A custom hat and patch bar for booster clubs, PTAs, and school teams, plus custom merch for auction baskets and raffle prizes.
Your families have bought enough cookie dough and raffle tickets. With Kappy Co., fans design their own spirit hat on the spot using your school colors, mascot, and team patches. They get something they'll wear to every game, and your club raises money doing it.
Quick Facts
- Service: Custom hat and patch bar fundraisers for booster clubs and school groups
- Based in: East Austin, Texas
- Service area: Texas and nationwide
- Custom school patches: Team logo, mascot, and school colors available with 4+ weeks lead time
- Ways to fundraise: Fee plus a share of sales, pre-purchased inventory, or an event add-on
- Custom merch for auctions: Pre-order custom hats, bandanas, and accessories, shipped anywhere in the US
- Products: Trucker hats, bandanas, bags, and apparel
- Recommended booking window: Four or more weeks before your event
Three Ways to Fundraise With Kappy Co.
We’ll recommend the best fit based on your event, your crowd, and your goals.
1
Fee plus a share of sales
Your club pays a set fee for us to run the hat bar, and a portion of every sale goes to your fundraiser. Simple to set up, with no inventory for your club to manage.
2
Pre-purchased inventory
Your club pre-buys custom hats or merch, and guests pay to personalize it on site. Your club keeps the proceeds from the customization.
3
Event add-on
We set up as an attraction at your auction or gala and run our own sales. It gives guests something to do between bidding, keeps them at the event longer, and helps your auction perform better.
Built for These Groups and Events
Athletic booster clubs
Football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, and every team in between.
Band, cheer, dance, and spirit groups
Custom patches for your program, not just the school.
PTAs and PTOs
A family-friendly fundraiser that works for students, parents, and teachers.
Homecoming and spirit week
Give students and alumni a custom piece of school spirit for the biggest week of the year.
Senior night and team banquets
Players design keepsake hats with their number, team name, and graduation year.
Tailgates and home games
Set up where fans already gather and raise money during the game.
Custom Merch for Auction Baskets and Raffle Prizes
Not every fundraiser needs us on site. Many clubs pre-order custom embroidered hats, bandanas, and accessories with their logo or mascot, then use them as auction items, raffle prizes, or spirit baskets.
How it works: You pre-buy, we design and produce, and we ship anywhere in the US. We can also build a complete custom merch basket with you.
Works well for:
- Silent auction items
- Raffle prize baskets
- Spirit baskets for homecoming or senior night
- Sponsor thank-you gifts
- Team or coach gifts
The clubs we’ve worked with have raised strong returns on these, because custom gear with a school logo sells for well above its cost when the room is full of fans.
Why Booster Clubs Choose Kappy Co.
Fans get something they'll wear.
- No volunteer overload.
Our team runs the station from setup to breakdown. Your volunteers don't have to learn anything new.
- It's an activity, not a sales pitch.
Families come to the station because it's fun, and the fundraising happens along the way.
- Every hat builds school spirit.
Your colors and mascot on hundreds of hats in the stands.
- Built by a company that gives back.
A portion of every Kappy Co. purchase supports local causes and community initiatives.
Hat Bar Fundraiser vs. Traditional Fundraisers
Catalog and Bake Sales
Kappy Co. Hat Bar
What families get
Items they may not want
A custom hat they designed
Volunteer effort
Order forms, collection, delivery
Our team runs the station
Flexibility
One format only
Three fundraising models, plus shipped merch
Visibility
Happens behind the scenes
Live at the game, where fans are
School spirit
Minimal
Your colors and logo worn at every game
Works without us on site
No
Yes, with pre-ordered auction merch
Corporate Partners
How It Works
01
Tell us about your fundraiser
Share your school, event date, expected attendance, and fundraising goal.
02
Get a custom proposal
We'll send a proposal with custom patch designs, product options, and how much your club earns per sale.
03
We show up and run it
Our team sets up, helps every fan design their hat, and breaks down. Your club collects the funds.
Where We Travel
Kappy Co. is based in East Austin and works with schools and booster clubs throughout the Austin area, across Texas, and nationwide.
Our Austin studio is located at 3000 E Cesar Chavez St, Suite 100, Austin, TX.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a hat bar fundraiser make money for a booster club?
Fans purchase a hat and customize it at the station, and [confirm: your club receives $X per hat or X% of total sales]. Kappy Co. handles the products, staffing, and setup, so your club doesn't need to buy inventory or manage sales.
How much can our booster club raise?
Most booster clubs can raise hundreds or thousands per event, depending on attendance and how many hats are sold. We'll help you estimate your results based on your expected crowd.
Can you make patches with our school logo and mascot?
Yes. We create custom patches with your school logo, mascot, colors, or team name, with about four of lead time. Many schools require approval to use their logo, so we recommend confirming with your athletic director or administration first.
What events work best for a hat bar fundraiser?
Home games, tailgates, homecoming, senior night, spirit week, team banquets, and back-to-school events all work well. The best events have steady foot traffic and time for fans to stop and design.
Is it a good fundraiser for kids and families?
Yes. Designing a hat is simple and hands-on, so it works for students, younger siblings, parents, and alumni.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking at least 4-6 weeks ahead, and earlier for homecoming and fall football season, when dates fill quickly.
Do you work with groups outside of Austin?
Yes. Kappy Co. travels for events across Texas and books fundraisers nationwide. Travel details are included in your custom quote.
Can we sell custom hats without hosting a live event?
Kappy offers pre-order spirit hats or kits.
What are the ways to fundraise with Kappy Co.?
There are three ways to fundraise with Kappy Co. First, your club pays a set fee for us to run the hat bar and a portion of every sale goes to your fundraiser. Second, your club pre-buys custom inventory and guests pay to personalize it on site. Third, we set up as an add-on attraction at your auction or gala, where we keep our sales and your guests stay longer and keep bidding. We’ll recommend the best fit for your event.
Can we use custom merch for auction baskets?
Yes. Clubs pre-order custom embroidered hats, bandanas, and accessories with their logo or mascot for auction items and raffle baskets, and we can build a complete custom merch basket with you. You pre-buy, we produce and ship, and the clubs we’ve worked with have raised strong money this way.
How does a hat bar fundraiser work?
A hat bar fundraiser is a pop-up station at your game, tailgate, auction, or school event where guests buy a hat and customize it with patches, including custom patches with your school logo or mascot. Kappy Co. brings the hats, patches, equipment, and a trained team to run the station from setup through breakdown.
There are three ways to structure the fundraising:
- Fee plus a share of sales. Your club pays a set fee for us to run the bar, and a portion of every sale goes to your fundraiser.
- Pre-purchased inventory. Your club pre-buys custom hats or merch, and guests pay to personalize it on site. Your club keeps the customization proceeds.
- Event add-on. We set up as an attraction at your auction or gala and run our own sales. Your club doesn’t take a share, but guests stay longer and keep bidding, which helps your auction perform better.
Clubs can also pre-order custom embroidered hats, bandanas, and accessories for auction baskets and raffle prizes, shipped anywhere in the US, with no on-site event required.
We’ll recommend the best fit based on your event type, expected attendance, and fundraising goal.
Ready to Plan Your Fundraiser?
Tell us about your school, your event, and your goal, and we'll build a fundraiser proposal around it.
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