Charity Events & Fundraising

Charity events and fundraising days bring people together for good causes while creating opportunities for schools, clubs, community groups and organisations to raise money in an enjoyable setting. This section brings together practical advice, entertainment ideas and planning guidance for fundraisers taking place across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Articles explore how funfair rides, bouncy castles, inflatable games, fairground side stalls and event food stalls can help attract visitors, encourage participation and support fundraising goals. From school fetes and sponsored activity days to charity festivals and large community fundraisers, the right entertainment can help people stay longer and take part in more activities.

Competitive attractions can work particularly well at fundraising events. Games such as the Kentucky Derby Racer, Rodeo Bull, Human Whack A Mole, Foot Pool and Warrior Wall can be used for sponsored challenges, prize competitions or pay-to-play activities. Larger attractions such as the Toxic Bootcamp Challenge Assault Course, Helter Skelter Slide and family-friendly rides can create strong focal points for busy public events.

Food and refreshments can also play an important role in fundraising. Options including Dinky Donuts, Candy Floss, Popcorn and Toast Your Own Marshmallows can add to the atmosphere while giving visitors another reason to support the event.

This section also covers practical subjects such as choosing attractions for different budgets, arranging activity zones, managing queues, preparing for Irish weather and creating fundraising events that appeal to families with children of different ages. Organisers can find ideas for charity fun days, church fetes, school fundraisers, sports club events, sponsored challenges and community celebrations.

G Force Amusements has supported charitable causes directly, including the Carnival of Life Charity Ball, which raised more than £10,000 for the Ulster Hospital Neonatal Fund and Marie Curie Cancer Centre. That experience reflects our understanding of the work involved in bringing sponsors, supporters, attractions and guests together for a successful fundraising occasion.

Our team supplies charity event entertainment across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, including Belfast, Derry, Dublin, Cork, Galway, Meath and locations throughout Ireland.

Browse the latest articles below for fundraising ideas, charity event planning advice, attraction suggestions and practical guidance from the G Force Amusements team.