Grassroots Gain Ground With Funds: More Than £3m Generated Through Gatherwell Lotteries
National Governing Bodies (NGBs) in the UK grapple with persistent funding challenges despite government push for physical activity. A game-changing solution by UK-based lottery provider Gatherwell is reshaping the fundraising landscape for NGBs and their affiliated clubs. With more than £3m generated, from grassroots to professional levels, Gatherwell empowers sports clubs to collaborate with their members on income generation and fundraising efforts.
Gatherwell has helped numerous organisations across various sports raise funds to support their operations. England Boxing’s GRAB lottery has rallied over 200 boxing clubs, channelling funds raised toward vital equipment and aiding clubs in mitigating surging energy expenses. 37 disability riding clubs are fundraising through Gatherwell’s platform, covering horse stabling costs to enrich experiences for individuals with disabilities. Almost 500 football clubs are utilising the platform to uphold their facilities and foster emerging talent.
Collaboration is at the heart of Gatherwell’s approach. NGBs can equip their membership base with a simple and cost-effective fundraising tool, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for financial wellbeing. This strengthens the bond between NGBs and their members, creating a more unified sporting community.
Gatherwell’s platform empowers clubs to leverage the support of their followers and local community for fundraising purposes. Every participating club can establish a dedicated lottery page, enabling them to directly reach their local community and initiate targeted fundraising efforts. Gatherwell sources the prizes and handles all the payments and admin resulting in far less work for club officials or volunteers allowing them to focus on the sport itself. This localised approach taps into the passion of existing supporters and potentially attracts new ones, significantly expanding the reach of fundraising campaigns.
The benefits of lotteries extend beyond the initial efforts, resulting in sustainable ongoing fundraising. Gatherwell’s subscription-based model ensures a predictable income stream for clubs. This financial stability allows clubs to move beyond the constant scramble for funds, enabling them to focus on core activities that foster the development of their sport.
Up to 63% of lottery proceeds are directly allocated to NGBs and participating clubs, nearly double the industry average. Weekly jackpot prizes of £25,000 add excitement for participants and encourage ticket sales. This ultimately translates into substantial resources that can be reinvested into the sport, improving facilities, supporting development programs.
Gatherwell promotes inclusive participation. Affordable weekly tickets (starting from £1) ensure that everyone can contribute to the cause. This allows fans of all financial backgrounds to demonstrate their support and contribute to the continued success of their favourite sports clubs.
Find out more about starting a lottery with Gatherwell today and start fundraising.
