Treasurer Report

Mission
To be wise stewards of all fundraising dollars, so that we can continue to cover the financial gaps.

2024/2025 Year in Review
At the beginning of the year we were unsure what to expect. We had new leadership in almost every position and some HUGE shoes to fill. But one the school year started we were off and running. And who new it was going to be the best year in a long time--exceeding our budgeted goal by more than $23,000! Here's how we financially ended up for each key department. (Final treasurer report)

• Concessions: This is always our largest fundraiser. It's why we constantly nag/beg for participation. But there's a reason. Our concessions program pays for school uniforms, concussion testing and HUDL software to name a few. This year, thanks to some smart moves from our Concessions Chair, Julie Higgins, we beat budget by $19k (on +$48K income, -$23K expenses). This is despite our expenses for aging or missing equipment.
  
  Some decisions that lead to increased success included.... 

  1. 1. 1. • Solicited students participation via zone, athletic and speciality centers, which allowed us to be open for more games and serve more people

           • Engaged corporations to solicit volunteers from their organizations, allowing us to staff weekend events and tournaments. 

           • Streamlined expenses by using technology and strategic shopping

           • Harnessed more parents and families for staffing so we could run dual concessions (stadium and baseball fields).

• Sports passes: (We were down this year, and will be looking into why.) When you buy a sports pass from GoFan, that money goes directly to our athletic boosters program. 

• Membership: This year we decided to launch a $5 membership program. This brought in more than $500. 

  1. 1. 1. • Yard signs: made nearly $300 in a very short timeframe

• Reduced administrative costs by $1K (It's about being wise with the money!)

• Catch the Tiger Spirit exceeded budget, but it's goal is to spend what we make! 

If you would like to participate in our concessions program -- or on the executive board, please reach out to JRTAthleticboosters@gmail.com.