Year-round fundraising: Can we make this sustainable?

The short answer: yes.

While Jamboree is great for urgent or one-time fundraisers, it’s also built to support ongoing, sustainable fundraising — whether once a season, quarterly, or year-round.

If you’re ready to move beyond scrambling for last-minute support, here’s how to build a rhythm that works for your group (and keeps the momentum going all year).

1. Start with your group’s natural calendar.

Most teams and organizations already have built-in rhythms that make great fundraising touchpoints:

Think about:

• Season kickoffs (spring, summer, fall)

• Travel or tournament cycles

• Equipment refreshes

• Camp or clinic registration periods

• Annual events (like Giving Tuesday or Earth Day)

Example: “We run a small fundraiser in March to cover spring gear, and again in September for travel.”

Pro Tip: Spacing fundraisers out quarterly can help avoid burnout and give supporters breathing room between asks.

2. Reuse what works.

Every time you run a fundraiser through Jamboree, you build a stronger foundation for the next one.

What you can reuse:

• Your best-performing social posts or text templates

• Past supporter lists (if you have consent)

• A team fundraising page template with your branding, goals, and story

Each time you run a new fundraiser, it gets easier — and more familiar for your supporters.

3. Celebrate ongoing impact.

Because every Jamboree fundraiser also plants trees, you have a built-in story of recurring environmental impact.

Example: "Since January, our team has raised over $4,000 and helped plant 160 trees across Indiana. We’re proud of what we’re building together!"

This gives you something new to say each time — and keeps fundraisers feeling fresh.

4. Make it easy for your team.

Sustainable fundraising only works if it’s manageable for your families. Jamboree helps by:

• Removing product sales and deliveries

• Offering easy setup from your phone

• Providing built-in tracking, links, and updates

• Allowing organizers to launch in minutes

You don’t need to “start from scratch” each time. You’re building a repeatable habit, not a massive campaign.

5. Consider a seasonal or annual plan.

Plan 2–4 fundraising moments throughout the year if your team wants to get more organized.

Sample Year-Round Fundraising Plan:

• February: Early-season fundraiser (uniforms, gear)

• May: Travel/tournament fundraiser

• August: Fall kickoff or back-to-school event

• November: Giving Tuesday or year-end impact fundraiser

Each can be short, simple, and goal-specific, with clear communication and built-in impact.

Find your fundraising rhythm with Jamboree.

The best fundraising isn’t always the biggest — it’s the most sustainable.

Jamboree helps you build a simple, repeatable rhythm that brings in support when needed, creates lasting impact, and keeps your group fundraising smarter all year.

Whether you're fundraising once or every season, we're here to help you make it count.