The power of clubs and groups
Sport clubs, golf clubs, hobby societies and community groups across Kent already raise significant sums for us each year. Whether it's a full year as Charity of the Year or a single fundraising event, club fundraising is one of the most impactful ways to support carers in Kent.
Types of club fundraising
Charity of the Year
Choose us as your club's nominated charity for 12 months. You'll set a goal (however modest), run events across the year, and at the end present a cheque. It's a wonderful way for clubs to give back to the local community.
Captain's Charity (Golf Clubs)
Club captains often choose a charity for their year. If you're an incoming captain or know one, nominating Crossroads Care Kent means your efforts directly support carers in the county. We regularly work with golf clubs on captain's days, am-am events, and tournament collections.
Sport Club Fundraisers
- Sponsored matches, tournaments and friendlies
- End-of-season charity events
- Fun runs, cycle rides and walks
- Team challenges (e.g. 100 miles in a month)
- Kit sales, auctions and raffles
Hobby & Community Groups
WIs, Rotary, Lions, gardening clubs, book clubs, choirs, amateur dramatic societies — any group can choose to fundraise for us, however they like.
How we support clubs
- Talks and presentations — a member of our team can come and share the story of carers we support
- Fundraising pack with posters, leaflets, and donation materials
- Collection tins and card readers for events
- Certificate of thanks for Charity of the Year partnerships
- Promotion on our website and social media
- Attendance at key events where possible
Why clubs choose Crossroads Care Kent
- Local impact — we support carers across the entire county, so members can see where funds go
- Every member knows a carer — 1 in 10 people in Kent has caring responsibilities
- We can tell real stories — from young carers at our clubs to family carers getting vital respite
- We're a flexible partner — happy to fit around your club's calendar
How to nominate us
- Raise it at your next committee meeting — we can provide a short briefing document to circulate
- Invite us to present — a member of our team can give a short talk about our work and what your support would achieve
- Take a vote — most clubs have a formal process for choosing their charity
- Let us know — once confirmed, we'll work with you to plan the year ahead
Frequently asked questions
Can we split our Charity of the Year between two charities? Many clubs do this. We're happy to share the year or alternate with another charity.
Do you provide speakers for events? Yes — we're always happy to come and talk about our work. A short presentation can help members understand where their money goes and motivates further fundraising.
Can our members volunteer as well as fundraise? Absolutely. Some club members become regular volunteers with us — it's a wonderful way to combine practical support with fundraising. Visit our volunteering page for more.
What reporting will we get? We'll provide a formal thank you, a certificate of partnership, and a summary of what your fundraising achieved for carers in Kent.
Is your club looking for a charity to support? Email our fundraising team — we'd love to hear from you.