How Freehold Elite Gymnastics Raised $30,750
& Planted 3,000 Trees in a Month

See how 65 athletes turned a team fundraiser into a powerful reforestation mission,
supporting wildfire recovery efforts while funding their season with Plantd.

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$30,000+

Raised In
A Single Month

3,000

Trees
Planted

494

Tons of Co₂ To
Be Offset

8

Acres
Reforested

450+

Donors From One
Campaign

65%

Athlete
Participation Rate

About Freehold Elite Gymnastics

Freehold Elite Gymnastics is a competitive training center dedicated to developing young athletes through discipline, teamwork, and community involvement. Their gymnasts compete at regional and national levels while actively participating in meaningful causes that extend beyond the gym.

Industry:

Youth
Gymnastics

Team Size:

65 Athletes

Location:

Freehold,
New Jersey (USA)

Campaign Platform:

Plantd’s Tree-Planting
Fundraising

Use Case:

Team Fundraising +
Environmental Impact

The Challenge

A Fundraiser That Needed to Do More Than Just Raise Money Like many youth sports programs, Freehold Elite Gymnastics relied on traditional fundraisers to support training, competitions, and team activities. But these methods came with challenges:

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Time-consuming setup for coaches and parents.

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Limited excitement around product-based fundraisers.

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Difficulty tracking progress and engagement.

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Donors wanted purpose, not just products.

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Hard to showcase long-term impact beyond team expenses.

What Was At Risk?

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Fundraising fatigue among families.

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Missed donations from digital-first supporters.

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Lower engagement during peak season.

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Less community excitement around campaigns.

The team needed a modern, meaningful, and motivating way to raise funds, something that athletes, parents, and supporters could feel proud of.

A Digital Fundraiser That Powered
Athletes & Reforestation

Freehold Elite Gymnastics partnered with Plantd to launch a team-wide tree-planting
fundraiser that was easy to run, easy to share, and inspiring to support.

How Plantd Powered
the Entire Fundraising Experience?

Athlete Fundraising
Pages

Each gymnast received a personal campaign page to share their story and fundraising goal. Supporters could instantly see how their donation translated into trees planted.

QR Code +
Custom Links

Athletes shared their pages using QR codes, text messages, and social media links, making it easy for friends and family to donate anytime, anywhere.

Real-Time
Impact

Coaches, athletes, and donors could clearly see the impact they were making through funds raised, trees planted, and acres reforested, bringing their collective efforts to life in a meaningful and tangible way.

Transparent Donor
Experience

Every donation revealed the meaningful environmental impact it created, inspiring continued support and stronger contributions.

Ongoing Backend
Support

Plantd handled setup, messaging, promotional visuals, and provided ongoing performance insights to maintain campaign momentum.

The Results

A Win for the Team and the Planet

Campaign
Performance

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$30,750 raised in one month

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460 Donors

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$64.87 average donation

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65 athletes participated

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65% participation rate

Environmental
Impact

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3,000 trees planted

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494 tons of CO₂ projected to be offset

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8 acres reforested in verified global projects

Program
Impact

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Coaches saved hours on logistics

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Parents felt proud supporting a meaningful cause

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Athletes had a story that inspired donations

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The entire gym rallied around a shared mission

What Coaches and Parents Say

“Working with Plantd was a game-changer for our fundraising efforts. Our team not only hit our financial goals faster than we ever thought possible, but we also planted 5,000 trees in the process! The Plantd team provided clear, step-by-step guidance and kept us informed every step of the way, our parents and players loved seeing exactly how their support was making a difference. Knowing we could raise the funds we needed while also contributing to a greener future made our entire community proud to be part of this effort.”

Head Coach

As a parent, I was so impressed with how simple it was for my child to set up his fundraising page. He was able to personalize his page in minutes, and sharing the link with friends and family was a breeze! Thanks to the easy process and everyone’s support, he went beyond his initial fundraising goal. It felt great to know we were not only helping his team, but also making a positive impact on the environment at the same time!”

Lisa

"Plantd made fundraising effortless and enjoyable for our team. The leaderboard feature created a fun, competitive atmosphere that motivated our athletes, while the built-in green initiative resonated deeply with our community. The platform’s ease of use, combined with Plantd’s excellent support, allowed us to surpass our fundraising goals without the usual hassles of product-based fundraising. Knowing that our efforts also contributed to planting thousands of trees made the experience even more rewarding!"

Assistant Coach

"Fundraising has never been this simple! Setting up my child’s page took just a few minutes, and with Plantd’s shareable links and marketing tools, we were able to reach friends, family, and even local businesses effortlessly. The transparency of the process, from tracking donations to seeing the environmental impact, made it an incredible experience. We’re so grateful for a fundraising platform that truly makes a difference!"

Jackie

"Raising money for my team with Plantd was such an exciting experience! The leaderboard kept me motivated, and seeing messages of encouragement from my supporters on my fundraising page made it even more special. It was amazing to know that every dollar raised not only helped my team but also contributed to a greener planet. I would definitely use Plantd again for future fundraisers!"

Kayla

What’s Next for the Team?

Freehold Elite Gymnastics proved that fundraisers don’t have to feel outdated or transactional. When purpose is built into the campaign, engagement rises and support lasts longer.

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Expanding Plantd campaigns across more teams

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Making tree-planting a seasonal or annual tradition

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Using dashboards & milestones to celebrate impact throughout the year

When people see real, measurable impact, both athletic and environmental, they show up.

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