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Keep rowing affordable and accessible

Participating in rowing offers numerous benefits, but it comes with a price.

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Rowing offers a wealth of physical and mental health benefits

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Rowing cultivates teamwork, team spirit, and camaraderie

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Average annual spend is $1,089 per participant

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Extra for training, travel, and competition fees

Source: Jumpstart

A FlipGive fundraiser for your rowing team or crew can play a pivotal role in extending kids' involvement and passion for the sport, while contributing to their physical, mental, and social development.

How it works

Once you start a rowing fundraiser with FlipGive, earning money for your crew is easy as 1, 2, 3. 

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1. Shop or dine

Buy gift cards to pay for purchases or meals, or shop online.

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2. Earn funds

You'll earn funds for your program with every purchase.

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3. Your team wins!

Use or distribute the funds to meet your rowing team’s fundraising goals. 

Earn cashback from hundreds of brands

We connect brands with thousands of teams and schools. In return, they share a portion of each purchase to help lower your costs.

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Rowing teams love earning with FlipGive

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Earn up to 5x more than other rowing fundraisers

The highest-earning sports group on FlipGive earned $9,327 in 2025.

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Easy earnings on everyday purchases

Raise money just by shopping and dining as usual. Adding FlipGive to your shopping routine means less reliance on time and labour-intensive fundraising efforts. 

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Flexible, free programs with no restrictions

FlipGive is free to join—no commitment, minimums, or fees. Plus, your crew keeps 100% of the earnings, and you can use the funds however you like. 

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Unlimited earning potential for all your rowing team’s needs

Many families earn hundreds each year. Put that money towards whatever your team needs—regatta fees, travel expenses, equipment—you name it. 

 

Estimate one household’s annual impact for your rowing team.

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Year-round earning without the effort

Families can buy gift cards or shop online 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring ongoing support for your rowing team—even during the off-season. 

 “We have multiple families with more than one kid in our rowing club, and their expenses rack up quickly. FlipGive has made a huge difference in making their participation more affordable, and I know it does the same for so many other families. It’s such an easy way to offset expenses and keep kids involved in our program.” 

Rob, fundraises for a junior rowing club 

No-limit rowing fundraising means more money for:

Competition

Competition fees

Travel

Travel expenses

Uniform

Uniforms and equipment

Coaching

Coaching fees

Rentals

Rentals and maintenance

Other rowing fundraising ideas

Rowing requires dedication, teamwork, and, of course, funds. From purchasing new equipment to covering travel expenses and competition fees, rowing can come with a hefty price tag. That’s why fundraising is critical for keeping teams on the water without financial strain. With FlipGive, rowers can earn throughout the year on everyday purchases, but to help your crew reach its goals faster, here are some exciting rowing fundraising ideas to add to your strategy. 

  • Ergathon

    Host an Ergathon to raise funds for your rowing team while showcasing the strength and ...

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  • Pancake breakfast

    Start the day off right by hosting a "Breakfast at the Boathouse" fundraiser for your rowing team. ...

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  • Outfit or oar sponsorship

    Offer local businesses the chance to support your rowing team by sponsoring uniforms or oars. ...

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  • Pirates vs. Sailors regatta

    Set sail for a thrilling day of competition and community fun! Divide your crew into two teams ...

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