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Over $280M raised for 2,000+ nonprofits since 1988.

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Race with Us

Race with Us

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About Us

About Us

About Us

Turning Ducks into Dollars since 1988

For over 35 years, we have partnered with nonprofits across the country to create fundraising events that are as fun as they are impactful. Through our signature Derby Duck Fundraiser, organizations have transformed community celebrations into powerful forces for good.

35+

years of experience

35+

years of experience

35+

years of experience

$280M+

raised worldwide

$280M+

raised worldwide

$280M+

raised worldwide

2,000+

organizations served

2,000+

organizations served

2,000+

organizations served

Millions

of smiles created

Millions

of smiles created

Millions

of smiles created

As Seen In:

The Process

The Process

The Process

How a Duck
Race Works

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Adopt a Duck

Adopt a Duck

Adopt a Duck

Donors can go online to “adopt” one or more rubber ducks. Each duck will receive a unique number tied to their adopter.

Donors can go online to “adopt” one or more rubber ducks. Each duck will receive a unique number tied to their adopter.

Donors can go online to “adopt” one or more rubber ducks. Each duck will receive a unique number tied to their adopter.

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Ducks Hit the Water

Ducks Hit the Water

Ducks Hit the Water

On race day, thousands of ducks are released into the water. Families, friends, and entire communities gather to watch the fun unfold.

On race day, thousands of ducks are released into the water. Families, friends, and entire communities gather to watch the fun unfold.

On race day, thousands of ducks are released into the water. Families, friends, and entire communities gather to watch the fun unfold.

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Winners Are Crowned

Winners Are Crowned

Winners Are Crowned

As the ducks race to the finish line, the first ones to cross will win prizes for their adopters. Every duck adoption helps raise money for a cause that matters.

As the ducks race to the finish line, the first ones to cross will win prizes for their adopters. Every duck adoption helps raise money for a cause that matters.

As the ducks race to the finish line, the first ones to cross will win prizes for their adopters. Every duck adoption helps raise money for a cause that matters.

Our Service

Our Service

Our Service

Tailored Support for
Your Fundraiser

Whether you’re hosting your first duck race or your fiftieth, we’ve got proven tools and step-by-step support to help you succeed.

Plan Together

Promote Your Race

Make a Splash

Plan Together

Kickoff call to outline fundraising goals

Custom race website setup

Curated timeline and sponsorship packet

Host Your Race

Plan Together

Promote Your Race

Make a Splash

Plan Together

Kickoff call to outline fundraising goals

Custom race website setup

Curated timeline and sponsorship packet

Host Your Race

Plan Together

Promote Your Race

Make a Splash

Plan Together

Kickoff call to outline fundraising goals

Custom race website setup

Curated timeline and sponsorship packet

Host Your Race

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FAQs

FAQs

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Do you take a percentage of funds raised?

Never! 100% of your duck adoptions go directly to your organization.

So, how does pricing work?

We offer five comprehensive packages for our services with flat fee pricing. Each package covers the ducks, logistics support, and all the extra tools you need to run a successful fundraiser. To learn more about our packages, reach out!

How long does planning take?

We recommend a 5-6 month timeline so organizations have enough time to generate sales and utilize every aspect of what we offer without feeling rushed.

Can small nonprofits host a race?

Absolutely! Events can be as small as 5,000 ducks or as large as 100,000.

How do people “adopt” ducks?

Supporters can adopt ducks online through your custom race website or in person using event tickets. Each duck is randomly assigned a number to mark their spot in the race.

Do you take a percentage of funds raised?

Never! 100% of your duck adoptions go directly to your organization.

So, how does pricing work?

We offer five comprehensive packages for our services with flat fee pricing. Each package covers the ducks, logistics support, and all the extra tools you need to run a successful fundraiser. To learn more about our packages, reach out!

How long does planning take?

We recommend a 5-6 month timeline so organizations have enough time to generate sales and utilize every aspect of what we offer without feeling rushed.

Can small nonprofits host a race?

Absolutely! Events can be as small as 5,000 ducks or as large as 100,000.

How do people “adopt” ducks?

Supporters can adopt ducks online through your custom race website or in person using event tickets. Each duck is randomly assigned a number to mark their spot in the race.

Do you take a percentage of funds raised?

Never! 100% of your duck adoptions go directly to your organization.

So, how does pricing work?

We offer five comprehensive packages for our services with flat fee pricing. Each package covers the ducks, logistics support, and all the extra tools you need to run a successful fundraiser. To learn more about our packages, reach out!

How long does planning take?

We recommend a 5-6 month timeline so organizations have enough time to generate sales and utilize every aspect of what we offer without feeling rushed.

Can small nonprofits host a race?

Absolutely! Events can be as small as 5,000 ducks or as large as 100,000.

How do people “adopt” ducks?

Supporters can adopt ducks online through your custom race website or in person using event tickets. Each duck is randomly assigned a number to mark their spot in the race.

Contact Us

Contact Us

Contact Us

Get In Touch

Whether you’re curious or ready to dive in, our team is always here to answer questions and help you make a splash in your community.