Boost Your Team’s Game with Online Fundraising

In the world of sport, budgets are tight and admin time is even tighter. Moving your fundraising online lets your team focus on training and game day while still hitting your goals. Raised helps teams run simple, effective fundraisers with online product sales and optional donations—all under one link.

Why online fundraising works for teams

• Simple setup and shareable links for families and supporters
• Real‑time tracking, leaderboards, and visibility of progress
• Less handling of cash and fewer manual errors
• Easier communication and a more professional experience

Explore how it fits together: How it works.

Proven ideas for sports teams

1) Team merch and spirit wear

Hoodies, beanies, socks, stickers—keep sizes and variants simple to avoid packing mistakes. Create a “Supporter Pack” bundle.

2) Game‑day food and BBQ

Pre‑sell snack/BBQ combos and allow top‑ups on the day with simple payment options. Pre‑orders help you plan stock and shorten queues.

3) Raffles and prize draws

Run a low‑effort raffle with donated prizes. Sell tickets online and at the venue. Follow local rules for raffles.

4) Skills clinics and challenges

Offer a skills clinic hosted by senior players or coaches, or a sponsored laps/fitness challenge. Friendly competition drives sharing.

5) Sponsor a seat or kit item

Let supporters “sponsor a seat”, ball, or piece of equipment for the season. Acknowledge sponsors on your page and at home games.

6) Partner deals with local businesses

Pizza nights, car washes, gym trials—promote exclusive deals and use simple order confirmations for redemptions.

See more ways to drive revenue: More sales.

Make buying effortless on game day

Keep lines moving and sales strong with a few small tweaks:

• Display easy-to-scan links at the field and canteen that point to your order page (e.g., short URLs on signage)
• Offer order‑ahead for pickup windows
• Keep add‑ons simple (drinks, snacks, badges)

Set up your fundraiser in Raised

1. Create your fundraiser and add products with clear photos and descriptions.
2. Set deadlines, pickup dates, and any limits per item.
3. Share your link in team chats, newsletters, and social media.
4. Track orders and progress in real time; export reports when needed.

Check out the dedicated page: Sports team fundraising.

Launch checklist

• Define a clear goal and deadline
• Assign roles for comms, fulfilment, and pickup
• Keep product options focused (2–6 items)
• Prepare photos and pricing; test the order flow
• Share your order link at training and on game day (posters, socials, team chat)
• Send a 72‑hour final reminder before closing

FAQs

How long should a team fundraiser run?

2–3 weeks is ideal, with a clear final push and pickup date.

Can we sell both online and at the venue?

Yes—collect pre‑orders online, then offer add‑ons at pickup.

Can families donate instead of buying?

Absolutely. Add a donation option alongside products and track it with orders.

How do we track results?

Your dashboard shows orders, revenue, and progress in real time. Export reports for reconciliation.

Next steps

Ready to fund new kits, travel, or tournament fees? Put your fundraiser online and watch your results grow. Learn more on How it works, explore Sports team fundraising, or get in touch for help tailoring a plan.