Fundraising Insights
Practical tips, comparisons, and news to help schools, teams, clubs, and nonprofits keep more of what they raise.
NewsPrivate Equity Is Reshaping Youth Sports. Here Is What Your Group Can Actually Control
Private equity is pushing youth sports costs higher and drawing scrutiny in 2026, and fundraising groups can raise more and keep more with a high-margin model.
Aug 6, 2026
GuidesSchool Fundraiser Ideas: 25 Options That Actually Work (2026 Guide)
25 proven school fundraiser ideas ranked by effort and profit, plus a high-margin product fundraiser that gives supporters 6 months of real savings.
Aug 5, 2026
NewsBack-to-School Costs Set 2026 Records: A Fundraiser's Playbook
NRF says 2026 back-to-school spending hit record highs. Here is how fundraising groups can help stretched families and raise more this fall.
Aug 4, 2026
NewsRising Youth Sports Costs and the Black Bear Controversy: What Your Group Should Do
Youth sports costs are climbing and a private equity operator is under scrutiny. What it means for your group and how to fundraise smarter.
Aug 3, 2026
GuidesYour 6-Week Fall Fundraiser Plan for Teams and Clubs
A week-by-week August plan for teams, schools, and clubs to launch a fall fundraiser that actually pays off, with real numbers and margins.
Aug 3, 2026
GuidesHow to Launch a Fall Fundraiser in August
A four-week August plan to launch a Donacelet fall fundraiser, plus the real margins your group keeps.
Aug 2, 2026
ComparisonsDouble Good vs World's Finest Chocolate: Which Fundraiser Actually Nets More in 2026?
Popcorn or chocolate? We compare Double Good and World's Finest Chocolate on real profit per sale, upfront risk, and volunteer hours, plus what falling cocoa prices mean for fall 2026 fundraisers.
Jul 27, 2026
NewsAmericans Gave a Record $617 Billion in 2025: What the Giving USA 2026 Report Means for Your Group
Americans gave a record $617.2 billion to charity in 2025. Here is what the Giving USA 2026 report means for schools, clubs, teams, and nonprofit groups.
Jul 21, 2026
GuidesFundraising for Dance Studios: A Practical Guide (2026)
What competitive dance really costs, which product fundraisers pay the most per sale, and how dance teams can raise money with no upfront costs.
Jul 21, 2026
Comparisons7 Hudl Fundraising Alternatives for Teams in 2026 (Compared)
Comparing Hudl Fundraising alternatives on fees, payout speed, and effort. What teams should know before choosing a platform in 2026.
Jul 20, 2026
GuidesFundraising for Baseball Teams: A Practical Guide (2026)
How baseball teams can fundraise in 2026: real travel ball costs, product fundraisers ranked by margin and effort, and where Donacelet fits.
Jul 20, 2026
NewsHawaii's New Fundraising Platform Consent Law Is in Effect: What It Means for Every Group That Raises Money Online in July 2026
Hawaii's Act 205 now requires nonprofit consent on fundraising platforms like GoFundMe, and the same standard is spreading nationwide.
Jul 19, 2026
ComparisonsButter Braid vs Little Caesars Pizza Kits: Which Fundraiser Nets More for Your Soccer Team?
We compare Butter Braid and Little Caesars Pizza Kit fundraisers on real profit per sale and volunteer effort, plus where Donacelet fits for soccer teams.
Jul 19, 2026
GuidesDance Studio Fundraising Ideas: A Complete Guide for 2026
Honest 2026 guide to dance studio fundraising: real competition costs, product fundraisers ranked by profit and effort, and where Donacelet fits.
Jul 19, 2026
ComparisonsButter Braid vs Krispy Kreme Fundraising: Which Nets More for Youth Hockey Teams?
Butter Braid vs Krispy Kreme fundraisers compared on real profit, minimums, and volunteer effort for youth hockey teams, plus where Donacelet fits.
Jul 18, 2026
GuidesBaseball Team Fundraising Ideas: A Complete Guide for 2026
What baseball fundraisers actually net your team. Real costs, honest margins on candy, popcorn, discount cards, and where Donacelet fits.
Jul 18, 2026
GuidesFundraising for Minor Hockey: A Practical Guide (2026)
What minor hockey really costs in 2026, which product fundraisers net the most per volunteer hour, and where Donacelet fits. Sourced numbers inside.
Jul 17, 2026
ComparisonsHudl Fundraising Cost: What We Know So Far
Hudl has not published fees for Hudl Fundraising. Here is everything that is publicly known about the cost, the questions to ask a rep, and how to compare your real net.
Jul 17, 2026
NewsWhat Is Hudl Fundraising? The TeamUp Acquisition Explained
Hudl acquired TeamUp in July 2026 and rebranded it Hudl Fundraising. Here is how it works, what it costs, what is still unknown, and how it compares to product-based fundraising.
Jul 17, 2026