How long do we run a fundraiser for?

Typically, TeamFund fundraisers run for 3-4 weeks, and then your food is delivered 10-14 days later at a pre-determined time and location. It may seem like having a longer fundraiser is better, but we find that timeline allows groups to stay focused (and doesn’t leave their supporters hungry too long!) Looking for the best time to fundraise? Here is a handy list of popular times to promote your fundraiser.

Who can use TeamFund?

TeamFund has helped thousands of organizations across Alberta, bordering cities in BC + SK, and Winnipeg raise money with food. Anyone can use TeamFund, you do not need to be a registered non-profit! We help groups of any size fundraise for any season and any reason! We love supporting: schools bands choirs swim clubs dance studios gymnastics gyms hockey baseball football ringette other sports teams non-profits! If you’re unsure if your organization is a good fit, please book a consultation and we can help you assess!

Is it all online or do you offer a paper method?

We offer our fundraisers online so you can save time, but we do offer a paper method for those who prefer it old-school! You can download paper order forms at any time within your online dashboard.

Do you deliver to us? Are there any minimums?

Yes, we offer free delivery within your designated delivery zone. There is a charge if minimums are not met. We deliver to one location of your choice. Commercial address is best. Residential addresses are on a case-by-case basis, as our refrigerated trucks have weight limit restrictions There are no pickups, regardless of how much your group sells. Find your delivery Zone here

How does our group get paid and get our profits?

One to 10 days after your campaign is delivered, we will mail or e-transfer your profits to you. Note that the preferred method of payment is E-Transfer. Log in to your dashboard to see the date that we paid your group. P.S.: To expedite the payment process, please complete our Organizer Feedback Form, which will be emailed to you on the same day as your delivery. The feedback form ensures that all labels were on, the vendors were on time, and no products were missed.

What types of payments do you accept?

Once your TeamFund fundraiser is live, you will receive a link to your online store where supporters can place their orders and share the link to promote your fundraiser. Orders placed on our online store can be paid for with the following payment methods: Paypal Visa Mastercard Visa Debit

How much does TeamFund cost? Are there any upfront costs or fees?

TeamFund is free! There are no upfront costs or inventory to carry. You keep your profits or commissions earned on every sale. We waive delivery fees based on locations and number of boxes sold. Based on your delivery zone, there is a $2-$3 processing fee per order. Some delivery areas over 150KM + from one of our distribution centers (Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg) will have a fuel surcharge per box ranging from $.25 to $.55 to help with rising delivery fee costs (New from June 2024). Find your delivery zone here.

Prepare For Your Tastiest Fundraiser Yet.

Star this page for everything you need to know about planning a TeamFund fundraiser.

Including tips, tools, and other resources to ensure your fundraiser is a success!

University of Calgary Swim Club raised $6225 in their Spring 2022 meat fundraising campaign with TeamFund.

Follow Our No-Fail Fundraising Plan

(we are so excited to meet you!)

Since 2013, we have helped thousands of groups raise funds online with food.

Organizers love that we handle all online sales, reporting, and logistics. No more cash in envelopes, storing inventory, or scrambling to figure out distribution. We are here for you every step of the way.

Families love buying food they’re already purchasing at the grocery store, you’ll raise a lot, and people need to eat: 80% of groups return within 6 months for a dependable fundraising partner.

Let’s get started!

Choose A Fundraiser in Your Location

Download a fundraising package to share with your committee.

Your group will earn a portion of each sale as profit – the average profits are about 20% for each item sold. *Profit margins vary and are listed on each item

Sell big boxes of grocery staples for big profits for your group – no goal is too big or small! Choose from our 3 signature fundraisers available in all locations or find local options in Calgary.

*Find your location in step 4 to view products & pricing.

Fresh Canadian Bacon

Sell 11 lb boxes of fresh bacon

2-3 options for thickness

BBQ Meats

Perfect for BBQ season + get togethers

Bacon AND burgers, steaks, sausages…

Fill Your Freezer Fundraiser

Stock your freezer 1-2x per year!

BBQ Meats AND grocery staples with busy families in mind.

CALGARY ONLY FUNDRAISERS*

*Available in Calgary & Area Only (+ Bow River Meats available in Banff & Canmore).

Prepare Your Fundraising Campaign

TeamFund fundraisers last about 4 weeks.

Sign up in advance to secure your delivery date. Don’t be afraid to start planning early, as some dates do fill up!

💡 To maximize sales and profits results: Choose a delivery date just before a long weekend, so buyers can stock up for hosting!

All orders are placed online, and we accept Visa, MC and Visa debit—no need to collect order forms and payments.

Familiarize yourself with the dashboard. During your campaign, you can use our easy online dashboard to share your online store link, find helpful marketing materials, and track your progress in real time.

Read our Organizer FAQ

Your sellers (parents and members) register to join the fundraiser, where they can place orders and invite supporters to buy from them.

We keep track of profits per seller to help you easily distribute funds based on performance or to individual sports accounts.

Choose a Delivery Location

So… where should we deliver all these boxes!?

Most groups are able to sell 50 – 700 boxes of food. Luckily, with online sales you don’t have to store all those boxes!

On delivery day, your goods will be delivered in a refrigerated truck from a federally inspected facility (for food safety and peak coldness!) to a pre-determined location of your choice.

Here are some common delivery locations:

*Home Deliveries are subject to review for accessibility for our large trucks. Sign up to find out more!

We deliver to one location to save you delivery fees.

See below for more information on how to qualify for free delivery!

We have 3 distribution centers: Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg.

Distribution & How You Get Paid!

Only sellers will show up to gather their orders and supporter’s orders. Sellers will then distribute their orders to their supporters.

> GET READY FOR DELIVERY DAY

We pay your profits in one lump sum after the delivery is over via e-transfer or cheque.

Qualify for FREE DELIVERY with a minimum number of items sold based on your zone. There are no upfront costs to get started, but a delivery fee will be deducted from total profits if the minimum is not met.

Ready to Get Started?

Find Products & Pricing in My Location

Download a Fundraising Package

More Fundraising Resources!

Better ultra-prepared than not at all? We’ve compiled our best tips and resources below.

Find FAQ’s, quick tips, a goal calculator, some success stories, and more blogs if you need some additional guidance.

Common Questions

Quick Tips for Success

Goal Calculator

Community Stories

Fundraising Blogs

Tips + Tools FAQ

General
How long do we run a fundraiser for?
Typically, TeamFund fundraisers run for 3-4 weeks, and then your food is delivered 10-14 days later at a pre-determined time and location.
It may seem like having a longer fundraiser is better, but we find that timeline allows groups to stay focused (and doesn’t leave their supporters hungry too long!)
Looking for the best time to fundraise? Here is a handy list of popular times to promote your fundraiser.
Who can use TeamFund?
TeamFund has helped thousands of organizations across Alberta, bordering cities in BC + SK, and Winnipeg raise money with food.
Anyone can use TeamFund, you do not need to be a registered non-profit! We help groups of any size fundraise for any season and any reason!
We love supporting:

schools

bands

choirs

swim clubs

dance studios

gymnastics gyms

hockey

baseball

football

ringette

other sports teams

non-profits!
If you’re unsure if your organization is a good fit, please book a consultation and we can help you assess!
Is it all online or do you offer a paper method?
We offer our fundraisers online so you can save time, but we do offer a paper method for those who prefer it old-school!
You can download paper order forms at any time within your online dashboard.
Delivery Questions
Do you deliver to us? Are there any minimums?
Yes, we offer free delivery within your designated delivery zone. There is a charge if minimums are not met.
We deliver to one location of your choice. Commercial address is best.
Residential addresses are on a case-by-case basis, as our refrigerated trucks have weight limit restrictions
There are no pickups, regardless of how much your group sells.
Find your delivery Zone here
Payments and Fees
How does our group get paid and get our profits?
One to 10 days after your campaign is delivered, we will mail or e-transfer your profits to you. Note that the preferred method of payment is E-Transfer.
Log in to your dashboard to see the date that we paid your group.
P.S.: To expedite the payment process, please complete our Organizer Feedback Form, which will be emailed to you on the same day as your delivery. The feedback form ensures that all labels were on, the vendors were on time, and no products were missed.
What types of payments do you accept?
Once your TeamFund fundraiser is live, you will receive a link to your online store where supporters can place their orders and share the link to promote your fundraiser.
Orders placed on our online store can be paid for with the following payment methods:

Paypal

Visa

Mastercard

Visa Debit
How much does TeamFund cost? Are there any upfront costs or fees?
TeamFund is free! There are no upfront costs or inventory to carry. You keep your profits or commissions earned on every sale.
We waive delivery fees based on locations and number of boxes sold.
Based on your delivery zone, there is a $2-$3 processing fee per order.
Some delivery areas over 150KM + from one of our distribution centers (Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg) will have a fuel surcharge per box ranging from $.25 to $.55 to help with rising delivery fee costs (New from June 2024).
Find your delivery zone here.

Quick Fundraising Tips for Reaching Your Goal

Tips that will help you save time, raise more and be organized.

Set a SMART Goal

Choosing a SMART goal motivates fundraising participants and ensures everyone is on the same page.

Plan in Advance

Share your fundraising package with your committee and discuss the best vendor option for your team, school, or organization.

*Fundraising options differ by region.

See locations here.

Get People on Board

Ensure you have the right people to help you reach your goal.

You can have a small team of 10, a large club, or a school of thousands: use your goal to inspire action within your organization.

Choose a Timeline

Pick a 2-3 week selling period that works for your group.

Our delivery happens about 10-14 days later at your preferred delivery location.

Aiming to get delivery right before a long weekend tends to yield more sales!

Marketing is Key

Make sure you have access to any marketing channels for your organization: email list, social media, or wall space for posters!

We provide many free promotional tools to help support you.

Tap into your community and share your message!

Persistence & Patience

Let’s be honest: fundraising coordinator is often a vacant position on many committees.

If you’re here, you care and want to make your mark.

Follow the proper steps, be patient, and watch the magic happen!

We can’t wait to work with you and help you reach your goals.

TeamFund Goal Calculator

Use our calculator to estimate how much you need to sell to reach your goals!

*Please note that fundraising profits vary from 15 – 30% depending on the products sold. Results may vary.

Read Success Stories from others like you!

We’ve helped raise millions for thousands of groups all over Alberta, Winnipeg, and parts of SK & BC.

From small towns to big cities. Fundraise for any reason & any season!

Yellowknife Gymnastics Club Fundraiser Raises $4.1K for Competition Season with BBQ Meats

Clubs, Gymnastics, Success Stories

Looking for ways to fund your gymnastics club travel costs? Find out how the Yellowknife Gymnastics Club fundraiser found success with TeamFund, raising thousands for competition season.

Tackling Costs: Airdrie Raiders Football Raises Over $5K with Food Fundraising

Clubs, Football, Success Stories

Raising funds for your football club? Airdrie Raiders Football raised over $5000 with food fundraising! Learn how your club can make tackling costs easier.