Our fundraising dollars go straight into our own personal account to use toward our fees. For fundraising, we do raffle tickets for prizes such as an iPad, spa treatments, cash, etc. I find that to be the most successful and easy fundraiser. We also do the dreaded candy bar fundraiser, but I don't bother with that one. We also sold a discount card that could be used at various local establishments. To answer your other question, I believe our coaches travel expenses are included in our competition fees. I just learned that this year, never knew that!