Skip the Hype. What Athletic Leaders Need to Know
New tools, ideas, and opportunities are reaching high school athletics faster than ever. The challenge isn’t keeping...
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Booster Club Transition Season: How to Plan, Organize, and Fundraise Successfully
For many school programs, summer marks more than the end of a season. It marks the beginning...
Athletic Registration Checklist for Schools
As the new school year approaches, athletic directors and school administrators face one of the busiest operational...
Elementary Fundraising Ideas for PTA & PTO Fall Planning
The Best Time to Plan Elementary Fundraising Ideas If you’re searching for elementary fundraising ideas, now is...
Athletic Director Summer Planning Guide: The Complete Pre-Summer Checklist for High School Athletics
Summer doesn’t fall apart because people aren’t working hard. It falls apart because the systems weren’t set...
Coaches Checklist: Why Most Athletic Programs Waste the Summer (and How to Fix It)
The Pre-Summer Checklist Coaches Need to Run a Stronger Program Most programs don’t lose ground in the...
The Pre-Summer Fundraising Playbook for Cheer, Dance, and Band Programs
If you lead a cheer team, dance team, or school band, March and April are the perfect...
Snap! Mobile: Trusted as a Google for Education Partner
Administrators don’t have time to vet every platform that promises to simplify school operations. Snap! Mobile is...
Campaign Sponsorships: A Smarter Way to Raise More and Connect with Your Community
Fundraising is most successful when it brings an entire community together. From families and alumni to local...
Spring Momentum: Helping Cheer, Dance, and Band Programs Start Strong.
Spring is a season of preparation and possibility. Routines that have been rehearsed for months are finally...
NIAAA Announces Partnership with Snap! Mobile
NIAAA Announces Partnership with Snap! Mobile as Official Community Engagement App Creation Partner Indianapolis, IN — The...
From First Practice to Playoffs: Funding Your Spring Season the Smart Way
Spring sports and activities move fast. One week you’re planning the first practice, and before you know...
Snap! Mobile Named to Inc.’s 2025 Best in Business List in the Best Challenger Brands, Best Fundraisers Categories
The annual list recognizes the industry-leading companies that are the best at what they do Austin, TX,...
The Gift of Giving: How Schools Used Snap! Raise to Make a Difference This Holiday Season
Every year, Giving Tuesday inspires generosity around the world—and this year, hundreds of donors rallied behind athletics...
How Year-Round Funding Strengthens Your Athletic Program for 2026
As you look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: athletic programs can’t thrive on unpredictable revenue....
How to Get Competition-Season Ready: A Planning + Fundraising Guide for Cheer & Dance Teams
Competition season doesn’t just test your skills — it tests your planning, your organization, and your budget....
How Snap! Raise Helped Madison Public Schools Raise Almost $250K in One Fall Season
Madison Public Schools, with four high schools and 25 athletic programs per school, struggled with inconsistent fundraising...
Snap! Mobile and Till Financial Partner to Launch Debit Card That Fundraises for Schools
The partnership introduces year-round passive funding to complement traditional fundraising campaigns while supporting financial literacy in the...
Why Giving Tuesday Matters for School Programs — and How to Make It Count
Each year, on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, people around the world take a moment to give back....
Spruce Up Your Store for the Holiday Season
The holidays are the perfect time to showcase your team’s custom fan gear and raise funds while...
From Setback to Comeback: Terry Parker High School Football Raises $11K
Terry Parker High School football raised $11K in under a month and replaced their stolen equipment. “Snap!...
Simplify Athletic Program Communication
See How Easy It Can Be to Simplify Athletic Program Communication The school year is in full...
Fueling School Spirit: Making the Most of Homecoming & Pep Rallies
Homecoming is more than just a game—it’s one of the most memorable traditions of the school year....
Winter Sports Checklist for ADs
Winter Sports Prep: The Essential Checklist for Athletic Directors Fall sports are wrapping up, and winter is...
Capital Campaigns for Schools: Success Stories & Fundraising Ideas
Capital Campaigns for Schools Transforming Campuses Through Community Support Big ideas require big support—and schools across the...
Snap! Mobile Announces Partnership with Top Star Media Group
New Revenue Streams Arrive for High School Sports Through Advertising Austin, TX – Snap! Mobile (Snap!), the...
Back-to-School Fundraising Ideas for Cheer, Band, and Dance Teams
The back-to-school season is one of the biggest opportunities to set your program up for success, especially...
Snap! Mobile Surpasses $1 Billion Milestone
Leader in Youth/High School Fundraising Proudly Achieves Record-Setting Impact AUSTIN, Texas (Aug. 13, 2025) – Snap! Mobile (Snap!),...
3 Quick Ways to Boost Participation Before You Launch
Getting ready to launch your next Snap! Raise fundraiser? A strong start can make all the difference....
Level Up: How This Coach Doubled Donations in Year 2 With Snap!
For Northern Illinois University Hockey Club, fundraising isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. Ice time is...
The Coach’s Playbook: How to Run a Successful Sport Fundraiser
As a coach, there’s a lot on your plate as you prepare for your next season —...
3 Ways to Prevent Parent Complaints Before the Fall Season Starts
Fall Sports Shouldn’t Start with Frustration Back-to-school season is already packed, and for athletic directors and school...
3 Things to Set Up Before the Fall Rush Hits
How ADs can stay ahead, save time, and set up their coaches for a winning season. The...
How Snap! Mobile One helped Fairbanks High improve game attendance by 40% and revenue by $250,000
Logan Dunn was the Athletic Director at Fairbanks High School at the time of this case study....
Summer Fundraising for Sports & Activities: How to Make the Most of the Off-Season
Summer may feel like a break for students, but for coaches, group leaders, and teams, it’s a...
Don’t Let Budget Cuts Define Your Program’s Future
If you work in a school today, you don’t need headlines to know what’s happening. You’re living...
Walk-a-Thon & Fun Run Fundraisers for Elementary Schools
How to Organize a Successful Walk-a-Thon or Fun Run for Your Elementary School Looking for a proven...
Spring Into Action: Fundraising Ideas That Fuel Your Sports & Activities Season
As the weather warms up and the days get longer, Spring marks the start of something exciting—a...
Introducing the Store Directory: Your One-Stop Shop for Spirit Wear
Introducing the Store Directory: Your One-Stop Shop for Spirit Wear Supporting the programs you love just got...
High School Sports and Activities Get a Collegiate-style Makeover
“Snap! Mobile One” Launch Kicks Off New Era for Fan Engagement and Administration SEATTLE, WA (April 15,...
A Better Way to Lead Fundraising – Meet the New Raise Group Leader Dashboard
Fundraising Just Got Smarter and Easier Fundraising should be about rallying your team and supporting what matters,...
The Journey to $1 Billion Raised and What’s Next for Snap! Mobile
What started as a simple tool to help teams fundraise online has grown into a movement—one that...
Youth Sports Safety: A Game Plan
Game Plan for Youth Sports Safety: How to Keep Your Athletes Protected When it comes to youth...
The Power of Fundraising: Helping Cheer, Dance, Band, and Yearbook Programs Achieve Their Goals
Budget can be a barrier for many programs when it comes to attending camps and events, purchasing...
Drive Sponsor Success: 3 Ways the Community Engagement App Delivers
From activating branded offers to gaining invaluable insights through measurable data analytics, the Snap! Mobile One community...
FAQs: Snap! Mobile One Tier 2 & 3 Customer Upgrade
You’ll find answers to common questions about pricing, logging in, and accessing tools. If you have any...
FAQs: Snap! Mobile One Tier 1 Customer Upgrade
We want to make sure you feel confident and informed as you transition to Snap! Mobile One,...
Share the Love: Cheer Coach Allie Tyner
February 5, 2025, is National Girls and Women in Sports Day, and during the month of February,...
Why Coaches Love Snap! Raise
Coaches, we know how busy you are. To start, you probably have a full-time teaching job. Then...
4 Things Parents Need To Know About Online Fundraising
You have enough worries about your kids’ safety online; your school fundraising platform shouldn’t be one of...
What does Snap! Mobile One mean for Coaches and Group Leaders?
As a coach or group leader, you’re no stranger to long days, nonstop tasks, and trying to...
What does Snap! Mobile One Mean for Athletic Directors?
Let’s face it—being an athletic director isn’t just a job. It’s a balancing act. You’re juggling everything...
Game Plan for Bad Weather: Tips for Coaches and Athletic Directors
Managing athletic events during inclement weather Spring sports season is here, and with it comes unpredictable weather....
Share the Love: Softball Coach Darin Kyle
February 5, 2025, is National Girls and Women in Sports Day, and during the month of February,...
Your Guide to the Snap! Store Dashboard
Store is the ultimate online home for custom fan gear. Stores are automatically created for programs when...
Varsity Brands Partners with Snap! Mobile to Supercharge Fundraising for Sports, Cheer, Dance, and Band Nationwide
~Partnership spans both Varsity Brands divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit~ DALLAS, TX (Jan. 7, 2025):...
7 Time-Saving Hacks for Managing High-Volume Sports Registrations
Streamline Your Athletic Department with These Expert Tips Managing sports registrations for high school athletics can be...
Hanover High School Baseball raises $40,046 with Snap! Raise
Challenge Before using Snap! Raise, Hanover High School’s baseball team faced these common fundraising challenges: Difficulty motivating...
Elevate School Spirit and Engagement with FanX Rewards and Analytics
Building strong connections with your students, fans, and community is essential for athletics and activities administrators. The...
Fundraising Dos and Don’ts for the Second Half of the School Year
Don’t: Be Too Aggressive If the first thing your community hears from you is a sales pitch,...
SB29 Compliance Made Easy with Snap! Mobile
Since 2014, Snap! Mobile has been the leader in prioritizing the security and privacy of schools and...
New Feature Simplifies Fundraiser Approvals, Saves Time for School Administrators
Fundraising approvals and oversight just got easier! The new approvals feature enables group leaders to submit fundraiser...
Get your Snap! Store holiday ready!
Keep your store merry, bright, and on-brand! In your Store dashboard’s Edit tab, you have complete control...
Leading the Way in Security and Data Privacy
Snap! Mobile is proud to announce that we have officially achieved NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 compliance—the...
Fundraising Tips for Giving Tuesday 2024
This worldwide day of giving is widely celebrated and well-known. According to GivingTuesday.org, in 2023, 34 million...
Snap! Mobile Renews Partnership as Exclusive Fundraising Platform Partner of the NFHS
Snap! Mobile has agreed to a new four-year partnership renewal and has been named the Official and Exclusive...
Snap! Raise Customer Q&A: Autumn Fleet
Autumn Fleet is the head coach of the Hendrickson High School Silver Dancers. In the past, her...
5 Tips for Athletic Directors to Get Organized for Back to School
Every fall, as schools start opening their doors, athletic directors face the challenge of balancing numerous responsibilities,...
Setting the Tone for a Successful Season: Centralizing Information
The beginning of the school year is a great time to set the tone for a successful...
The Cost of “Free” Fundraising
5 Hidden Costs to Consider When Choosing a Fundraising Solution Many fundraising solutions are advertising that they...
Reward Donors with Digital Discounts!
Digital Discount Cards are now available for Snap! Raise fundraisers! Reward your donors with an exciting discount...
Guardian-Led Fundraising with Snap! Raise
A better solution for fundraising with young participants is here. Fundraising for walk-a-thons, school-wide events, or other...
The Best Fundraising Ideas: Maximize Your Impact
The Best Fundraising Ideas: Maximize Your Impact Top Fundraising Strategies to Unite Your Community and Reach Your...
Get Your App in Shape: Pre-season Prep
Managing multiple sports can be overwhelming as a new season approaches, but we are here to help!...
Fundraising Ideas to Maximize Your Efforts
Fundraising Ideas to Maximize Your Efforts Creative and Effective Fundraising Ideas to Help You Achieve Your Fundraiser...
10 Winning Sports Fundraiser Ideas
10 Winning Sports Fundraiser Ideas Boost Your Team’s Budget with These Easy and Effective Fundraising Ideas Get...
Get Ready for the New School Year: Website Tips for Athletic and Activities Departments
As the back-to-school season approaches, it’s crucial to ensure your athletic and activities department website is ready...
Effective Cheer Fundraiser Ideas for Maximum Impact
Effective Cheer Fundraiser Ideas for Maximum Impact Boost Your Cheer Squad’s Budget with These Engaging and Profitable...
10 Top Basketball Fundraiser Ideas to Slam Dunk Your Team’s Budget Goals
Top Basketball Fundraiser Ideas for Your Team Effective and Engaging Fundraising Ideas for Your Basketball Team’s Success...
10 Softball Fundraising Ideas That’ll Knock Your Fundraising Goals Out of the Park!
10 Softball Fundraising Ideas That’ll Knock Your Fundraising Goals Out of the Park! Discover Effective Fundraisers to...
Top 10 Baseball Fundraising Ideas: Hit a Home Run for Your Team’s Budget
Top 10 Baseball Fundraising Ideas: Hit a Home Run for Your Team’s Budget Explore Winning Fundraisers to...
Football Fundraising Ideas to Boost Your Team’s Budget
Top 10 Football Fundraising Ideas to Boost Your Team’s Budget Discover Proven Fundraisers to Support Your Football...
AD Playbook 1: Sports Leadership and Management
As the school year winds down and the summer and new school year approaches, it’s time to...
Top 11 Fundraising Ideas for Schools to Engage Your Community and Raise Funds
The Best Fundraising Ideas for Schools Effective and Creative Fundraising Ideas to Boost School Programs and Engage...
How the FanX App Helped Streamline the Special Olympics Maine Summer Games Coordination
We spoke via Zoom with Sarah Phelps, Sports and Programs Coordinator at Special Olympics Maine. As the...
3 Tips to Simplify Activities and Sports Registration
Are you tired of wrestling with the complexities of activities and sports registration every season? Eliminate headache-inducing...
How Minnesota State University Boosts Community Engagement and Sponsorships with Its App Launch
Diving into the world of sports marketing and community engagement, we spoke with Scott Nelsen, the Assistant...
Unlock Fundraising Financial Efficiency with Vault
Say hello to streamlined financial info across all fundraisers in your organization. Snap! Insights has a new...
Mobile Deposits: A Guide for Snap! Spend Customers
We understand the importance of efficiency in your financial endeavors, and we’re committed to assisting you every...
Positioning Your FanX App as the Source of Truth
Your community and students want your school athletics and activities information at their fingertips. They also crave...
How to Use Geofencing to Make Your Sports Marketing Smarter
In the world of sports, every moment counts especially when it comes to engaging loyal fans. Imagine...
3 Things Your Sponsors Will Love About FanX
From activating branded offers to gaining invaluable insights through measurable data analytics, FanX offers a comprehensive platform...
FanX Catapults Augustana Vikings to the Next Level
Since launching their app, Emily Punt and her team at Augustana are maxing out their fan engagement...
Earn points and raise funds year-round with your Store
Cash In Your Points Store is the fan store that gives back! You can now withdraw your...
All About The Snap! Mobile App
The Snap! Mobile app seamlessly connects to a program’s Snap! Raise fundraising campaign, Snap! Store, and engages...
Simplify Summer Camp Registration
As you gear up for another exciting summer camp season, say goodbye to scattered systems and stacks...