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Illustrative scene of band boosters beside instrument cases during an outdoor rehearsal.
FUNDRAISINGOctober 12, 2026

Marching Band Fundraising Ideas Your Boosters Can Manage

Compare five marching band fundraising ideas, from sponsorships to coffee. Plan around rehearsals, volunteer capacity, and when your boosters need the money.

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Illustrative scene of two organizers planning beside a cheer practice floor.
FUNDRAISINGOctober 12, 2026

Cheer Fundraising Ideas That Fit Your Gym's Season

Compare five cheer fundraising ideas by volunteer work, costs, and timing. Build a plan for your gym without adding a product pickup day.

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Community volunteers organizing outreach supplies beside a van.
FUNDRAISINGOctober 12, 2026

Online Fundraising Ideas for Community Groups With More to Do Than Volunteers

Compare online fundraisers by the work left on your plate. Practical options for community groups, from donations to direct-ship coffee.

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Students carrying backpacks at school.
FUNDRAISINGOctober 12, 2026

Easy School Fundraising Ideas Your PTA Can Actually Run

Five school fundraising ideas with honest tradeoffs, plus a launch plan that keeps boxes out of the office and jobs off your PTA's plate.

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A young soccer player dribbling downfield at golden hour with parents watching from the sideline
FUNDRAISINGAugust 4, 2026

Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams That Actually Raise Real Money

Sports team fundraising ideas that actually bring in real money, with the honest tradeoffs of each. Plus where a coffee fundraiser fits when you want more profit and less hassle.

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Dancers warming up in a sunlit studio beside a gear bag and water bottle
FUNDRAISINGAugust 4, 2026

Fundraising Ideas for Dance Studios That Actually Raise Real Money

Dance studio fundraising ideas that actually bring in real money, with the honest tradeoffs of each. Plus where a coffee fundraiser fits when you want more profit and less hassle.

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Daily Grind email briefing on a mobile device
PRODUCT UPDATEApril 2, 2026

Introducing Daily Grind: Your Fundraiser's Morning Briefing

Running a fundraiser is a lot like coaching a team. You need to know the score, who's performing, and what adjustments to make.

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JOLT Dashboard displayed on a laptop screen
PRODUCT UPDATEFebruary 26, 2026

Introducing JOLT: Your Fundraising Command Center

A simple dashboard that keeps parents and participants in the loop. No more asking the coach for updates.

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Coffee bags being shipped directly to supporters
FUNDRAISING 101January 22, 2026

Why Coffee Fundraisers Outperform the Competition

Cookie dough. Wrapping paper. Discount cards. There's a reason coffee fundraisers are gaining ground.

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Personal connection and conversation in fundraising
COMPANYDecember 11, 2025

The Real Reason We Don't Have an Instant Signup Form

Most platforms want you to click a button, enter a credit card, and disappear into their automated onboarding maze. We're going the opposite direction.

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