Sports funding and crowdfunding

Helping your sports club raise more

Fundraise for your sports club and access match funding from leading sports partners like Sport England, Sport Wales, and Sport Northern Ireland.

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Get match funding from sports grants

With over £10 million in match funding, plus free webinars and expert resources, we’re here to help you crowdfund successfully and keep your community thriving.

Hundreds of sports clubs have already raised money through crowdfunding and unlocked match funding from our trusted sport partners. Discover their success stories and see what’s possible. Whether you’re upgrading facilities, buying new equipment, or covering travel expenses, sports crowdfunding is a powerful way to unite your community and secure the funds you need.

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Why sports clubs crowdfund

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Crowdfunding helps sports organisations feel more financially secure.

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Sports clubs build a network of engaged supporters through crowdfunding.

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Crowdfunding opens doors to new partnerships and collaborations for sports clubs.

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Running a sports crowdfunding projects significantly improves fundraising skills.

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New to crowdfunding? Read our blog to discover how your sports club can unlock more than just sports funding.

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How sports crowdfunding works

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Set up your page

Be open about your situation, your passion, and what support means for your clubs future.

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Add exciting rewards

Give people rewards they’ll love: game tickets, merch, naming a seat, or behind-the-scenes tours.

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Promote everywhere

Spread the word through socials, email, posters and press. Make supporters feel part of your journey.

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Get funded

Collect donations, apply for match funding, thank supporters, and build momentum.

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How sport matched funding can help you raise more on Crowdfunder

Sports match funding is an easy way to raise extra money for your campaign by getting grants from corporate or public sector organisations, foundations, or trust funds. They’ll pledge to top up your fundraising total with extra money, or they may agree to donate a certain amount for every £1 you raise.

With match funding, you could receive a cash boost to take you beyond your original fundraising goal. Our matched crowdfunding partners include bodies like Sport England, as well as corporate organisations and local authorities across the UK. Get started to boost your fundraising pot with match funding grants.

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Who is eligible for a sports match funding boost?

Each match fund has its own criteria, so check this before applying. Please note that personal causes and prize draws are not currently eligible for match funding.

Eligible groups for match funding include:

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Starting a sports crowdfunding project is quick and easy, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Choose an option below, and we’ll guide you to the best route for your sports fundraising goals.

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We have over £10 million in match funding for eligible sports clubs:

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Other fundraising options

If you're not applying for match funding, we have other fundraising options:

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Sports funding FAQs

How do I set up a sports crowdfunding project page?

It’s really easy to start crowdfunding for sports-related causes 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 match funding to boost your fundraising
  • Offer rewards or set up a prize draw to give back to your crowd
How does crowdfunding for sports clubs work?

Fundraising for sports clubs is easy with Crowdfunder; simply create your profile and let your supporters donate to your cause. Crowdfunding for sports projects lets you take your fundraising outside of your local area and long-time fans, as you promote your cause to more people. Your crowdfunding supporters may include total strangers, as well as corporate and public sector organisations.

What are the benefits of crowdfunding for sports teams?

The benefits of crowdfunding for sports clubs include:

  • Raise more money for your cause
  • Boost awareness of your fundraiser
  • Build an engaged community of supporters
  • Give back to your crowd to thank them for their support
  • Get detailed reports and insights into your fundraiser via your Crowdfunder dashboard
Who can set up a sports crowdfunding project?

Both individuals and teams can set up a sports crowdfunding page with Crowdfunder. Individual athletes can create a profile to raise money to help them get to a competition, or for new equipment they need. Meanwhile, online fundraising for sports teams can help small clubs in need of a sponsor to raise funds for new kits or other equipment. Sports crowdfunding projects can also be set up by larger clubs that want to save their ground or improve their facilities.

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

Athletes and clubs with a sports crowdfunding page can apply for match funding grants via our match Funding scheme. We have a range of regional and national public sector, local authority and corporate partners across the UK, including the likes of Sport England. Each partner will pledge a different sum to boost your fundraising. Check the individual criteria of each match fund to see if you’re eligible to apply.

Can I offer rewards to supporters of my sports crowdfunding project?

Yes, you can offer rewards and prize draws to supporters of your sports crowdfunding project. If you’ve got a prize available, this can be a great way to give back to your crowd, thanking them for their support. Find out more about what can be offered as a reward.

How is sports crowdfunding money paid out?

Crowdfunder lets you choose weekly or monthly payouts when you set up your project. If you do not wish to receive funds until a later date, you can choose to manually start payouts from your dashboard after your project goes live. Please note all funds go through a 7 day clearing period before they are eligible to payout.

Interested in become a sport funding partner?

Want to support grassroots sports clubs, local community venues and empower movement across the UK? Become a match funding partner to support communities to become happier and healthier.

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