Class Reunion Tools
Find them. Reconnect.
Find lost classmates
- Classmates.com — biggest US site. $40/yr Plus.
- Facebook search — most found here, free.
- LinkedIn — for career connections.
- Spokeo / BeenVerified — last names + age + state.
- Reunion Planner — planning tool.
- Alumni associations — class lists.
Planning tools
- Eventbrite — sell tickets, manage RSVPs, send updates.
- Facebook Event — for casual reunions.
- Reunion Planner / Reunion Manager — purpose-built.
- SignUpGenius — for potlucks + volunteers.
- Google Forms — free survey for venue, dates, food.
- Venmo / PayPal — collect ticket money.
Senior-friendly tips
- Plan 12-18 months ahead.
- Form 4-5 person committee.
- Hotel room block early.
- Build memorial section — list classmates who passed.
- Photo slideshow — yearbook + recent photos.
- Quiet area for hearing-aid users.
- Wheelchair accessibility check.
- Name tags WITH yearbook photo.
Virtual reunion
- Zoom Meeting — up to 100 free for 40 min.
- Zoom Webinar — for larger groups.
- Pre-recorded video tributes from those who can't attend.
- Mix in-person + virtual = "hybrid".
- 50%+ of reunions virtual / hybrid since 2020.
Memory book
Compile reunion memory book — Storyworth, Shutterfly, or Google Docs. Each classmate writes 1 page. Photo + bio + favorite memory. Print + bind. Decades-treasured keepsake. Better than just a meal + drinks.