Optional premium plans add features like custom fields, hour tracking, and multiple organizers.
How many people use SignUp?
More than 35 million people have used SignUp.com for scheduling, sign ups, and group coordination.
