£15,000 extra
Sport England: Movement Fund
Grant funding to improve physical activity opportunities for your community.
The home of rugby crowdfunding
Hundreds of grassroots rugby clubs have used Crowdfunder to run successful rugby crowdfunding projects. Launch your project today and apply for rugby funding grants.
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Making a difference in rugby 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 rugby clubs, charities and voluntary organisations. Your grassroots rugby crowdfunding project could be eligible to receive a pledge of up to £15,000 from partners including Sport England to take your rugby crowdfunding to the next level.
£15,000 extra
Sport Wales: A Place for Sport
Sports clubs or community organisations developing for the benefit of the community.
Funding coming soon
SNI: Creating Opportunities Fund
Connect communities to enable more people to take part in sport and physical activity
Why try rugby crowdfunding?
- Raise funds to upgrade club equipment
- Access to free webinars and resources
- Engage your community to support your club
- Get up to £15,000 in +Extra funding
Rugby crowdfunding success stories
Hartlepool rugby club's drainage for pitch resilience
Hartlepool Rugby and Football Club launched a fundraiser to dramatically improve the playing surfaces which flood every autumn and winter. They successfully raised £11,259 including a boost of +Extra funding from Sport England.
Waunarlwydd Rugby Club clubhouse refurbishment
Waunarlwydd Rugby Club ran a rugby fundraiser to decorate, equip and furnish their new state of the art clubhouse for it's members and local community. They exceeded their target with the help of £20,000 in +Extra funding.
Strabane RFC Tackle Like a Girl Initiative
Strabane RFC raised the funds for a new 20-week introduction to rugby programme for girls in their community. They successfully raised £10,005 with an +Extra funding boost from Sport Northern Ireland.
How crowdfunding works
Set up your page
Create your page in minutes - tell your story, explain your plans and set your fundraising target.
Spread the word
Tell everyone you know about your project - friends, colleagues and others in your community can all help.
Help and support
We’re here with a dedicated Knowledge Hub to help you get the absolute best out of your crowdfunder.
Get funded
Your supporters can donate or pledge money in return for tempting rewards once your project succeeds.
Rugby clubs that successfully crowdfunded
Birkenhead Park Bounce Back from Covid Appeal
Since mid-March, Birkenhead Park has lost over £100,000 of income due to cancelled events. So,...
HHRFC Clubhouse Project
To raise the funds needed to deliver the approved construction plans and build a new multi-sport...
Hull Ionians Needs Your Help!
Hull Ionians RUFC are seeking to raise money to save the club from the effects of the COVID-19...
Stockport Rugby Club "Kick back at Covid" Campaign
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a stop to Rugby and all social events at our club that ordinarily...
Old Brodleians' Project90
In our 90th season our aim is to help the Brods bounce back stronger than ever following a year...
Wetherby Rugby Club tackles the pandemic
Our aim is simple - to provide the best rugby facilities for local children & adults. We want a...
Friends of Doncaster Rugby
Doncaster RFC is inviting Friends of the Club to offer contributions to help bridge the...
Teignmouth Rugby Football Club Triple Crown Appeal
TEIGNMOUTH RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB TRIPLE CROWN APPEAL - TO HELP OUR CLUB SURVIVE DURING THE PANDEMIC.
Ready to launch a crowdfunding project?
Launch a rugby crowdfunding project today to feel the support of the crowd behind you. Raising funding for rugby 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
Dedicated support team onhand
Excitement with prize draws
Rugby crowdfunding FAQs
How does crowdfunding for rugby 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 rugby 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 rugby club funding with Crowdfunder?
The benefits of crowdfunding rugby club projects include:
- Raise more money for your club
- Boost awareness of your rugby 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 rugby crowdfunding project?
Crowdfunding is a great way for grassroots rugby clubs to raise vital funding, and anyone’s welcome to set up a project. Coaches, players and parents can run a fundraiser via our easy-to-use online platform. Crowdfund to secure a new coach, fund training ground refurbishments, or raise money for a new kit or sponsor. You can also set up a personal crowdfunder to support an individual team member in a time of need.
How is crowdfunding for rugby clubs paid out?
The money that you raise via your rugby crowdfunder will be paid into the bank account linked to your profile within 7 working days of the end of your project.
Is my rugby crowdfunding project eligible for a match funding grant?
Check out our current match funds to see if your rugby crowdfunding project could be eligible for a boost via our +Extra funding scheme. You could be awarded up to £15,000 in extra rugby funding from one of our partners, which include leading organisations like Sport England and Sport Wales. Read the criteria of each fund carefully to check your eligibility before applying.
Can I offer rewards to supporters of my rugby crowdfunding campaign?
Yes, Crowdfunder makes it easy for you to give back to the supporters of your rugby crowdfunding project. Offer rewards or run a prize draw to create more excitement, engage your supporters, and raise more money.
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.