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!
Get Started to Receive Your Cheque!
(we are excited to meet you!)
TeamFund offers easy and profitable food fundraisers for all types of groups.
Our fundraisers are repeatable: Groups often return twice a year for a dependable fundraising campaign.
Organizers love that we handle all the online sales, reporting, and logistics.
Parents and supporters love high-quality, practical products to fill their freezers.
No goal is too big or too small; fundraise for any season and any reason!
What’s next?
Choose Your Fundraiser
*fundraiser availability differs by region.
Choosing your fundraiser is the first step of the journey!
Our Bacon Fundraiser is a small-town favourite offering three types of 100% fresh Canadian bacon.
Our BBQ Meat Fundraiser offers a variety of meats for your next BBQ!
Our Fill Your Freezer provides a variety of hand-picked grocery staples: chicken, burgers, perogies, desserts, and more. Get ready to stock up and raise more!
CALGARY ONLY FUNDRAISERS*
*Available in Calgary & Area Only (+ Bow River Meats available in Banff & Canmore).
General Delivery Deadlines (2024/25)
Choose Your Fundraising Timeline
Sell for about 3-4 weeks and get orders delivered ~ 10 days later!
Sign up in advance to secure a delivery date that works best for you. You can sign up months in advance, so don’t be afraid to start planning early.
To maximize sales and profits results: Choose a delivery date just before a long weekend, so buyers can stock up for hosting!
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:
A School
An Arena
Vacant Parking Lot
Community Centre
Your Home*
*Home Deliveries are subject to review for accessibility for our large trucks. Sign up to find out more!
The Basics
- TeamFund offers online food fundraisers that lasts about four weeks.
- We sell things like fresh bacon, burgers, steaks, and more, depending on your area.
- All orders are placed online, and we accept Visa, MC and Visa debit—no need to collect order forms and payments. (See all the fundraising options we have here)
- Groups earn a portion of each sale as profit-average profits are about 20% for each item sold.
- Your sellers (parents and members) register to join the fundraiser, where they can place orders and invite their supporters to buy from them. We keep track of sales and profits per seller.
- We deliver all the orders to your chosen location: only sellers will show up to gather their orders and their supporter’s orders; sellers then distribute their orders to their sellers. (See if we deliver to you here)
- We pay your profits in one lump sum after the delivery is over. We pay via e-transfer or cheque format.
- Parents love it, you’ll raise a lot and people need to eat: 80% of groups return within 6 months-so let’s do this again with you soon.
Since 2013, we’ve been helping groups in Alberta, parts of BC, part of Saskatchewan, Winnipeg, NWT and YT raise funds online with food.
We LOVE what we do!
Ready to Get Started?
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.
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?We deliver your orders at a pre-determined date, time, and location.
There are no pickups, regardless of how much your group sells.
Please note that order minimums will be required for free delivery and are outlined below:
- 50 items or $75 delivery fee for Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg
- 100 items or $100 delivery fee for Out-of-Town fundraisers
Most groups sell anywhere from 75 – 400 boxes!
Click here to find complete details, including delivery locations and order minimums.
- Payments and Fees
- How does our group get paid?You can get a mailed cheque or transfer after the delivery process.
Note that we also require your feedback form to be filled out so we can pay you quicker.
To update your preferences, log in to your dashboard and click FUNDRAISER DETAILS.
Scroll until you see the profit details and choose which method you prefer. DON’T FORGET TO CLICK UPDATE AT THE BOTTOM!
We payout 1-4 days after your final delivery and update the system with the date we mailed it off.
- 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 get paid by our suppliers, meaning your profits, in the end, are yours.
*We do have a $2 flat-rate processing fee for each order placed.
*We do not pass along Paypal fees.
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!
Banded Peak School Raises Over $8K with Food Fundraising for Student Learning
Friends of Banded Peak parent council has raised over $8K in 3 years for student learning tools and field trips with food fundraising for Banded Peak School.
Calgary Gymnastics Centre Raises $12K with Local Food Fundraisers
Calgary Gymnastics Centre has raised over $12K by partnering with TeamFund. Parents can stock up on easy meals for busy nights and earn an average of 20% back.
Cascade Swimming Raises Over $14K for Individual Athlete Accounts
Cascade Swimming has raised over $14K since 2021 by filling their freezers and earning an average of 20% back for individual swimmer accounts at the same time!
St Marys Music Raises Over $1900 for Students with Food Fundraising
St. Marys Music Foundation was able to raise $1900 for their music students with a Fill Your Freezer food fundraiser. Your music group can do it too!
Banded Peak School Raises Over $2800 for Cross Country Ski Equipment
Friends of Banded Peak raised over $2800 to help fund cross country ski equipment for their school in Bragg Creek, Alberta. Raise more with food fundraisers.
Arbour Lake School Raises Over $1900 with Spolumbo’s for Sailing Trip
Arbour Lake School raised over $1800 for their sailing trip with a Spolumbo’s fundraiser. Learn how your school can raise funds for extracurriculars with food.
For more success stories and recent campaigns, you can visit our Testimonials, Facebook, Instagram, or Google Reviews.
Check Out Our Blog
For more helpful tips when planning, running, and promoting your fundraiser!
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Choosing the Best Food Fundraiser: Bacon vs. Fill Your Freezer
Bacon Fundraiser or Fill Your Freezer? Learn how to choose the best food fundraiser for your group with TeamFund to maximize results.
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Food Safety & Handling: From Delivery to Your Freezer!
Food safety guidelines for picking up your food from a TeamFund fundraiser and safely storing your delicious fundraising products.