High School Booster Clubs

Behind every successfully funded athletic program, there is usually an active and thriving booster club helping to pave the way. Without a properly running support branch, athletic departments and alumni would be forced to constantly operate and support under a dark cloud of uncertainty, debt and cutbacks. “Booster clubs are an essential part of not only the fundraising process, but also the community process,” said Brenham (Texas) High School booster club president, Cecil Meekins. “The effectiveness and efficiency of an enthusiastic booster club can provide an excellent vehicle for community involvement and a perfect way to offset the rising costs afflicting athletic departments across the country.” However, as Meekins warns, having an effective booster club is much more than monthly meetings and money drives. It is about teamwork, responsibility, accountability and awareness.