Cheerleading Fundraising Ideas

cheerleading fundraiser

Cheerleaders and fundraising go together like a base and a flyer. So much so that we have a basket (toss) full of cheerleading fundraising ideas. The attributes that make someone a great cheerleader also makes them a successful fundraiser. Being outgoing, upbeat, and furthermore, cheery will bring success with any fundraiser you choose.

To help shorten the list, we’ve picked our favorites cheerleading fundraising ideas below. With popular products, low minimums, and shipping costs, your supporters will happily be the ones cheering on your squad. And they are sure to stick the landing! Moreover, if you don’t find the perfect cheerleading fundraiser on this page we invite you to continue to browse our website to explore other fundraising ideas.

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Below, you will find fundraising suggestions along with a list of articles written to provide useful information on fundraisers. We hope you’ll find all the insight you need here. Finally, if you prefer please call one of our fundraising specialists toll-free (866) 874-8383 any time.  We will be glad to help you choose the best fundraiser for your needs.

The Keys to Successful Cheerleader Fundraising

Cheerleaders are feeling the economic situation just like the rest of us, and anyone who has a cheerleader in the family knows that it’s not a cheap sport to get started with. Uniforms alone are incredibly expensive, and they always need more than one. When you take into account all the other things needed for competitive cheerleading as well, you’ll see why cheerleaders turn to fundraise to make up for budget problems.

So what kind of fundraising ideas should you go for? Chocolate fundraising is the old favorite, and it continues to perform well for cheerleader fundraising. The best part is, you never have to worry about it going out of style, and if the kids can get permission to sell the chocolate on school grounds, even better.

If you want to try something a bit more innovative for your cheerleader fundraising, however, there are all kinds of ways to go about that. Temporary tattoos may sound a bit radical, but the kids love to buy them, and since tattoos are a direct sale fundraiser, after you pay for your order and receive the tattoos, all the profits from your cheerleader’s fundraising effort go right to you.

Even more, straight forward for cheerleaders fundraising are scratch cards. These are lucrative cheerleaders fundraising ideas that are designed for maximum profit and work particularly well for smaller squads. The concept is simple: people scratch off 2 of 50 dots and are asked to pay the revealed amount as a donation. In return, the donors are given a sheet of coupons as a thank-you.

Larger squads or groups comprising mostly older kids may do well with something like pre-sell cheerleaders fundraising ideas. Whatever you want to do, though, check with your fundraiser consultant about shipping fees and order minimums to make sure that you are getting the maximum benefit from your cheerleader’s fundraisers. Making money with cheerleaders fundraising can be great fun, and just think of all the stuff the squad will be able to buy when their fundraising goes really well!

Cheerleading Chants

There are many key components that need to be perfected in order to create an outstanding cheerleading squad. The dancing, technique, tumbling, cheering, stamina, and attitude are all things that judges look for in a champion squad. It can be very difficult for squads to come up with new dances, tumbles, and routines that will knock the socks off judges. Fortunately, there is one area of cheering that can change easily, and that is cheerleading chants. These chants are unique and different for every squad. Cheerleading chants are catchy, easy to learn, and set the mood for the rest of the routine.

There are thousands of different cheerleading chants. New chants and cheers are being created every day. There is no way to possibly keep up with the latest chants and cheers on your own. Fortunately, the internet has made it very easy to communicate with anyone around the world. This helps cheerleaders because they can keep in touch and stay in the “know” about the latest cheerleading chants, cheers, tumbles, dances, and routines. There are several websites that you can visit and discuss cheerleading topics, one popular website is www.cheer-chant.com. This website has anything and everything that a cheerleader could want. Here is a list of what you can find on www.cheer-chant.com:

  • cheer lounge
  • cheer and chat forum
  • health, diet, and exercise
  • cheerleading coaches and advisors
  • gymnastics and tumbling
  • cheerleading choreography
  • cheer pep and spirit ideas

Why Cheerleading Fundraisers Work

So when was the last time a cheerleader came up to you and cheerfully asked if you would help them out by buying some items to help with their cheerleader fundraiser?

If it happened any time recently I would wonder how many people said no.

That, in and of itself, is one of the reasons that cheer fundraisers work so well. It is not the fundraiser. It is the cheerleader.

Cheerleaders are by nature typically friendly, outgoing, and cheerful. Those qualities translate very well when you transition to sales. That goes double when the cheerleaders believe in what they are doing.

Certainly, cheerleading fundraisers are something that they can get their full focus on.

Many high school cheerleaders need to participate in fundraising. It is not an inexpensive venture. By the time they reach the high school level the people who make it have probably spent years developing their cheerleading skills.

The best fundraiser I have ever seen from units sold per person perspective was cheerleading from the northeast that sold more than 120 tubs each in a cookie dough fundraiser.

So, the bottom line is simply to choose a fundraiser the cheer squad can support, challenge them to reach new heights, and get out of the way.

Maximizing Profits from Cheerleading Fundraisers

It’s no secret that cheerleading is one of the most popular and most expensive of all school sports. Cheerleaders need multiple uniforms, the uniforms change every season, and of course, there are all the other expenses involved with travel and performing. Prices for these things increase every year, and so cheerleading fundraisers are essential to make sure that the squad is able to keep up with everything it needs.

You may be anxious about organizing cheerleading fundraisers, as so many rides on your efforts. But there’s no reason to stress yourself out about cheerleading fundraisers, as you already have the best set of salespeople in the world on your side. Cheerleaders are bubbly and enthusiastic, which is exactly the sort of thing you need when you’re trying to bring high sales numbers into your cheerleading fundraisers. So make the most of the fact that you are starting with the best possible people, and let that help build your confidence about organizing successful cheerleading fundraising campaigns.

It also helps if the kids understand that the profits from their cheerleading fundraisers are directly responsible for so many of the things they take for granted. For example, do they realize that their cheerleading fundraisers pay for their uniforms? The events they enjoy competing in, did they know that cheerleading fundraisers ensure that they have the entry fees? The point of telling them these things is not to frighten them, so don’t go overboard with seriousness, but let them know just enough to get them motivated in a positive direction about conducting fundraisers that will result in great profits for them.

We have a wide range of fundraisers that you can browse through, but don’t get too caught up in which one to do, because a lot of cheerleading fundraisers can be adapted to work with different sizes and types of groups. The most important thing is to keep everyone positive about their cheerleading fundraisers because, in the end, attitude is everything.

All Star Cheerleading Sets the Standards

The All-Star Cheerleading Federation is very important to the sport of cheerleading. Cheerleading is a vast sport that is growing by the day. It allows girls and boys to maintain active lifestyles and create new friends. If cheerleaders choose to become competitive, then a whole new world opens up.

All-Star Cheerleading Federation Sets Standards

Competitive cheerleading is, well, competitive. There are so many teams that you can join. Each team belongs to an association such as the National Cheerleading Association (NCA), American Cheerleaders Association (ACA), Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA), and there are many more. Almost every Association belongs to the U.S. All-Star Federation (USASF). The All-Star Cheerleading Federation was created to set standards for all associations that compete against one another. USASF is the largest cheerleading federation in the world.

U.S. All-Star Federation – USASF Regulates Cheerleading

Imagine the USASF as an umbrella. It holds many different groups with one set of standards. If you go to attend a USASF competition it can also be a UCA, NCA, ACA, or any other kind of event. The USASF website states that “the USASF is about standardization of rules from one competition to the next.” It is a non-profit corporation governed by a Board that consists of industry leaders from major competition companies and nationally recognized owners. The Board is made up of committees such as Rules; Safety; Selection; Education and Ethics; and many others that help to run the USASF smoothly.

Cheerleading scratch card

Cheerleading scratch cards are an obvious choice for a cheerleading fundraiser. With their natural outgoing personalities, cheerleaders are champs at encouraging others to go for the win! Meaning they can easily cheer people on to donate money to their team. Each cheerleading scratch card raises $100 and shipping is free.

What You Should Know

Here is an example of the coupon page you give to the people as a “Thank You” for participating. You can create a custom coupon handout with your town’s unique businesses.

As you can see from the profit chart below the lowest profit percentage you will make from using scratch cards for fundraisers is 85%. There are, however, price breaks that can increase your profit percentage. The more cards you purchase the higher your profit potential for each card. The profits and profit percentages shown are based on successfully having all 50 dots scratched off on your scratch card:

Profit and Cost

 

  • In-hand products
  • Free shipping
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Cards Bought Cost Per Card Each Card Raises Your Profit $ Your Profit %
100 $5.00 $100.00 $9,500 95%
25 $7.00 $100.00 $2,325 93%
10 $10.00 $100.00 $900 90%
1 min. $15.00 $100.00 $85 85%

If you are looking for a holiday season fundraiser, our Home for the Holidays Candle Fundraiser is it.  With their cheery labels and seasonal scents, these candles make a fantastic gift. There’s no upfront cost, so this fundraiser works for any type of group.  We provide everything you need to get started and there’s no obligation.

What You Should Know

Candle fundraising is different than other fundraising programs. Easy Fundraising Ideas gives you a 50% profit on each candle you sell. The only additional charge you may incur is a $65 shipping fee if your group sells less than 150 candles.

Each candle sells for only $20 each.

Profit and Cost

  • No upfront cost
  • Free brochures for your participants
  • Free shipping (orders of 150 items or more)
  • Start in under a minute
Items Bought % Profit Free Shipping
150 plus 50% YES
1 to 149 50% No
candle fundraiser success

A Earth Candle* fundraiser by Heritage Candles is a great way to raise money and be kind to our planet. Your group will offer a terrific selection of candles in the most popular scents. There is upfront cost and you make 50% profit on every Earth candle you sell. You can even qualify for free shipping. We provide free brochures for each member of your group and all the materials you need to have a successful Earth candle fundraiser.

What You Should Know

Candle fundraising is different than other fundraising programs. Easy Fundraising Ideas gives you 50% profit on each and every candle you sell. The only additional charge you may incur is a $65 shipping fee if your group sells less than 150 candles.

Each candle sells for  $20 each.

Profit and Cost

  • No upfront cost
  • Free brochures for your participants
  • Free shipping (orders of 150 items or more)
  • Start in under a minute
Items Bought % Profit Free Shipping
150 plus 50% YES
1 to 149 50% No
Snackin' in the USA Fundraiser

The Snackin in the USA fundraiser gives you 20 mouth-watering treats to choose from. All products are made from premium quality nuts and candies. It costs absolutely nothing to get started. Simply let us know how many participants you have and we’ll send 1 order-taker for each of them, at no charge.

What You Should Know

Snackin in the USA is a fantastic fundraising program. Easy Fundraising Ideas give you a 50% profit on each and every snack you sell. The only additional charge is a $65 shipping fee if your group sells less than 150 snacks.

Profit and Cost

  • No upfront cost
  • Free brochures for your participants
  • Free shipping (orders of 150 items or more)
  • Start in under a minute
Items Bought % Profit Free Shipping
150 plus 50% YES
1 to 149 50% No
coffee and tea fundraiser

The popularity of coffee is undeniable. What was once just a morning ritual has become an all-day affair. Take advantage of this demand with a coffee fundraiser. Give your supporters their caffeine fix and perk up your profits.  You will sell 10 oz bags of freshly ground coffee for $20 each. There are seven great flavors along with a gift coffee tin. Even though there is no off-season for drinking coffee, coffee and tea seem to sell more easily in fall and winter.

What You Should Know

Tea and Coffee fundraisers are very similar to candle fundraisers. You will make a specific profit percentage on every item you sell. For tea and coffee fundraisers you make 50% profit, or $10.00 each.

If you sell less than 150 bags, though, there is a $65 shipping fee. Orders of 150 or more bags of coffee or tea will qualify you for free shipping.

Profit and Cost

  • No upfront cost
  • Free brochures for your participants
  • Free shipping (orders of 150 items or more)
  • Start in under a minute
Items Bought % Profit Free Shipping
150 plus 50% YES
1 to 149 50% No
mrs fields cookie dough fundraiser

We are excited to introduce our NEW Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser!  Your group will earn 50% profit selling Mrs Fields Cookie Dough.

Mrs Fields Cookies have long been one of the most beloved cookie brands in the world.  Known for its delicious, fresh-baked cookies and commitment to quality ingredients a Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser is sure to delight your supporters and raise the much needed funds to exceed your fundraising goals.

We have chosen 6 of the most popular flavors of Mrs Fields Cookie Dough; Semi Sweet Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup, Carmel Apple Crunch, Snickerdoodle, and Cinnamon Oatmeal Raisin delivered frozen in perfectly portioned cookies.  Your supporters will love the Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser easy break and bake.  No need for thawing, simply place the cookies directly from the freezer into the oven and in 15 minutes your freshly baked cookies are ready!

Your Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser is easy to start with no upfront cost.  Simply complete our easy sign up form.  We will send your free brochures and Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser order form.  We suggest a two week selling period.  Once your Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser sale is complete, tally your orders using our easy online order entry form or you can call us with your bulk order.

Your group will earn 50% profit on every box you sell for your Mrs Fields Cookie Dough Fundraiser!

What You Should Know

There is no money needed upfront for this cookie dough fundraiser.  Your group earns 50%!  We provide free brochures, order forms and cash collection envelops. You pay us after you sell your Mrs Fields Cookie Dough when you place your order. The money you’ve collected can pay for your order.

When you place your order, Easy Fundraising Ideas will calculate the cost of your order based on the number of tubs sold less any freight charges incurred for orders under 400 boxes.  Once the freight cost is covered, the rest is your profit to keep!

Profit and Cost

  • No Upfront Cost
  • Free brochures for your participants
  • Free shipping (for orders over 400 items)
  • Start in under a minute
Items Bought % Profit Free Shipping
401 plus 50% YES
1 to 400 50% No

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