High school sports programs require time commitments from students, parents and coaches. They also require funding to cover costs for equipment and uniforms, travel and end-of-the-year banquets. To help cover the financial gap, many programs launch fundraisers throughout the year.

Just the other day I was asked by a high school football player if I was interested in purchasing a community coupon card. That sale reminded me of wrapping paper. My youth soccer and softball programs in Stillwater sold rolls annually. In fact, my latest birthday present from my mother came wrapped in said wrapping paper — still stockpiled over a decade later.

Then a coworker told me about their team’s mattress sale … and I was intrigued.

What are the most unique and creative fundraisers teams across Minnesota have used? Past or present, I want to know which fundraisers have stood the test of time and immortalized themselves as classics.

We’ve provided questions below to help us learn your fundraiser favorites that left an impact. Whether it’s from blanket sales, to cookie dough, to a 5K or beyond, let us know.

Send your responses to Alicia.Tipcke@startribune.com and we’ll compile a list where you can read about all the creative events from across the state.

Your responses may be used in my story and I may contact you for an interview.

• What does your program or school do for fundraising its sports teams?
• What is the most unique high school athletics fundraiser you have seen?
• What is your favorite type of fundraiser? Why?