The home of football crowdfunding

Hundreds of grassroots football clubs have used Crowdfunder to run successful football club funding campaigns. Engage your fan base and start a football crowdfunding project today.

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Making a difference in football with crowdfunding

Setting up a project is quick and easy and our platform will guide you through the process. Plus we're here every step of the way through your crowdfunding journey with free webinars and resources.

We have over £10 million available in match funding grants for local football clubs, charities and voluntary organisations. Your grassroots football crowdfunding project could be eligible to receive a pledge of up to £15,000 from partners including Sport England to take your football crowdfunding to the next level.

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£15,000 extra

Sport England: Movement Fund

Grant funding to improve physical activity opportunities for your community.

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£15,000 extra

Sport Wales: A Place for Sport

Sports clubs or community organisations developing for the benefit of the community.

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Funding coming soon

SNI: Creating Opportunities Fund

Connect communities to enable more people to take part in sport and physical activity

Why try football crowdfunding?

  • Raise funds to upgrade club equipment
  • 400+ football clubs supported
  • Over 50k supporters of football clubs
  • More than £10 million in +Extra funding
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Football crowdfunding success stories

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Crickhowell FC

+Extra funding: £4,000

In May 2024, Crickhowell FC successfully raised £10,410 from 124 supporters on Crowdfunder, including £4,000 from +Extra funding partner Sport Wales “A Place For Sport” fund.

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York RI AFC

+Extra funding: +£6,000

York RI AFC project achieved their initial target and went on to raise £26,662 from 210 members of the community. This included £6,000 in funding from Sport England: Places and Spaces.

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Salford Red Devils

Total invested: £363,770

On June 5, 2023, a collective effort saw the Salford Red Devils successfully raise an impressive £363,770 with the support of 1290 investors in just 42 days.

How crowdfunding works

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Set up your page

Create your page in minutes - tell your story, explain your plans and set your fundraising target.

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Spread the word

Tell everyone you know about your project - friends, colleagues and others in your community can all help.

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Help and support

We’re here with a dedicated Knowledge Hub to help you get the absolute best out of your crowdfunder.

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Get funded

Your supporters can donate or pledge money in return for tempting rewards once your project succeeds.

Ready to launch a football crowdfunding project?

Launch a football crowdfunding project today to feel the support of the crowd behind you. Raising funding for football clubs can be challenging, but online crowdfunding allows you to raise money while giving back to your community.

Access £millions in +Extra funding

Easy and quick to set up

Engage community support easily

Allow fundraisers on your behalf

Ability to offer rewards

Collect monthly donations

Access to free guides and support

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Football crowdfunding FAQs

How does crowdfunding for football projects work?

Crowdfunding for community projects couldn’t be easier with Crowdfunder. Simply create your profile and let your supporters fund your cause. Our community fundraising platform lets you put your project in front of a bigger crowd, outside of your local network. Promote your campaign to more people, as well as public sector and corporate organisations.


How do I set up a football crowdfunding page?

It’s really easy to start crowdfunding for your cause with Crowdfunder:

  • Create your crowdfunding profile
  • Tell your story - add photos and videos to your profile to show people why you’re fundraising
  • Apply for +Extra funding to boost your fundraising
  • Offer rewards or set up a prize draw to give back to your crowd

What are the benefits of raising football club funding with Crowdfunder?

The benefits of crowdfunding football club projects include:

  • Raise more money for your club
  • Boost awareness of your football crowdfunding project
  • Build an engaged community of fans and supporters
  • Give back to your loyal fans to thank them for their support
  • Get detailed reports and insights into your fundraiser via your Crowdfunder dashboard

Who can set up a football crowdfunding project? 

English Football League teams and grassroots clubs alike can choose to set up a crowdfunder to raise football club funding. You might need to raise money to refurbish your ground, get a new kit, invest in more training for players, or even support an individual team member in need. 


How is crowdfunding for football clubs paid out?

The money you raise via your football crowdfunding project will be paid into the bank account linked to your Crowdfunder profile within 7 working days of your fundraiser ending.


Is my football crowdfunding project eligible for a match funding grant?

Grassroots teams with a football crowdfunding page may be eligible for match funding grants via our +Extra funding scheme. We have regional and national public sector, corporate and local authority partners across the UK, including Sport England. Each match funding partner will pledge a different sum to boost your fundraising total, depending on your eligibility. Check the individual criteria of each fund to see if you’re eligible to apply. 


Can I offer rewards to supporters of my football crowdfunding campaign?

Yes, you can give back to your fans and supporters by offering rewards and prize draws as part of your football crowdfunding project. Examples of rewards to offer include signed shirts or balls, luxury hampers, or a chance to train with your team. This can be a great way to engage your crowd, raise funds, and thank people for their support.

The best crowdfunding platform for sports

No matter what sport you’re fundraising for, our platform makes it easy to rally support and secure the funding you need. Whether you're upgrading facilities, purchasing new equipment, or covering travel costs, crowdfunding is a powerful way to bring your community together and raise the funds you need.

Hundreds of sports clubs have already raised funds successfully and benefited from +Extra funding from our trusted sport partners. Get inspired by their success stories or find out more about crowdfunding for your sports club.

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