Staging a charity golf tournament is simple. Making it into an event that raises a ton of money requires careful planning.
More than one million golf tournaments devoted to charitable causes are held nationwide each year. The average tournament raises $5,000. Turning your tournament into a successful fundraiser begins with taking the right steps before the first golfer tees off.
Flesh out a plan
There’s no reason you can’t shoot for the stars when it comes to raising funds for a good cause. Decide how much money you need to raise and where it should be donated. Creating a fund-raising plan can boost the effectiveness of your tournament in filling its purpose.
It gives you a better idea of which sponsors you should target for your tournament. Soliciting sponsors is easier when they know what cause they are supporting. If it is a cause that aligns with the mission and values of their organization, chances for your tournament receiving a generous donation improve dramatically.
Recruit good volunteers
Once you line up sponsors, you want to make sure your tournament is high quality in every facet. Create a committee of competent volunteers who can run the tournament. Find volunteers who will take direction and are fully invested in your tournament’s cause. Reward them with networking opportunities, exposure, recognition, gifts and incentives for their efforts in bringing your tournament together.
Make it fun
The best way to retain sponsors from one year to the next is to create a tournament everyone can enjoy. Create a format that appeals to both beginning golfers and regular golfers. Offer quality prizes furnished by sponsors to encourage increased participation. Include additional games and contests to give as many people as possible a chance to join in on the fun.
PlayDriven can help you organize your next fundraising golf tournament. Our website is filled with ideas and resources designed to take your event to the next level.