Colorado School of Mines Club Sports
RISE Fundraiser
Codes must be used at check out for sales to allocate.
General Overview
The RISE Fundraiser helps Mines Club Sports teams earn money for their programs by referring people to purchase:
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The Athletic Advantage (evidence-based performance book)
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Coaching sessions through Altitude Advantage Performance Coaching (AAPC)
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Altitude Advantage merch
Team Earnings:
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20% of all book and coaching session sales
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5% of all merch sales
Every purchase supports your team’s growth, recovery, and performance.
Team Challenges and Rewards
Fall 2025 – Soft Launch Incentives
Celebrate school spirit, creativity, and leadership through the RISE Fundraiser.
Complete these campus challenges to earn cash rewards and training bonuses for your team.
1. Presidential Power Play - $130+ - CLAIMED BY WOMEN'S RUGBY
Challenge: Get President Paul C. Johnson (PCJ) to purchase The Athletic Advantage using your team’s coupon code.
If your team can also convince him to post about it on Instagram, explaining how Club Sports (not just your team) earns money through each purchase, you’ll earn a bonus. Must Tag @Altitude_Advantage_Coaching
Rewards:
+100% donation of his purchase to your team for a confirmed PCJ purchase. (up to $200)
+$100 donation if he posts on Instagram promoting the #RISEfundraiser.
(First Team Only)
2. Blaster Book Drop - $75
Challenge: Get Blaster the Mascot to do a photo shoot with The Athletic Advantage, post it on Instagram, and tag @Altitude_Advantage_Coaching. First team to post with their code, about the fundraiser, about the book, gets the pay out.
The post must be approved by Altitude Advantage prior to posting and follow all RISE guidelines and AAPC Code of Conduct.
Reward:
+$75 donation to your team’s fundraising total.
3. Spirit Squad Showdown - 4 x $50
Challenge:
Create a team hype video or reel featuring your athletes and The Athletic Advantage.
Entries must be posted by April 19, 2026.
Rewards:
+$50 for the video with the most Instagram shares.
+$50 for the video with the most TikTok shares.
+$50 for the Best Overall Hype Video (judged by Altitude Advantage and CSC).
+$50 for the Best RISE Value Demonstration – show how your team RISEs your sports community through teamwork, leadership, or service.
Rules:
-Must have total shares ≥ 100% of your team roster size to qualify.
-Can be a single video or reel reposted across platforms.
-The post must be approved by Altitude Advantage prior to posting and follow all RISE guidelines and AAPC Code of Conduct.
-Tag: @Altitutde_Advantage_Coaching on Insta
4. Elevation Challenge
Challenge:
Have the highest percentage of your roster personally purchase The Athletic Advantage using your team’s coupon code.
Must reach at least 33% of your team to qualify.
Reward:
2 free one-hour training sessions (Prevention, Recovery, or Mental Performance Training) with Altitude Advantage.
Proof:
Verified through RISE sales tracking sheet.
Proof Submission Summary
Instagram: Tag @Altitude_Advantage_Coaching in your posts.
TikTok & Other Platforms: Email links or screenshots to abeattie@altitudeadvantagecoaching.com
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Deadline for Entries: December 20, 2025 (Fall Semester Soft Launch).
General Notes
All cash bonuses are donated directly to the team’s RISE fundraising total.
Rewards are first-come, first-verified.
Teams may complete multiple challenges.
Winners will be announced publicly on Altitude Advantage and Mines Club Sports social media pages.
RISE Fundraising Tips & Tricks
Make the most of your referral code.
-Who to Contact
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Old Coaches & Trainers – Send them your code and let them know this supports your team directly.
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Assistant Coaches / Staff – Ask them to share your code with their peers. One code = many sales.
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Old Teammates – Even if they’re not at school anymore, they still support you.
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Family & Relatives – Parents, grandparents, cousins, and family friends are always proud to help.
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Community Connections – Neighbors, family friends, church/club groups, or local businesses.
-Smart Strategies
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Bundle Sales: If coaches/staff are buying, encourage them to grab one for assistants or staff.
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Network Effect: Ask supporters to forward your code to their network (ex: “Hey, can you send this to 2 other coaches you know?”).
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Social Media: Post your Canva graphic on Instagram, Facebook, or team group chats. Add a short message like:
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“Support [TEAM NAME] by getting The Athletic Advantage! 20% goes straight to our team. Use our code: [TEAMCODE]”
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Game Day Tables: If allowed, set up a table with a QR code during your games or tournaments.
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Team Goals: Work as a group. Ex: “If each of us sells 2 books, we hit 60+ sales!”
-Quick Wins
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Share the QR code or link in group texts for fastest results.
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Reach out personally (text or DM) instead of only posting on social media. Personal messages get 3x more responses.
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Remind buyers that books and coaching sessions are also an investment in their athlete’s future — not just a fundraiser.
Contact your team's fundraising chair for social media resources.