10 club fundraising ideas for Irish sports clubs

Every club needs money for jerseys, equipment, pitch hire and away trips. Here are ten fundraising ideas that work for underage and adult teams – with the effort and return for each.

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1. Personalised squad shields

Families design a player shield for their child and the club adds a fundraising amount to each one. Low effort, and parents get something they want.

2. Spot the Ball

A classic, now digital: share one link, parents pick squares and pay by card. The winner is drawn automatically.

3. Score Squares on the big match

Perfect for county finals and internationals – the final score decides the winning square.

4. Duck Race

Sponsor a duck, watch the race live on your phone. Great for family days.

5. Table quiz

Book a local pub, get prizes donated and charge per table. Reliable, but needs volunteers on the night.

6. Bag packing

Ask your local supermarket for a date. Good return, but you need lots of helpers in jerseys.

7. Sponsored walk or run

Simple to organise and good for the community. Use an online sponsorship page.

8. Club lotto

Steady weekly income, but needs a permit and regular admin.

9. Race night

Sell horses, sponsor races and run a bar. Big night out, big effort.

10. Jersey and gear sponsorship

Approach local businesses to sponsor kits, bibs or the scoreboard.

Which should you choose?

Mix one big event a year with low-effort online ideas like squad shields and fundraiser games that run in the background.

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