Shaker Boys Soccer Nets $29,050 in Just Two Weeks with Gold Athletics

When the whistle blew to kick off the Shaker Boys Soccer fall fundraiser, nobody expected what would follow: a two-week sprint that brought in an astonishing $29,050. Fueled by fierce teamwork and powered by Gold Athletics’ all-in-one platform, this upstate New York squad proved that victory doesn’t just happen on the pitch. With 94 players rallying 446 supporters, Shaker turned hustle into results, breaking records and setting a new standard for high school sports fundraising.

New Year, New Goals: How to Set Your Team Up for a Record-Breaking Fundraising Season

Ring in the Season with a Winning Game Plan The calendar has flipped, the air is buzzing with resolutions, and your team is gearing up for a new season. But before the first whistle blows, there’s one play that can define your entire year: a strong, strategic start to your fundraising game plan. At Gold Athletics, we’ve seen it time and time again—teams that hit the ground running in January build unstoppable momentum. With the GA App , clear goal-setting, and smart planning, the path to a…

Gold Athletics 2025 Year in Review: A Championship Season of Innovation, Growth & Grit

Gold Athletics teams crushed fundraising goals in 2025—breaking records, embracing game-changing tech, and building stronger communities every step of the way. Whether you’re a seasoned rep, a rookie coach, or a team parent cheering from the sidelines, this recap celebrates YOU—our partners in impact. Here’s a play-by-play of everything we accomplished together in 2025. ALL-STARS ON THE RISE: Welcoming New Reps and Rookie Rockstars This year, Gold Athletics welcomed a powerhouse lineup of…

Pinkerton Academy Raises $98,733 This Fall: 28 Years of Fundraising Excellence with Gold Athletics

A Legacy of Leadership and Loyalty in Derry For nearly three decades, Pinkerton Academy has been a fundraising powerhouse—and this fall was no exception. With a total of $98,733 raised across eight athletic programs, Pinkerton continues to set the standard for school-wide fundraising in New Hampshire and beyond. Backed by Gold Athletics and driven by a deep-rooted culture of teamwork, trust, and tradition, Pinkerton once again proved why they’re considered one of the most consistent and…

2025’s Top Fundraising Trends That Changed the Game

A Year of Record-Breaking Campaigns and Smarter Strategies As 2025 winds down, it’s clear this was the year fundraising got faster, smarter, and more successful than ever before. High school and youth athletic programs across the country leveled up their game, breaking records and boosting engagement through new tech, streamlined strategies, and reward-driven motivation. At Gold Athletics, we were right in the middle of the action—partnering with coaches to lead thousands of high-performance…

Why Gold Athletics Stands Above the Rest: It Starts with the Premium Fundraising Gear, But It Doesn’t Stop There

When it comes to fundraising, not all programs are created equal. At Gold Athletics, we’re redefining what it means to run a high-performance team fundraiser. From our unmatched support to our game-changing Gold Gear, everything we do is built to help teams win—not just on the field, but in every step of their fundraising journey. GOLD GEAR THAT TURNS HEADS Let’s be real—student-athletes want to be proud of the gear they wear, especially when they’ve earned it. That’s where Gold Gear comes…

Easthampton’s Power Performance: How One Soccer Program Scored Big with Gold Athletics

When the Easthampton High School Soccer teams set their sights on a standout season, they knew it would take more than just hustle on the field—it would take strategic planning off it. With tournaments on the horizon, gear upgrades needed, and travel costs stacking up, these tight-knit Western Massachusetts squads went all-in on a proven playmaker in the fundraising game: Gold Athletics. In just 2.5 weeks, the boys and girls teams blitzed past their goals and banked an impressive…

Inside Gold Athletics’ Merchant Team — What Makes Our Gold Cards Stand Out

Turning Fundraisers into Game-Changers: How the Gold Athletics Card Became a Powerhouse Product At Gold Athletics, fundraising is more than just raising money — it’s about creating real value for athletes, families, communities, and supporters. Our model is built around the idea that when you combine team pride with everyday savings, everybody wins . In today’s world, discount cards and digital offers are everywhere. From cookie-cutter coupon books to “discount” apps loaded with expired…

Shen Soccer Strikes Gold: Boys & Girls Teams Crush Goals with Cards + Donations

Dual-Team, Double Fundraiser, One Massive Win It wasn’t just goals being scored on the field this fall—Shen Boys and Girls Soccer programs put up record-breaking numbers off the field, too. With a dynamic Gold   Cards + Donations fundraiser  powered by Gold Athletics , both teams rallied to raise way over $50,000 combined , making a bold statement about what teamwork, community, and a little competitive fire can do.  Led by our Director of Sales in New York, John Rudick, Shen Soccer was…

‘Tis the Season to Fundraise

Holiday Fundraising: Best Products & Campaigns to End the Year Strong The spirit of generosity is in full swing. It’s the holiday season, and that means one thing: it’s prime time to fundraise. From local schools and athletic programs to community organizations, November and December offer the perfect opportunity to connect with supporters while everyone’s in the giving — and shopping — mood. With shoppers flocking to local stores and families searching for meaningful gifts and causes to…