Field events teams often operate on smaller budgets than the broader track team. Implements (shot puts, discus, javelins, hammers, poles) wear out, travel costs add up, and clinic registrations come out of the team budget. Fundraiser shirts let the team raise funds from parents, alumni, and the community. Here is the fundraiser shirt guide for field events teams.
Field events budgets cover implements (typically $500 to $2,000 per year per program), travel to invitational meets ($500 to $3,000 per year), and clinic registrations and recruiting trip costs ($500 to $2,500 per year). Total annual budget needs typically run $1,500 to $7,500 for an active program.
School district allocations often cover only part of that. Fundraiser shirts close the gap by selling to parents, alumni, and the community at a higher margin per piece than standard team apparel.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Fundraiser apparel runs at a higher margin per piece because the sale is donation-flavored.
| Type | Margin per Piece |
|---|---|
| Standard team apparel | $10 to $15 |
| Fundraiser shirt | $15 to $25 |
Parents and community buyers expect a higher price for a fundraiser piece because the extra dollars go to the team. Most buyers prefer this model to a separate cash donation request.
Sell to parents, alumni, and community. Higher margin per piece, all profit goes to the team.
Start FreeA mid-size high school field events program (15 athletes, 30 parents, 50 alumni reach) can generate $1,000 to $3,000 in a year from fundraiser shirts. Larger programs and college clubs scale higher.
Yes. Most programs run 2 to 3 drops per year: pre-season, senior night, and post-season state meet celebration.
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