Managing marching band fees and fundraising can often feel like juggling a million tasks at once. From collecting dues to coordinating travel expenses and fundraising efforts, staying on top of it all can be overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. In this post, we’re sharing 6 game-changing hacks that will not only simplify your fee collection but also supercharge your fundraising efforts. With Crowded’s easy-to-use digital tools, you’ll streamline payment processing, track finances in real-time, and make your fundraising efforts more efficient than ever—giving you more time to focus on what matters: making music and memories with your band! Let’s dive in.
1. Easily Collect Fees for Band Activities
Whether you’re collecting for monthly dues, travel expenses, or other activities like marching band t-shirts or group meals, Crowded allows you to collect payments with minimal effort.
- Create an online payment collection link in just 1 minute: Setting up your collection is quick and easy. Just pick the amount, name the collection (e.g., “Marching Band Dues” or “Travel Fund”), and share the link with your band members.
- Accept multiple payment methods: Crowded allows you to accept a variety of payment options such as debit and credit cards, ACH payments, checks, and even cash. Your members can pay however they prefer—making the payment process smooth and simple.
- No app download required: Your members don’t need to download anything to make a payment. They just click the link and checkout securely and quickly, reducing friction and ensuring more timely payments.
2. Track Payments and Manage Band Finances
With Crowded, you get a clear picture of your marching band’s financial health. Here’s how it helps you stay organized:
- Track progress of collections: See who has paid and who hasn’t with real-time tracking. You’ll always know where your collections stand.
- Send payment reminders: If a band member hasn’t paid yet, you can send automatic reminders through the Crowded app, reducing the need for follow-up emails or phone calls.
- Monitor cash flow: From dues to fundraising, you can track every transaction in one easy-to-use dashboard, so you’ll always know how much money you’ve raised and where it’s being spent.
3. Mobile Point-of-Sale (POS) for On-the-Go Payments
Need to collect payments at a band event or fundraiser? With Crowded’s mobile POS, you can process payments directly from your phone. Here’s how it works:
- Tap-to-pay convenience: Accept payments using Apple Pay, debit or credit cards, and more, with no app download needed. All transactions are secure and processed instantly.
- Instant deposit to your account: Once payments are processed, the funds go straight into your bank account, saving you the hassle of dealing with cash or checks.
- Perfect for fundraisers: Whether you’re selling marching band t-shirts, event tickets, or collecting donations for a fundraiser like a bake sale or car wash, Crowded makes it easy to collect payments on the spot.
4. Scale Your Band’s Fundraising with Ease
Crowded makes it simple to scale your fundraising efforts, whether you’re raising money for travel expenses, uniforms, or other needs. With Crowded, you can:
- Sell multiple items at once: Whether it’s event tickets, merchandise, or donations, customers can easily pay for multiple items in a single transaction—no need to separate each payment.
- Effortless fundraising: Create different collections for different purposes, such as band dues, fundraising events, or special expenses. This flexibility allows you to manage your band’s financial needs more effectively.
5. Spend with Crowded Banking and Budgeted Cards
Once you’ve collected payments, you need an easy way to manage and spend the funds. With Crowded Banking, you can:
- Issue digital or physical Visa® debit cards: Use the funds you’ve raised by issuing debit cards to band members or organizers, allowing them to make purchases directly from the band fund.
- Set budget limits and control spending: Keep track of expenses by setting limits on spending, giving you total control while ensuring that the money is used appropriately.
- Instantly add funds: You can easily add funds to your debit cards for band-related purchases, keeping everything organized within the same platform.
6. Get Started in Minutes
Crowded is easy to set up, so you can start collecting payments and managing your band’s finances right away. Here’s how to get started:
- Enter your band’s information: Provide basic details about your band and organization.
- Verification: Crowded will verify your identity and organizational info to ensure everything is secure.
- Start collecting payments: Once your account is set up, you can immediately begin collecting payments for dues, fundraising, and more!
Ready to Simplify Marching Band Fee Collection?
If you’re looking for an easier way to manage fees, track payments, and streamline your band’s fundraising efforts, Crowded is the solution. With no subscription fees, no minimum balances, and an intuitive, fully digital platform, you’ll have everything you need to maximize the financial success of your marching band.
Get started with Crowded today and turn your band’s financial management into a hassle-free, organized process!
