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Start a Basketball Team Fundraiser: Sell Socks or Candles
Sell socks or candles and keep 50% of every sale. No order forms, no cash to collect, no minimums.
- Nothing upfront
- Secure checkout
- Free to start
Pick what your team sells
Socks or candles, whichever fits your basketball team.
Sell socks
Fun styles supporters actually wear.
- Keep 50% of every sale
- $6–$8 profit per pair
- We pack and ship every order
Sell candles
Cozy, scented candles that make any room feel like home.
- Keep 50% of every sale
- $12.50 profit per candle
- We pack and ship every order
Built for basketball teams
Runs between practices and games
A 7-day online fundraiser fits into a packed season. Players share their store from their phone, and supporters shop in a few taps.
A store for every player
Starters and bench players raise the same way: their own store, their own link, and a live leaderboard that keeps the whole team motivated.
School season and AAU in one place
Run one fundraiser for the school season and another for summer AAU travel. Setup takes about 2 minutes each time.
How it works
- 1
Create
Pick socks or candles. About 2 minutes, nothing up front.
- 2
Share
Every player sends their own link to family and friends.
- 3
Get paid
After 7 days, a check or ACH. We ship every order.
What your fundraiser covers
- Gym rental and court time
- AAU and travel team fees
- Tournament entry
- Shooting shirts, uniforms, and shoes
- Travel and hotels for away tournaments
- Balls, training gear, and camps
Simple, transparent pricing
$0
Upfront cost
No inventory, no contracts, no payout fee
50%
Of every sock sale
$6–$8 per pair
50%
Of every candle sale
$12.50 per candle
Basketball fundraiser questions
Does this work for school, AAU, and rec basketball teams?
Yes. School teams, AAU and club programs, and rec leagues all use FundChamps. Each player gets a personal store to share with family and friends.
How much can a basketball team raise?
It depends on roster size and how widely players share. On average, team members typically raise around $200 each, though results vary from team to team.
When is the best time to run a basketball fundraiser?
Before the season starts, when uniform and gym costs hit, or in the spring before AAU travel. A short, focused push gets the best results.
How do I schedule a fundraiser?
It takes about 30 seconds. Click the Schedule a Fundraiser button, or visit this link. Name your team, pick socks or candles, and choose a start date. Start today or plan up to 18 months ahead, around your season, a tournament, or a big trip.
How do team members join the fundraiser?
Easy. When you create your fundraiser, it gets its own join code. Share it with everyone who'll be selling. They install the FundChamps app, enter the code, and they're in, with their own store ready to share with family and friends.
What do team members need to set up their store?
Just their name, a photo, and how much they want to raise. That's it, they're ready to start selling.
Does each team member get their own goal?
Yes. Every team member sets their own goal, so everyone has something to aim for and can watch their progress grow.
Does each team member get their own store link?
Yes. Every team member gets a unique store link with their photo on it, so supporters know exactly who they're cheering on.
Is there a leaderboard?
Yes. The leaderboard shows how every team member is doing. A little friendly competition goes a long way.
Do we have to download the mobile app?
Not to create one. You can set up and manage your fundraiser right here on the website. Your team members do need the FundChamps app (iOS or Android) to join and set up their store. It also makes it easy for them to share their store, watch orders roll in, and climb the leaderboard. They can delete it once the fundraiser ends.
Do supporters need the app to buy?
Nope. Supporters just open a team member's store link, pick what they love, and check out right in their browser. No app needed.
What does it cost?
Nothing to start. Your team keeps 50% of every sale: $6–$8 a pair of socks, or $12.50 a candle. No inventory, no contracts, no minimums.
How and when do we get paid?
Every fundraiser runs for 7 days. When it ends, we send your team's funds by check or ACH, your choice. There's no payout fee.
Can our fundraiser run longer than 7 days?
Yes. Every fundraiser starts as a 7-day push, but if your team needs more time, email us at help@fundchamps.com and we'll extend it.