Softball and all Cal High sports are self-funded. Without funding, we cannot have a program, as we must not only purchase our uniforms, equipment, and supplies, but must also pay for umpires, fees to play in tournaments, coach stipends, and more. In total, the program needs approximately $25,000 annually to operate, which is obtained through the combination of fundraising (~45%), player participation contributions (~45%), and school administration support (~10%), which includes Jump Start, Grizzly Madness, CAB, etc.
Since we only receive a small amount of financial support from school administration, we ask for a Participation Contribution from every family with a rostered Varsity or JV player, which generally ranges from $300-350 per player, but then must still fundraise at least $10,000 in addition to the administration support and these Participation Contributions, to help fund and operate the Cal High Softball program. We are always seeking other donation support to keep our softball program running each year, so if you are able to contribute extra, or know of family, friends, companies, or community leaders who are able and willing to provide financial support to Cal High Softball, please contact Coach Tony via email at calgrizzlysoftball@gmail.com.
Snap!Raise
Cal High Softball uses one primary fundraising program, implemented and managed by Snap!Raise, which is an online platform that helps generate critical funding needed for the softball program’s continued existence. Each year, immediately following the tryout and the selection of teams, our Snap!Raise partner joins the initial team meetings to help players understand and implement their program. Cal High Softball has partnered with Snap!Raise since the 2018 season and their program has helped us close the gap that remains after receipt of the administration support and the Participant Contributions received by the players’ families.