Looking for creative fundraising ideas sports clubs can easily run this season? Raising funds for an important cause like Dolly's Dream can bring your club together while boosting team spirit.
Great fundraising ideas sports communities love are simple, social, and built around what clubs already do best - bringing people together. If you're searching for practical and proven sports team fundraising ideas, here are some winning options your players, families, and supporters will get behind.
Great fundraising ideas sports communities love are simple, social, and built around what clubs already do best - bringing people together. If you're searching for practical and proven sports team fundraising ideas, here are some winning options your players, families, and supporters will get behind.
1. Blue Dress-Up Round
Host a themed training night or game day where players and supporters accesorise your uniform with a touch of blue, or wear a full blue-themed outfit. Ask for a gold coin donation to participate.
2. Sponsor-a-Goal or Sponsor-a-Point Challenge
Turn performance into purpose. Supporters can pledge a donation for every goal, try, or point scored across a game or round.
Performance-based sports team fundraising ideas create excitement and give spectators another reason to cheer loudly from the sidelines.
Performance-based sports team fundraising ideas create excitement and give spectators another reason to cheer loudly from the sidelines.
3. Club BBQ or Canteen Takeover
Run a special fundraising barbecue during a busy game day or host a blue-themed bake sale in the clubhouse. Let everyone know where the money is going, and invite everyone to bring a plate to sell or take a turn on the barbecue.
4. Parents vs Players Match
Host a light-hearted exhibition match where parents take on the players or coaches. Charge an entry donation for participants and spectators.
Community-driven sports team fundraising ideas like this strengthen club culture and create memorable moments.
Community-driven sports team fundraising ideas like this strengthen club culture and create memorable moments.
5. Blue Game Day for Do It For Dolly Day
Bring the above ideas together and dedicate a round in May to Do It For Dolly Day. Decorate the grounds, encourage blue accessories, and raise awareness while collecting donations.
Purpose-driven fundraising ideas sports clubs run around national awareness days often generate strong participation because they connect sport with a meaningful cause.
Purpose-driven fundraising ideas sports clubs run around national awareness days often generate strong participation because they connect sport with a meaningful cause.
Why Sports Fundraising Matters
Sport already builds teamwork, leadership, and resilience - the same values that drive successful fundraising. The best sports team fundraising ideas tap into existing club routines and give members a shared goal beyond the scoreboard.
When clubs explore fundraising ideas sports communities genuinely enjoy, participation increases naturally. The key is choosing activities that feel fun, inclusive, and achievable.
Every dollar you raise this Do It For Dolly Day helps deliver:
By participating, your club becomes part of a nationwide movement working to prevent bullying and support young people before harm occurs.
When clubs explore fundraising ideas sports communities genuinely enjoy, participation increases naturally. The key is choosing activities that feel fun, inclusive, and achievable.
Every dollar you raise this Do It For Dolly Day helps deliver:
- Our Bullying Support Line, 13 DOLLY, offering free counselling for young people and families
- Anti-bullying workshops in schools across Australia
- Online safety tools and trusted parent resources
- Youth Mental Health First Aid training in communities
By participating, your club becomes part of a nationwide movement working to prevent bullying and support young people before harm occurs.
How to Make Your Fundraiser a Success
To get the most out of your sports club's fundraiser:
- Set a clear fundraising target
- Promote it early through your club’s social media page
- Assign volunteers clear roles
- Use our Do It For Dolly Day resources
- Celebrate your results with the whole club
