Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams NZ
Raise funds for equipment, uniforms, travel, and team activities with these proven fundraising ideas
Sports teams in New Zealand need funds for equipment, uniforms, travel to competitions, and team activities. Whether you're fundraising for a school team, club, or community sports group, these ideas can help you reach your goals.
Why Sports Teams Fundraise
Sports teams often need to raise funds for essential resources and experiences
- Equipment and gear (balls, nets, uniforms, protective equipment)
- Travel costs for away games and tournaments
- Facility hire and training costs
- Coaching and development programs
- Team building activities and end-of-season events
Best Fundraising Methods for Sports Teams
Sports teams have built-in advantages when fundraising
Strong Community Support
Parents, families, and local supporters are often passionate about supporting their team.
Regular Events
Games and matches provide natural opportunities to fundraise with food stalls, raffles, or merchandise sales.
Team Spirit
Players can work together to promote and run fundraisers, building team cohesion.
Clear Goals
Specific needs (like new uniforms or tournament travel) make it easy to communicate why funds are needed.
Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams
Proven fundraisers that work for sports teams
Alana Wines
Raise funds with premium boutique wines from a trusted New Zealand family estate!
Bakehouse on Bond
Fundraise with delicious baked goods-pies, lamingtons, savouries, and pizzas!
Booster Wine Group
Fundraise with premium New Zealand wines-$40 profit per 12 bottles sold!
Choc Fun
Sweet fundraising success with ready-to-sell chocolate boxes-simple and profitable!
Choice Fruit
Fundraise with Wairarapa's finest artisan foods-quality that sells itself!
Cookie Time
Fundraise with New Zealand's most iconic cookies-everyone's favourite treat!
Cured
Fundraise with artisan salami and biersticks-premium quality, generous profits!
Dad's Pies
Fundraise with New Zealand's trusted pie brand-quality since 1981!
Doughboys Bakery
Fundraise with trusted family pies and seasonal hot cross buns-beloved by communities!
Downlights
Fundraise with luxury candles while supporting a social enterprise that gives back!
Ecostore
Fundraise with eco-friendly soap-a healthier alternative that promotes sustainability!
Essentially Tamara
Fundraise with artisan shower bursts that turn any shower into a spa experience!
Run Your Sports Team Fundraiser Online with Raised
Managing a sports team fundraiser is easier with Raised. Share your campaign online, collect orders from supporters near and far, and track progress in real-time. Perfect for teams with supporters spread across New Zealand.
Share with extended networks
Players can share with family and friends across the country
Track team progress
See which players are bringing in the most support
Accept payments easily
Supporters can pay online or via bank transfer
Free to use
No fees for bank transfers or cash payments
Tips for Sports Team Fundraising Success
Set specific goals
"We need $2,000 for new uniforms" is more compelling than "We need money for the team."
Involve players
When players are engaged in fundraising, they become ambassadors for your cause.
Use game days
Set up stalls at home games to reach supporters when they're already engaged.
Use online platforms
Tools like Raised help you reach supporters beyond your local community, including extended family and friends.
Show impact
Share photos and stories of how funds are being used. People want to see their contributions making a difference.
Thank supporters
Recognise donors and sponsors publicly (with permission) to build goodwill and encourage future support.
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