Running a local football club, nursery, or children’s group is incredibly rewarding — but it comes with ongoing costs.
Football kits wear out.
Training equipment needs replacing.
Play toys break or become outdated.
Outdoor areas need improving.
And while parents and supporters want to help, constantly asking for donations or filling in funding forms can feel uncomfortable, time-consuming, and frustrating.
Fortunately, there is a far simpler and more effective way for established community groups to raise funds regularly, without paperwork, pressure, or upfront costs.
The Real Challenge: Ongoing Costs Need Ongoing Fundraising
Most clubs and nurseries don’t need money just once.
They need funding:
- every season for kits and uniforms
- regularly for sports and play equipment
- periodically for toys, learning resources, or safety upgrades
- occasionally for larger items like goals or outdoor play areas
Grants can help, but they:
- take time to apply for
- are never guaranteed
- often restrict how money can be used
- add reporting and admin work
And repeatedly asking the same parents for donations can quickly lead to donor fatigue.
Why Asking for Donations Often Feels Uncomfortable
Many organisers quietly say:
- “Parents already pay subs or fees”
- “We don’t want to keep asking”
- “It feels awkward chasing people”
- “The admin puts volunteers off”
Even when people want to support you, how you ask matters.
That’s why many clubs and nurseries are now turning to online raffles instead.
Why Raffles Work Better for Established Groups
Raffles are familiar, fair, and optional.
They work because they:
- don’t pressure anyone
- give supporters something in return
- are easy for busy parents
- can run monthly, termly, or seasonally
- quietly raise funds in the background
When run online, raffles become even more powerful.
What Many Groups Miss: The Hidden Value of Online Raffles
Here’s the part many organisations don’t realise at first — but it’s one of the most valuable benefits.
When someone buys a raffle ticket online, they usually provide their email address.
That means over time, your organisation naturally builds a supporter database of people who have already chosen to support you.
These aren’t random contacts.
They are proven supporters.
As each raffle runs, your list grows. You inform past supporters of new Raffles, as well as gain new supporters. Bring more success.
Why a Supporter Email List Is “Worth Its Weight in Gold”
An email list allows your organisation to:
- notify past supporters about future raffles
- share news and updates
- promote upcoming events
- raise funds faster each time
Instead of starting from zero every time, each new raffle begins with a ready-made audience.
That gives future fundraising a huge head start.
Why This Doesn’t Feel Like Pestering People
The key is spacing raffles sensibly.
When raffles are:
- run at reasonable intervals
- clearly explained
- focused on specific goals (kits, toys, equipment)
Supporters don’t feel pressured — they feel included.
In fact, many appreciate being kept informed and given the option to support again.
This is how online fundraising develops real momentum.
What Can Be Funded with Ongoing Raffle Income?
Clubs and nurseries commonly use raffle income for:
- new football kits and team colours
- training balls, cones, goals, and nets
- indoor and outdoor play equipment
- sensory toys and learning resources
- storage units and safety improvements
- end-of-season treats and celebrations
Instead of reacting to problems, raffle income allows groups to plan ahead.
A Modern Online Raffle System That Grows With You
Traditional raffles used to mean:
- printed tickets
- handling cash
- chasing people
- hours of admin
Modern online raffles remove all of that.
Supporters enter online.
Payments are handled securely.
Everything is tracked automatically.
And importantly — your supporter list grows with every raffle.
How Raffle Page Supports Clubs and Nurseries
Raffle Page was designed specifically for established community organisations such as:
- children’s football clubs
- nurseries and pre-schools
- youth groups
- sports and activity clubs
- family-focused community organisations
What it provides:
- Free setup — no upfront costs
- Your own branded raffle page
- Ongoing fundraising, not one-off campaigns
- Supporter email capture as part of the process
- Admin handled for you, saving time and stress
Any running costs are covered from a small portion of ticket sales, making it an efficient and sustainable way to fundraise without financial risk.
Fundraising That Becomes Stronger Over Time
The biggest advantage of online raffles isn’t just the money raised today.
It’s that:
- each raffle builds your supporter base
- each future raffle raises funds faster
- your organisation becomes more resilient
- fundraising stops feeling stressful
This is fundraising with legs — designed to grow, not restart every time.
Final Thought
If your club or nursery is established and supporting children and families, you deserve a fundraising system that:
- fits around what you already do
- doesn’t rely on awkward requests
- builds long-term support
- uses modern internet tools properly
Online raffles, done well, don’t just raise funds —
they build a community of supporters that grows stronger over time.