We Built This Because We've Lived It
RaiseFunders exists because our team spent decades inside youth sports organizations—coaching, serving on boards, running booster programs—and saw the same fundraising problems repeat themselves everywhere.
RaiseFunders — Minneapolis, MN
RaiseFunders is an outsourced fundraising and sponsorship partner built specifically for youth athletic organizations.
We help clubs, associations, and booster programs unlock the value of the assets they already have—email lists, facilities, events, social media reach, and community loyalty—and turn them into structured, professional sponsorship opportunities.
Our team develops the marketing strategy, packages the assets, and secures local and regional sponsors—allowing directors and volunteers to stay focused on what matters most: the athletes and the game.
We understand youth sports from the inside out because we've lived it. Our team has coached multiple youth sports for a combined total of more than 65 seasons, served on club boards, chaired booster programs, and navigated every operational headache that comes with running a volunteer-powered organization.
"We kept seeing the same thing everywhere: clubs with real community value and loyal families, but no system to turn that into sponsor revenue. Directors and parents doing their best, burning out, and starting over from scratch every year. That gap shouldn't exist."
Athletes First. Admin Second.
Everything we do is designed to keep coaches and volunteers focused on the kids—not on spreadsheets, cold calls, and sponsor management. Here's what we believe.
Youth Sports Matter
Athletic programs build character, discipline, and community. The adults running them deserve support systems that make the mission sustainable.
Credibility Comes from Experience
We don't just know sponsorship strategy—we know what it's like to be the exhausted parent who ended up owning fundraising by default. That changes how we show up for our clients.
No Hype. Just Results.
We're not going to oversell what we can deliver. You'll get honest projections, clear timelines, and direct communication when things shift. Trust is earned, not assumed.
Systems Outlast People
Board turnover is a fact of life in youth sports. Everything we build is designed to be documented, transferable, and maintainable—not dependent on any single individual.
Performance Alignment Matters
Our compensation structure ties our earnings to yours. We don't win unless you win. That's not just good ethics—it's good business design.
Local Matters
Based in Minneapolis, we understand the Midwest community fabric that makes local sponsorships work. And our approach scales to organizations across the country.
How We're Different from the Alternatives
There are other options out there. Here's why RaiseFunders is built differently—and why it matters for youth sports organizations specifically.
vs. Self-Serve Tools
Software platforms give you a tool. We give you execution. There's a meaningful difference between having a platform and having a team that runs the program for you.
vs. Generic Agencies
Most marketing agencies don't understand volunteer boards, booster dynamics, or youth sports culture. We do. That insider context changes how we package, pitch, and close sponsors on your behalf.
vs. Consultants
Consultants give you a plan. We give you a running program. We don't hand you a strategy deck and wish you luck—we stay engaged from discovery through outreach and closing.
Let's Build Something Lasting for Your Organization
A 30-minute conversation is all it takes to see whether we're the right partner for your club. No pressure, no pitch—just an honest look at what's possible.