For club committees, coaches and parent volunteers
Raise more. Stress less. Run a cracking fun day.
Plain-English guides to fundraising for grassroots sports clubs, from raffles and sponsors to grants and a full club fun day, with the rules checked so your committee doesn't have to.
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Fundraising25 fundraising ideas for sports clubs
Events, regular income, sponsors, online giving and member ideas, with honest notes on effort, return and which rules apply.
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Fun daysHow to run a club fun day
A step-by-step plan from three months out to the day after: roles, layout, attractions, money and what to do if it rains.
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RulesRaffle and lottery rules for clubs
Which kind of raffle or lottery you're running, the limits that apply, who can buy tickets and the mistakes to avoid.
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RulesLicences, food and music for events
Temporary Event Notices, selling alcohol at a club event, food stalls, bake sale allergens and music licensing, in plain English.
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SafetyInflatables and rides safety
What to check before you hire a bouncy castle or fairground ride: paperwork, anchoring, wind, siting, supervision and insurance.
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GrantsGrants for sports clubs
National funds open to clubs, what your county Active Partnership can help with in Surrey, Hampshire, Sussex and Berkshire, and how to apply well.
Read the guide →Will your fun day make money?
Add your attractions, toilets and marquee, your entry price and expected crowd, and the planner shows your likely profit and how many visitors you need to break even.
Fun day suppliers
Need a bouncy castle, a few rides, a marquee or toilets for the car park? Browse fun day suppliers in Surrey, Hampshire, Sussex and Berkshire.