FAQs

Who does FNL support?
FNL provides support exclusively to New Level Baseball and Softball players and their families.

Does FNL charge for membership?
No. Instead of traditional membership dues, FNL collects a 5% fee from funds raised through donations, fundraisers, or sponsorships.

When does FNL collect the 5%?
FNL applies a 5% deduction to every transaction, including funds from sponsorships, fundraising, donations, and events. The only exception is when transferring funds from other booster organizations to FNL.

What is the 5% used for?
The 5% collected by FNL helps fund scholarships and cover operational expenses. These funds directly support New Level players and their families by helping offset costs associated with playing select baseball and softball. This includes providing additional development and instructional opportunities for players, enhancing team resources, and improving access to the national level. Our goal is to make the game more accessible while giving every player the chance to reach their full potential.

Can I make a personal donation to my own child or team/teammates for a tax deduction?
No. The IRS strictly prohibits donations intended for personal tax benefit. However, if you own a business, your business can make a donation in accordance with FNL policies and IRS regulations.

How do we get checks or funds to FNL?
Please do not send funds without first completing a deposit form or emailing support@familiesofnewlevel.com.

Accepted methods:

  • Meet in person: Available at the New Level Facility

  • Mail: Families of New Level, C/O Amie Gundstrom, 7306 109th St Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98373

  • Venmo: Include the player name/team name in the memo

  • Electronic Transfer: Email support@familiesofnewlevel.com for account setup and required documentation

We will make every reasonable effort to identify funds received without proper documentation. Funds that are not identified within 90 calendar days of receipt will be forfeited to the FNL general fund and used at the sole discretion of the FNL board.

When sending funds for deposit, what needs to be included?

  • Player Funds: Include the player’s full name, team, and contact information.

  • Team Funds: Include the team’s full name, coach’s full name, and contact information.

If the related Funds Request Form isn’t available, please email support@familiesofnewlevel.com and include your contact information with the payment.

What happens if funds are received without indicating the team, player, or purpose?
FNL will make every reasonable effort to identify funds that arrive without proper documentation. Any funds not identified within 90 calendar days of receipt will be forfeited to the FNL general fund and used at the sole discretion of the FNL board.

How do we pay for registration fees for NL using our Player’s FNL account?
It is the responsibility of parents/players to request funds from FNL to cover their player’s registration fees with New Level. Please complete a Fund Request Form—available on the homepage or as a printable version on our Forms page—and submit it to FNL.

Do our funds need to be used in the same season?
(Season is defined as September – August)

  • Team Funds: Yes. Funds earned by a team should be used during the same season. If a team requests a rollover to the next season, an additional 10% fee will be applied to FNL.

  • Player Funds: No. Player funds can carry over as long as the player remains with New Level. Once a player ages out or leaves New Level for any reason, they may request a “cash out” to close their FNL account. A 25% fee will be applied to FNL, and an additional 25% fee will go to the player’s team.