Easy and Fun Ways To Raise Money For a Sports Team
If you’re a parent, you’ve probably wanted to encourage your child’s hobbies, but the funds for these activities from schools aren’t always sufficient. Schools everywhere, be it public or private, often experience budget issues. So, parents and students usually have to step in if they want to keep their favorite programs going.
Participating in fundraisers can sometimes feel like a chore, especially if it involves selling items door-to-door that only return a small portion of the money to the school or students. Instead, why not try some of these alternative ideas for raising money for your child’s sports team?
Host a Community Event:
People typically contribute to fundraisers because they want to support their local students, not for the products being sold. Instead of selling door-to-door to strangers, why not arrange a community event? Some ideas could be:
For a fun Movie Night, find a suitable outdoor venue in your community, like the school’s football field. Choose one family-friendly movie and another that teens and parents might enjoy. Sell tickets, refreshments, and don’t forget to get the necessary permits for the movies.
Get your child’s team together for a Book Sale. Everybody’s got some old books laying around. Pair this with a bake sale, yard sale, car wash, or cook-off. And remember to get your kids to wear their uniforms to promote the team.
Sell Team Gear:
Creating and selling your own team merchandise is another great way to raise funds. People usually enjoy supporting their neighborhood teams with items they can use. This could include:
Game day items, like t-shirts, hats, flags, foam fingers, bleacher seats, and car magnets.
Homeware such as plates, mugs, cups, and travel mugs can be a hit with the athletes’ families.
Ask for Support:
People generally give out of a desire to support their communities. Think about how best to ask your friends, family members, and neighbors for assistance.
Invite local businesses to sponsor your team, buy advertising space, or donate prizes for raffles. Most businesses love the opportunity to support their local community.
Let your team lend a hand in serving the community by doing tasks such as mowing lawns, cleaning gutters, or moving firewood in a “Rent an Athlete” scheme.
Get individual sponsors by inviting friends and neighbors to donate a set amount for every lap your child can run around the track.
These are just a few ideas to help your child’s sports team keep going and have a bit of fun while they’re at it!