When it comes to raising funds for a club, there are dozens of tried and true options. Whether your club wants to raise funds for renting a clubhouse or donating to another cause, those in the community usually schedule a few fundraising events throughout the year. Though they’re always centered around a good cause, some are more memorable than others.   

In fact, it can be a little grueling to figure out how to raise money and not bore attendees. For this reason, a good old-fashioned party usually gets the job done. But when it comes to crafting a thoughtful, fun, and impactful fundraising experience, you might need to dig a little bit deeper. 

If you’re looking for ideas that will take your biker club fundraisers to the next level, then take a few shortcuts with this list. We’ve got some of the best ideas out there for UK based biker clubs.

Poker Runs

Hosting a good old-fashioned poker tournament is a great way to please attendees and get a spirit of competition going. Millions worldwide access Texas Hold'em on virtual platforms, where they can play in table games and tournaments. In fact, online play is a popular way to get started with poker, as it's not hard to find advice on improving home game results, memorizing hand rankings, and even entering official competitions online. But the poker run is a little bit different to classic online play. 

The poker run involves elements of a scavenger hunt. Club members will ride to various locations where they’re tasked with finding hidden cards. Once they’ve got a hand, they return to base where they’ll compare their hand’s ranking to others in the group. This is a great event when it comes to bringing various clubs together, as it can be arranged as an individual or team competition.

Simulation Races

Poker is a game many are familiar with—but what about a more digitized game? If your club has access to a simulation setup, then there’s no better fundraising event than a simulation race. Simulations usually focus on F1, rally, or MotoGP. If you’re club is more flexible, you can pit riders together in a game like MotoGP 23 or even head to places like London’s F1 Arcade.

But if you want a more homegrown experience, that’s okay, too. You can find games like DriveClub Bikes straight from a PC. This game is considered one of the most realistic motorcycle riding games on the market, allowing you to take on other members while also raising money for the club.    

Mini Moto Show

If poker and riding simulations aren’t your thing, then consider a classic option like a mini moto show. Once again, this a great option for multi-club fundraising efforts, as it allows members to show off their rides. It’s also a bit easier to arrange, as moto shows are usually more casual than competitive poker runs or simulation races. 

That being said, you will need to find a café or a club that has plenty of room. Similarly, you’ll still need to work with food and drink vendors to make sure guests don’t leave hungry. Aside from that, you can expect a long day of passionate chatter and getting to check out flashy bikes. Just try to pepper in a few events, like a raffle and bike washes. This offers you a chance to give the event structure and earn a few more pounds.

Quizzes & Trivia Events

So far, we’ve counted down three complex types of fundraisers that any club can take on. Still, they do require a lot of time, effort, and even funding to get off the ground. If you’re low on time and energy, then keep things simple with a quiz or trivia event.

These can take place straight from a clubhouse or a beloved haunt. All that’s left to do is figure out what sorts of topics you want to quiz attendees on—motorcycle topics are obviously a favorite. Don’t forget to include a few top prizes for the winners of the trivia event. If there’s a large event coming up, whether something like Cheltenham or an event like the BAFTAs, consider framing the quiz around that topic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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