How St Patrick’s GFC Donagh successfully raised over £100,000 with help from ClubSpot Events

St Patrick’s GFC Donagh in Co. Fermanagh raised over £100,000 in twelve weeks through the Quid Game Fundraising Event, organised by ClubSpot Events. The funds raised were intended to further develop their club facilities for their current and future players. 

Key Objectives

St Patrick’s GFC Donagh had clear fundraising objectives:

• To generate essential funds to further develop their facilities and players.
• To create an enjoyable and engaging experience for both contestants and attendees that would be remembered. 
• To cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with sponsors and donors around the area. 

Solution

St Patrick’s GFC Donagh leveraged ClubSpot Events’ solutions to navigate their fundraising journey successfully:

• Seamless Communication: Enjoyed continuous and accessible communication with ClubSpot Events’ dedicated team, ensuring clarity, support, and timely updates throughout the event planning process.
• Tailored Event Planning: Received assistance in organising key event components, including player information call via Zoom. 
• Expert Event Management: Entrusted ClubSpot Events with the meticulous execution of the Quid Game Event, from staging, sound, videography to event scheduling and participant coordination.
• Personalised Support: ClubSpot Events contacted each contestant individually to offer assistance and advice, ensuring a personalised and supportive experience for all participants.
• Regular Committee Check-Ins: Provided ongoing support with multiple weekly check-ins, offering resources and assistance for continued success.
• Quid Game Event Resources: Provided a number of resources outlining the entire event process, from day one of planning to the execution on the event day.
• Graphic Design Expertise: Elevated promotional efforts with visually appealing graphic designs for tickets, posters, booklets, and promotional materials.

Results

The St Patrick’s GFC Donagh Quid Game Fundraising Event allowed the club to raise vital funds and achieve outlined key objectives: 

• Financial Success: Surpassed the ambitious fundraising target, generating over £100,000 in net revenue.
• Outstanding player fundraising efforts: Over £95,000 was raised in 12 weeks by the contestants, and an additional £38,000 raised by the club through business sponsorship.
• Innovative fundraising ideas: Clubs and individual contestants demonstrated remarkable fundraising efforts, reflecting a collective dedication to the success of the event.
• Immense Local Business Support: Local businesses rallied behind the cause, contributing substantial sponsorships to support the event.
• Seamless Event Execution: The club entrusted ClubSpot Events with event management responsibilities, allowing the committee to enjoy a flawlessly executed event night. 
• Unforgettable Experience for All: The event delivered was a resounding success, and provided a memorable and enjoyable night for contestants, audience members, and organisers alike.

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