How Killeshandra GAA gathered immense community support and raised €200,000+, with help from ClubSpot Events

Introduction

Killeshandra Leaguers GAA, a small community club based in West Cavan, recently enlisted the help of ClubSpot Events to produce their largest fundraising event in many years, the Quid Game Fundraising Event. The funds raised from this event were going towards the modernisation of their current club rooms and the development of a new gym at their grounds, in Packie Devlin Park.

Key Objectives

Killeshandra GAA had clear fundraising objectives, and sought to include other county clubs as much as possible:

• To generate essential funds for the progress of the club and facilities.
• Create an enjoyable and engaging experience for both contestants and attendees.
• Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with sponsors, donors, and participating clubs.

Solution

Killeshandra GAA 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 meticulous assistance in organising key event components, including launch night, game rehearsals, and overall event logistics.
• 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.
• Strategic Recruitment Planning: Leveraging ClubSpot Event’s expertise to overcome contestant recruitment challenges through strategic planning.
• Quid Game Event Playbook: Provided a comprehensive playbook 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 Killeshandra GAA 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 €200,000 in gross revenue.
• Outstanding player fundraising efforts: Over €180,000 was raised by the contestants, which surpassed initial expectations.
• Innovative fundraising ideas: Clubs and individual contestants demonstrated remarkable fundraising efforts, reflecting a collective dedication to the success of the event.
• Community Connection: The event strengthened community bonds and bolstered the club’s standing within Killeshandra through an engaging and memorable event experience.
• Strong 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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