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No question: parents and teachers play a defining role in shaping a young person’s life. But let’s not forget about the coaches — especially on National Coaches Day October 6.
U.S. Olympic soccer gold medalist Julie Foudy once said that sports not only build better athletes, but also better people. She should know. The lessons learned in athletic competition translate perfectly to all aspects of life. That’s because nearly all of the traits we associate as “positive” in other people play a crucial role in sports as well. Confidence. Communication. Teamwork. We won’t succeed on the field, in the office, or at home without them. The world’s best coaches, from Little League all the way to the World Cup, exemplify this winning tradition.
FlipGive
Here at National Today, we are thrilled to partner with FlipGive to bring you National Coaches Day in both the U.S. and Canada on October 6. The free app, launched in 2016, has transformed the way youth sports teams across North America raise money. FlipGive has devised partnerships with hundreds of national brands to provide cash back from purchases made through its platform. That way, teams earn money when they shop with their favorite brands for groceries, gas, clothes, equipment, meals out, travel and more.
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“We have only scratched the surface of what is possible in the world of team sport and club fundraising,” says FlipGive co-founder and CEO Mark Bachman. So far over 35,000 teams and clubs have used the app to raise $20 million through everyday purchases at favorite retailers and restaurants. The list include Apple, Under Armour, Walmart, Home Depot, Nike, and Buffalo Wild Wings.
FlipGive makes the process simple with these three steps:
- Create your team (see $20 bonus offer below)
- Invite your teammates
- Shop (either in store or online)
You can also earn by using FlipGive to plan team events and even accept donations.
The Search for FlipGive’s “Coaches of the Year”
Who’s America’s best youth coach? Perhaps she (or he) is coaching your team! FlipGive’s on a mission to find the three top coaches who (literally) go the extra mile to help their players succeed on and off the field. Do you know one who’s not only a role model, but cultivates a love of the game within each player? Submit the nomination form between October 6 and October 20. Create a glowing description of your coach in 250 words or less. FlipGive will award the winner $1,000 for their team!
FlipGive bonus offer
The app includes a special deal for National Coaches Day: If you sign up and create a team now, you’ll receive a $20 bonus. Read on to learn more about all the ways FlipGive can help your team and, most importantly, your kids!
