5 Secrets to Raising $10,000 for Your League
(that most people don't know)
Let’s be honest—raising $10,000 for your league sounds like a big deal, right? But here’s the scoop: it’s totally possible once you have a plan in place.
Did you know that only 1 in 3 volunteers come back to help out the following year? So, who really has the know-how to pull off a successful fundraiser? That’s exactly why we’re here to lend a hand!
It’s really not as tough as it sounds. With a bit of preparation and the right game plan, you can raise $10,000, $20,000, $30,000, or even more by doing these five things.
Whether your league needs new helmets, better gear, or you want to keep those registration fees manageable, these five secrets are going to be your game-changers!
1. Start Early
By planning your fundraiser early, it will be much easier to reach your financial goals.
Planning early means at least 30 – 60 days before sign-ups or registrations start.
As a volunteer, you know the stress involved with last-minute decisions.Â
Fundraising should be an asset to your league and it honestly doesn’t matter if you raised $100,000 with your last fundraiser if all you remember is a lot of stress.
Planning your fundraising early can include:
- Setting fundraising dates that align with the season schedule ideally right after signups and before opening day.Â
- Creating or delegating a team to be in charge of the fundraiser.
- Create a schedule for social media posts that highlight the benefits of the fundraiser and clarify expectations.
- Creating a designated fundraising form to be completed during registrations that sets expectations for each player for your fundraiser and is agreed to by the parent.
Waiting till the last minute to plan or execute your fundraiser can be accomplished with successful results but if you have the leisure of planning early, we highly recommend it.Â
👍🏽 Pro Tip:
Leagues that do their fundraiser before the season see a significant spike in profit because excitement is high before the season starts. Wait till the season starts to begin your fundraiser and you have lost a big advantage unless your fundraiser is mandatory.Â
Companies like Fundrazor will give signing bonuses in the off-season for early planning.
Raise $10,000 profit in 2 Weeks
Simple as 100 baseball players each selling 10 items. With our fundraiser, you will:
- Raise the most money your league has ever raised
- Get immediate profit, no delays
- Have zero risks, max rewards
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2. Choose the Right Fundraising Company and Product
All fundraisers are NOT created equal.
More importantly, not every fundraiser you see in ads comes with professional promotion materials, a dedicated support system, and a proven track record.Â
It becomes very important to choose your fundraiser correctly.Â
Before choosing a fundraiser, consider these things:
- Upfront cost
- Profit margin
- Cost of product sold
- Easy to manage for volunteers and parents
- Incentives
- Return policy
- Company’s length of time in business and reviews
- Customer support availabilityÂ
- How the product is delivered and distributed
👍🏽 Pro Tip:
Actually, our cookie dough fundraiser provides all of the above, and it’s big crowd-pleasers since everyone loves cookies, and it’s profitable as heck.Plus, you don’t buy any products upfront making it zero risk.Â
3. Set Goals and Expectations
You know the saying: “If you fail to plan, then plan to fail.” Well, that saying rings especially true when it comes to fundraising!
That’s why setting a clear goal is super important.
Once you have your goal in sight, it’s time to set some expectations for each player and team in your league.
For instance, with our cookie dough fundraiser, you could aim to raise $10,000 in profit. Break it down like this: if you have 100 players, each selling 10 items, or 10 teams selling 100 items each, you’ll hit that goal in no time!
One of the biggest mistakes we see is leagues just handing out fundraising materials and hoping parents will jump in. Trust me, that’s a recipe for missing out on a lot of potential funds.
Let’s not leave money on the table!Â
👍🏽 Pro Tip:
Leagues that dominate their fundraisers and get a boost with league activities have one secret to their success: they make use of a volunteer form or clause! This little addition is a game-changer, laying out the expectations for the season in a super clear way. These expectations can cover everything from fundraising to volunteer tasks like field clean-up days and helping out at the concession stand.
Use our volunteer form or let us create one for you. View sample here.
4. Maximize Profits with Incentives
Let’s face it: feeling good about fundraising is one thing, but feeling great because you won something? That’s a whole different ball game. Incentives are the secret sauce to driving higher participation and bigger sales.
We even have tons of creative, no-cost ideas that you can use to motivate your team—whether it’s fun challenges, recognition awards, or group rewards.
Here’s why it works:
- It’s fun! People love having something to work toward, especially when the prizes are exciting.
- It’s fair. Everyone has an equal chance to win based on their effort.
- It’s motivating. Prizes keep sellers engaged and competitive, which means more sales for your league.
👍🏽 Pro Tip:
Choose a company that understands the value of rewarding hard work. At Fundrazor, our incentives include everything from FREE cookie dough to gaming consoles like the PS5.Â
5. Dates for Fundraising Should Be Short and Sweet
We’ve learned something crucial that many leagues overlook: shorter fundraising periods tend to be more profitable! Limiting the fundraiser to just two weeks creates a sense of urgency, maintains high energy, and minimizes procrastination. This specifically refers to the selling and order-taking phases of your fundraiser. Â
There’s a common misconception that longer fundraisers lead to more sales. In reality, extending the duration can backfire. When deadlines feel distant, people often procrastinate and may even forget about or lose interest in the fundraiser. Â
We understand that this approach may not suit everyone, which is why we are professionals in the field. We can provide you with strategies to ensure success even with longer time frames. Â
When planning your fundraiser, we recommend scheduling your dates immediately after signups and before the games begin. It truly makes a significant difference!
👍🏽 Pro Tip:
When you’re planning your fundraiser, try to sync up your start and end dates with typical pay periods. Most folks get paid every two weeks or on specific dates like the 1st, 15th, and 30th. By timing your fundraiser this way, you make it easier for your supporters to pitch in when they’re ready financially!
Raise $10,000 profit in 2 Weeks
Simple as 100 baseball players each selling 10 items. With our fundraiser, you will:
- Raise the most money your league has ever raised
- Get immediate profit, no delays
- Have zero risks, max rewards
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