The League’s clubs have been urged to sign up to look into one way of getting funding for their improvement projects – starting as soon as next week.
“Crowd Funding is the Sport England route to match funding grants now,” explained County Development Officer Pauline Wilson, who is encouraging club officials to look into it.
“There’s another chance to attend a free online course for your club – so why not sit at home and listen to how it works? You just sign up using the link (Crowdfunder Sports: Train the Trainer).
“The next ‘Crowdfund Sport: Train the Trainer’ event will be held on Tuesday 5th December 12 noon to 1.30pm) and would be really beneficial for anyone involved in club development and funding.”
The session will incorporate live discussion, video content and activities including an introduction to Crowd Funding, how to plan a project and running a campaign.
Meanwhile, Bridgnorth BC is setting the example for other Mid Shropshire clubs to follow when it comes to raising funds during the closed season.
They have signed up for ‘easyfundraisng’ and benefited to the tune of £157 this year, with £30 of that in the past month.
The sport’s governing body, the British Crown Green Bowling Association, has partnered with easyfundraising, which turns everyday online shopping into free donations for clubs.
“You first need to register your club for free (at easyfundraising.org.uk/crown-green-bowls) and then encourage your members and their families to sign up to support your club,” said a spokesperson.
“When you are ready to shop online, first go to the easyfundraising website or app, and then you can shop as normal at over 6,000 retailers. The retailer will then send a percentage donation to your club at no extra cost on a regular basis.”
Pauline Wilson added: “It costs the club and the individual nothing – it really is a no brainer and couldn’t be easier!”