Running a junior cricket club isn’t cheap—between uniforms, equipment, ground fees, and development programs, every dollar counts. But fundraising doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, it can be a brilliant way to bring your cricket family closer, have a laugh, and raise funds all at the same time.
Whether you’re gearing up for a big season or just looking to top up the club’s coffers, here are some tried-and-true fundraising ideas for junior cricket clubs that are fun, inclusive, and effective.
This one’s a classic—and for good reason. Grab a whiteboard or poster and divide it into 100 squares. Sell each square for $2 (or $5 for a bigger goal). Once all squares are sold, draw a winner for a prize like a gift basket, a club hoodie, or a voucher from a local sponsor.
Bonus Tip: Ask a local business to donate the prize in exchange for promotion.
Partner up with your local pub and run weekly or monthly meat tray raffles. Families love it, the pub gets more foot traffic, and your club gets a steady flow of funds.
Top Tip: Rotate who organises or sells tickets to keep it fresh and share the load.
Ask local businesses to donate items or vouchers and bundle them into an epic seasonal raffle hamper. Hand out ticket books to families to sell, and sweeten the deal by offering a free entry for every book sold.
Ideas for prizes: Easter eggs, local café vouchers, toys, wine, pamper packs, sports gear—whatever suits your community.
Everyone loves a snag on a Saturday morning. Set up at your local farmers or community market and serve bacon and egg rolls or sausages in bread. Add coffee and cold drinks for extra income.
Bonus Fundraiser: Sell raffle tickets for a frozen box of prawns – these are always a huge hit.
The holy grail of Aussie fundraising!
Bunnings provides the set-up—you just bring the snags, onions, bread, drinks, and volunteers. Your club keeps 100% of the profits.
More Info & How to Apply:
Bunnings Sausage Sizzle – In Our Community
Hot tip: Book early—these spots are in high demand!
Make the most of your game days! Run the canteen and sell crowd favourites—sausage rolls, zooper doopers, baked treats, cold drinks. A little effort can go a long way in profits.
Extra Idea: Slushie Machines are brilliant little money makers in the canteen, especially during the Summer cricket season – take it along to the markets as well!
Set up a table at games or training and offer homemade baked goodies. Kids love baking, so get them involved. Run themed days—“Brownie Night”, “Cupcake Cup”, or “Sweet Slice Saturdays”.
Get a sheet with 100 numbers (1–100). People buy numbers for $1–$5 depending on your prize value. Once all are sold, draw a random number. Simple, low-cost, and works well at events.
Invite local stallholders or club families to set up a stall (candles, crafts, plants, handmade items) at your clubhouse or school hall. Charge a small stall fee and keep canteen/drinks profits.
Double dip: Run raffles, sausage sizzles, or games to boost your fundraising during the event.
You don’t need a huge committee or a marketing team to pull off great fundraising. With a little creativity and community spirit, you’ll raise funds and bring your club closer together.
From sizzling sausages to colourful fun runs, there’s a fundraiser for every club, big or small.
