Clubs based in the North East now have access to an excellent opportunity to enhance their digital presence.
50% funding is currently available to support a range of digital projects that can improve how your club operates online. Whether you need a new website, want to accept online payments, or increase your club’s visibility in search engines, this funding can help you achieve it all – while cutting usual high costs in half.
This initiative is designed to support clubs in becoming more efficient and future-ready. Investing in your online presence can help you save time on admin tasks, improve communication with members, and attract new interest in your activities and events.
Website Design and Its Benefits
Having a well-designed website gives your club a central place for sharing information. It allows you to display upcoming events, provide contact details, and share club news. A good website presents your club professionally and can make it easier for new people to learn about what you do and how to join.
Website responsiveness is also vital. A mobile-responsive site ensures that members and visitors can access your content from any device. This improves user experience and makes your club more accessible. It also means you can reduce reliance on printed materials or outdated communication methods, helping you operate more efficiently.
E-commerce and Payment Gateways
Adding e-commerce features and payment gateways to your website enables you to accept payments online securely. This is ideal for collecting membership fees, event ticket sales, and selling club merchandise. Payment gateways can also support recurring payments, helping you manage subscriptions or ongoing dues with minimal admin and down-time.
Allowing members to pay online removes unnecessary steps and makes the process more convenient – something that 78% of consumers say strongly influences their decision when making payments. It also gives your club greater control and visibility over incoming payments, helping to reduce missed or delayed transactions.
SEO and Online Visibility
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) helps your website rank higher in search engine results when people search for clubs or activities in your area. A website that appears on the first page of search results is more likely to receive visits, which can lead to more enquiries and new memberships.
SEO includes optimising page content, titles, metadata, and site structure. It ensures your website is easily understood by search engines and provides relevant information to users. An optimised site is also more likely to appear in local search results, helping you reach the right audience in your community.
Your Club's Website Could Look Like This With Funding
‘We (Wigton Rugby Club) recently worked with them to renew our website. We capture membership payments as well as integrate with our facebook feed to keep our members in the loop.
They were incredibly easy to work with and incredibly receptive to change as our needs evolved. We’re looking forward to an ongoing relationship as we grow.’
At Club Assure, we can guide you through every step of your digital transformation, from checking your eligibility for funding to building your new website and setting up all necessary features.
Our team understands how clubs operate and will ensure your digital tools are tailored to your specific requirements. Don’t wait! This funding is only available for a limited time, so don’t miss out on the chance to reach new members, reduce admin, and enhance your online presence.
Check your eligibility today to get started with your club’s digital upgrade.
