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How Raffles Turn Fundraisers Into Events Kids Actually Care About
EngagementUpdated August 17, 2026

How Raffles Turn Fundraisers Into Events Kids Actually Care About

A raffle isn't about the prize — it's about the moment of the draw. Here's why teams that add a raffle component to their fundraiser see noticeably higher engagement.

SquareFundr Team·4 min read

Strategy

Why a Two-Week Sprint Beats a Two-Month Fundraiser

Long fundraisers stall. Here's why teams that compress their drive into 14 days consistently raise more — and how to structure the sprint.

Coach R. Patel·5 min read

Fundraising 101

The Complete Youth Sports Fundraiser Playbook for 2026

From kickoff meeting to final tally, here's the playbook coaches and parents are using to run fundraisers that pull in more without burning anyone out.

SquareFundr Team·7 min read

Beginner

5 Mistakes First-Time Fundraisers Make (and How to Skip Them)

Almost every team makes these the first time around. The good news: they're easy to avoid once you know they're coming.

SquareFundr Team·4 min read

Strategy

Why Every Player Should Have Their Own Fundraising Page

When each athlete fundraises through their own page — with their photo, their goal, their network — teams consistently raise 3-4x more than with a single team page.

Coach K. Williams·5 min read

Sponsorships

Designing Sponsor Tiers Local Businesses Actually Say Yes To

Bronze through Diamond — but with a recognition ladder real businesses care about. The structure most teams get wrong, and how to fix it.

Mary T.·6 min read

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