Holiday Giving Psychology: Why December Is the Most Profitable Month for Youth Sports Fundraising
December giving isn’t driven by luck or coincidence—it’s driven by psychology. As the year comes to a close, people naturally become more generous. They’re reflecting on what the past year meant, what they’re grateful for, and how they want to show up for their communities. For youth sports teams, this seasonal shift in mindset can be transformative. December...
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| December 19, 2025
Holiday Shopping for a Cause: How to Set Up a Team Fundraising Store in Minutes
Holiday shopping is happening anyway—so why not turn it into team support? December is one of the few times of year when people are already in a buying mindset. They’re not being asked to change behavior, only to redirect it. A fundraising store works especially well in this window because it doesn’t feel like “another donation request.” It feels like purchas...
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| December 18, 2025
How Youth Sports Teams Can Maximize Year-End Fundraising in the Last 3 Weeks of 2025
Three weeks left in the year. One fundraising goal staring you down. And an inbox full of competing holiday appeals that all sound like they were written by the same tired snowman. If your team still needs to fund spring travel, uniforms, equipment, or scholarships, don’t panic—December is prime time for giving. You just need a plan that’s simple enough to ex...
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| December 17, 2025
A Complete Guide to Digital Fundraising Tools for Youth Sports Organizations (2026 Update)
If your fundraising process still depends on paper forms, cash envelopes, and “did you see my Venmo?” texts, you’re not alone—but you’re also leaving donations behind. In 2026, digital fundraising isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s the baseline expectation, especially during December when donors are moving quickly and giving on mobile. Why digital tools matter mor...
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