Ideas players can run online
Player-page drive
Every player shares a page with their photo and goal. The team total climbs as they reach out to family and friends.
Run it on HooRaiseHit-a-thon or shoot-a-thon
Turn a practice into an event. Supporters give a set amount to cheer each player on.
Run it on HooRaiseSeason ticket for grandparents
Invite far-away family to "sponsor" a player for the season with a single gift.
Goal-stretch challenge
When the team hits its goal, raise it and announce what the extra money unlocks.
Sponsor and community ideas
Sponsor banners
Local businesses sponsor the team and get a banner at games plus their logo on your page.
Booster silent auction
Signed gear, reserved parking at home games, a day as honorary coach.
Run it on HooRaiseYouth clinic
Players run a skills clinic for younger kids, with a registration fee.
Alumni game
Former players come back for a game, with proceeds to the current team.
Car wash
A classic for good weather and visible locations.
Game-day ideas
50/50-style raffle
Check your state's rules for raffles before you run one.
Concession stand specials
Theme nights and bundle deals at home games.
Halftime challenge
Fans give to see a coach or player take on a silly challenge.
Senior night appeal
Honor seniors and invite families to give in their name.
Spirit wear
Take pre-orders so you never carry leftover inventory.
Tips that raise more, whatever you pick
- Say exactly what the money pays for: "$40 covers one player's tournament fee" beats "support our team."
- Ask families to add at least 10 supporters each. Most gifts come from people who were asked directly.
- Plan three messages: a kickoff, a halfway nudge and a last-day "ends tonight."
- Celebrate milestones out loud, and let the goal grow when you reach it.
- Thank every supporter within a day, and share the final result.
Sports fundraising questions
What's the best fundraiser for a sports team?
A player-page drive is hard to beat: nothing to sell, family anywhere can help, and players feel ownership of their goal.
How much should each player try to raise?
Start with what the season costs per player, then set a goal a little above it. Goals can stretch when players reach them.
When should a team fundraise?
Before the season starts, when families are excited and costs are coming due.
Run your next fundraiser on HooRaise
Player pages, group goals, a-thons and silent auctions, with reminders sent for you. Free to start.