We're still collecting donations
On the 9th December 2024 we'd raised £571 with 28 supporters in 56 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.
Supporting the future of Northern Irish sailing
by RYA Northern Ireland in Newtownards, Ards and North Down, United Kingdom
Total raised £571
raised so far28
supportersWe aim to support the growth of sailing in Northern Ireland. Our projects help participants from a grassroots level, to elite performance.
by RYA Northern Ireland in Newtownards, Ards and North Down, United Kingdom
Who are we?
RYA Northern Ireland is the National Governing Body for sailing, boating and windsurfing in Northern Ireland.
Our programmes help the growth of these activities across the country from a grassroots level, to elite performers aspiring to reach The Olympic Games.
Why are we crowdfunding?
We're crowdfunding to help develop the sport of sailing in Northern Ireland
How we’ll spend the money raised
The money raised will go directly towards funding RYA Northern Ireland projects. These projects range from giving people the opportunity to sail for the first time, to helping elite athletes to realise Olympic dreams.
On top of this, any money made from the 50th Anniversary Raffle, will go towards funding the Individual Grant Award Programme. This will aid the development of an individual within the sport through funding courses, equipment and specialist training. We are particularly keen to support those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, those with a disability and women and girls. Funding will be prioritised to these groups but should not stop others applying if a specific need can be demonstrated.
Community impact
RYA projects such as Women On Water and Sailability have been instrumental in increasing the diversity of the Northern Irish sailing community. Year on year, our projects are seeing more people getting the opportunity to experience the joy of sailing.
How you can play your part
There are four simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.
1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!
2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.
3. Offer rewards. Get involved if you are a local business by donating things we can offer to our supporters. We will give you a shout out!
4. Fundraise for us. If you want to run your own fundraiser – maybe a sponsored activity or similar – use the 'contact project' button at the top of our page to let us know. Setting up your own page only takes a few minutes and you won’t need any bank details. Just a fun idea!
Rewards
This project offered rewards
£10 or more
Northern Ireland Sailing Team
The Northern Ireland sailing team supports performance sailors all across the country. By supporting it, you will help sailors progress through our junior and youth pathway programmes and realise their Olympic dreams.
£10 or more
Women On Water
Women On Water is an RYA Northern Ireland programme which helps to introduce women to sailing, and supports them as they become more involved in the sport. By supporting Women On Water programmes, you will help to make the Northern Irish sailing community more diverse.
£10 or more
Sailability
Sailing can be for everyone and Sailability means that people with varying disabilities can experience the sport. This could be racing or simply taking to the water for pure enjoyment.
£10 or more
Individual Grant Scheme
The Individual Grant Scheme that supports people where cost is a barrier to start, continue or progress in sailing, as a participant, coach, official or instructor.
£5 or more
Anniversary Dinner Raffle
Money raised will go towards a new Individual grant scheme, that will support people where cost is a barrier to start, continue or progress in sailing, as a participant, coach, official or instructor. Prizes from:
- E-Foiling experience
- Belfast Giants tickets
- Wing Foiling lesson
- 1 night stay at Room2
- 1 night Stay at the Brown Trout
- 1 on 1 Pilates session
- 1 night at Old Crawfordsburn Inn (inc. meal and spa)
- Musto Team GB kit