West Pennine Netball Club, based in Blackburn, recently raised an impressive £2,068 using Spond Superdraw, far surpassing their initial target of £500. The club’s experience demonstrates how Spond’s tools for sports club fundraising (and for groups) can deliver outstanding results with minimal effort. West Pennine achieved success through effective promotion, community engagement, and the simplicity of the Spond Superdraw platform.
Aiming for Success in Sports Club Fundraising
Fundraising plays a critical role in sustaining the activities of grassroots sports clubs like West Pennine. The club, founded in 2009, provides high-quality netball coaching and development opportunities for girls from age six and upwards. Over the years, the club has expanded its reach, bringing more young players into the sport and achieving national recognition through Silver CAPS accreditation, which highlights their commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all players.
Despite the club’s success on the court, fundraising had always been a challenge. Limited volunteer capacity and time mean that finding easy and effective ways to raise funds is a priority. When West Pennine came across Spond Superdraw, it seemed like the perfect solution.
Anne Wignall, Head Coach and Volunteer Coordinator, said: “We don’t typically do much fundraising, but we’d seen other clubs use Spond Superdraw with great success. We decided to give it a go, and it turned out to be incredibly easy to set up and run.”
Surpassing Fundraising Targets
West Pennine initially set a modest fundraising target of £500, not expecting to raise much more. However, through a combination of effective promotion and the inherent ease of Spond’s platform, the club managed to raise over £2,000—far exceeding expectations.
The club promoted the Superdraw fundraiser via posts and messages in the Spond app, as well as on their club’s Facebook page. This multi-channel approach to sports club fundraising ensured that all club members and supporters were informed and had an easy way to participate.
Anne explained: “We didn’t want to overwhelm members with high expectations, so we asked everyone to sell what they could. Offering a prize for the top entry seller created some friendly competition among the players, which definitely helped boost sales.”
Impact of the Funds Raised
The funds raised through Spond Superdraw have made a tangible difference to West Pennine’s operations. The money has been used to subsidise league entry fees, support a hardship fund for players facing financial difficulties, and contribute to the club’s seasonal events, such as their Christmas and end-of-season celebrations.
Anne commented: “The extra funds have been a huge help. We’re able to support our players in ways we couldn’t before, which has made a big difference, especially when it comes to making netball accessible for all.”
Looking Ahead to Future Fundraising
Given the overwhelming success of their first Superdraw, West Pennine Netball Club is already planning their next sports club fundraising effort using Spond’s Spot the Ball tool. They are confident that the simplicity and effectiveness of the Spond platform will help them achieve similar results.
Sports Club Fundraising Success for West Pennine
West Pennine Netball Club’s positive experience with Spond Superdraw highlights the effectiveness of the platform for sports club fundraising. With minimal effort, the club was able to raise over £2,000, which has significantly benefited their players and club activities.
If your you’re looking for a group or sports club fundraising solution, Spond Superdraw is a simple and effective way to raise funds. For Spond app users, Spot the Ball is also a great tool to help you achieve your fundraising goals.
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