FUNDRAISING

Our fundraising committee are looking to raise in the region of £2m to fund the redevelopment, which will include the new purpose-built building, improved and enlarged grounds and access road, fittings, furniture and equipment. We will also be increasing the activity kit and boats to allow us to enlarge our general operation and some funding to help us over the first couple of years of operation when our income may not have caught up with our expenditure.

The Covid-19 pandemic meant we had to postpone the fundraising and building plans, however, the Trustees have agreed to re-start with a view to completing by Easter 2027. We are in the process of renewing our lease which should be completed by early 2026 and includes additional land to provide more land for storage and activities on site.

We are looking at a wide range of funding options, with the majority coming from grants from charitable trusts and foundations. We are also looking at some smaller scale fundraising that everyone can help with which are set out below. Could you organise a fundraising event at school or work for us – dress down Friday, coffee morning, collection bucket etc? Just call Phil on 07837 585798 to discuss.

EASYFUNDRAISING

Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for Phoenix Canoe Club with easyfundraising?

There are over 4,000 shops and sites on board ready to make a donation – including eBay, Argos, John Lewis, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S – and it won’t cost you a penny extra to help us raise funds.

All you need to do is:

1. Go to https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/phoenixcanoeclub/?utm_campaign=raise-more and join for free.

2. Every time you shop online, go to easyfundraising first to find the site you want and start shopping.

3. After you’ve checked out, the retailer will make a donation to Phoenix Canoe Club at no extra cost to you whatsoever!

There are no catches or hidden charges and Phoenix Canoe Club will be really grateful for your donations.

Thank you for your support.