Easy Fundraising for Soccer Tours

Kickstart your soccer tour with our simple fundraising program, offering great opportunities to raise funds and make your international journey possible.

Fundraising

Tampa Bay Rays Fundraising Program

The Rays offer a special fundraising opportunity for 501(c)(3) organizations. Your team can purchase discounted tickets for select games and resell them at face value, keeping the difference as profit. They also provide promotional materials to help you market the event. mlb.com

Tampa Bay Rowdies Donations

The Rowdies support local nonprofits by donating merchandise and game tickets for fundraising events. You can submit a request through their online form. rowdiessoccer.combuschgardens.com+1rowdiessoccer.com+1

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Community Ticket Program

The Buccaneers host select groups from nonprofit organizations at home games through their Community Ticket Program. While not a direct fundraiser, it’s a great way to engage your team and supporters. buccaneers.com

Levy Restaurants

  • Operates in venues like Raymond James Stadium (home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and USF Bulls).
  • Nonprofits can volunteer as a group and earn $500–$1,000+ per event.
  • https://www.levyrestaurants.com

Sponsor-a-Player Campaign​

  • How it works: Set a donation goal per player (e.g., $500 for travel) and create personal donation pages (using platforms like Givebutter, GoFundMe, or Snap!Raise).
  • Tip: Include what the funds will cover—flights, hotels, meals—so donors see the impact.
  • Add-on: Offer handwritten thank-you notes or postcards from the tournament.
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Corporate & Local Business Sponsorships

  • Offer:
    • Logo placement on team banner or jerseys
    • Social media shoutouts
    • Logo on travel t-shirts or website
  • Tip: Create a sponsorship tier sheet (e.g., $250 = name on banner, $500 = jersey patch).

Team Yard Sale (or Gear Swap)

  • Collect donations from families and community members.
  • Sell used sports gear, clothes, furniture, etc.
  • Bonus: Include a bake sale and donation jar.
  • Pro: No upfront costs, and you can raise a few hundred to over $1,000 in a weekend.

Airbnb Weekend Raffle or Travel Package

  • Find a donor or partner willing to provide a weekend stay, event tickets, or a travel voucher.
  • Sell raffle tickets ($10–$20 each).
  • Pro: One good prize can bring in hundreds or thousands in ticket sales

Car Washes

  • Find a local gas station or school that will allow for a team car wash to collect donations

Ready to get started?

Complete and send in your group booking form and per traveler deposits for your group’s tour. Appoint one contact person who will distribute collect all ticket stubs. Email us their name and contact details.

Tour Examples

Argentina – Buenos Aires

Day 1: Departure

Your journey begins! Depart from your home country and get ready for an exciting soccer adventure in Argentina.

Day 2: Arrival Sightseeing in Buenos Aires

Welcome to Buenos Aires! Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the city's rich culture with a guided sightseeing tour covering historic landmarks, bustling plazas, and stunning

Day 3: Puerto Madero Tour, Community Service

Start the day exploring the modern waterfront district of Puerto Madero. In the afternoon, give back to the community with a local service project before stepping

Day 4: La Boca, Boca Juniors Stadium

Experience the vibrant streets of La Boca, home to colorful buildings, street performers, and the iconic Boca Juniors Stadium. In the evening, opt for an unforgettable.

Day 5: Shopping at Calle Florida & Evening Match

Enjoy a shopping day at Calle Florida, a bustling pedestrian street filled with local boutiques and souvenirs. In the evening, test your skills in another friendly match against a local club.

Day 6: Club Experience Training, Stadium

Start the day exploring the modern waterfront district of Puerto Madero. In the afternoon, give back to the community with a local service project before stepping

Day 7: Recoleta District, Evita Tomb & Evening

Explore the elegant Recoleta district, visit the famous Evita Perón tomb, and soak in Argentina’s history. Later, enjoy another competitive game under the city lights.

Experience the Game Globally

World Soccer Tours is offering teams that travel the opportunity to try something a little different when it comes to fundraising to help offset the costs of your international soccer trip. We understand fundraising can be frustrating and time consuming, so that’s why we’ve partnered up with FlipGive to help make it easier. Put simply, your team raises money by shopping online with popular brands.  To get started, create a fundraiser for your team on pitours.flipgive.com and use the built in tools to share your fundraiser with family and friends, encouraging them to shop online from top brands like Under Armour, Nike, Applebee’s, and more. For every purchase they make, your team earns up to 50% cash back. Also, with FlipGive, you can run your fundraiser all season long and withdraw the money you raise whenever you need it.