The entry fee should not be your only fundraising strategy. A strong charity tournament gives golfers and supporters several ways to contribute.
1. Sponsorship packages
Sell clear packages before event day. Sponsors can often generate significantly more incremental revenue than simply increasing the golfer entry fee.
2. Donations
Give people a way to support the cause even if they are not playing. This is especially important when your event is being shared on social media or through a larger organization.
3. Mulligans
Mulligans are simple, understandable, and easy to sell. Bundle them rather than forcing golfers to make multiple small purchases.
4. Raffle tickets
Raffles can work well when the prizes are compelling. Consider selling ticket bundles rather than 1 ticket at a time.
5. Closest to the pin
Turn a contest hole into a sponsor and fundraising opportunity.
6. Long drive
Another easy contest to sponsor and promote.
7. Putting contest
A putting contest can create additional activity before or after the round.
8. Event merchandise
Sell shirts, hats, polos, or other event products. Merchandise can raise money while also turning golfers into walking promotion for the organization.
9. Premium team packages
Offer a higher registration tier that includes extra benefits.
10. Sponsor funded prizes
Reduce your event expenses by having sponsors provide prizes or experiences.
Keep fundraising connected
Parfour helps organizations bring registration, donations, sponsorships, payments, and event activity into the same platform. That makes it much easier to understand the fundraiser as a whole rather than counting cash at the end of the night.