A Fun Event for a Serious Cause

Exchange Clubs carry one of the most important missions in community service: the prevention of child abuse. It's a cause that demands both funding and awareness — and duck races deliver both in abundance. When your duck race draws 2,000 families to a riverbank on a Saturday afternoon, every single one of them learns about your mission.

An Exchange Club in Virginia raised $31,000 at their duck race while distributing over 5,000 pieces of child abuse prevention literature. They called it the most impactful event in their club's 30-year history.

The Exchange Club Edge

• Child abuse prevention resonates deeply — people want to help, they just need a way

• Exchange Clubs' 'Blue Ribbon' branding ties beautifully into race theming

• Your national network provides templates, training, and best practices

• Partnerships with local child welfare agencies add credibility and extend promotional reach

Making the Connection

The key to a great Exchange Club duck race is connecting the fun to the cause:

• Blue ribbons on every duck and throughout the venue

• Information booths staffed by child welfare professionals

• A 'Champions for Children' sponsor recognition program

• Kid-friendly activities that demonstrate healthy, positive family engagement

Financial Impact

One club in Illinois sold 3,800 ducks at $10 each and secured $18,000 in corporate sponsorships. Net proceeds: $49,000 for their local child abuse prevention center. Another club in Texas raised $27,000 in year one and $42,000 in year two.

Tips for Exchange Clubs

• Launch duck sales during National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April) for maximum awareness synergy

• Create a 'Corporate Champions for Children' sponsor tier at $2,500+

• Partner with local pediatricians, schools, and family service agencies for cross-promotion

• Feature prevention statistics and resources throughout the event

• Recruit community leaders to serve as honorary 'Duck Marshals'

Your Community Needs This

Child abuse prevention funding is chronically underfunded. A duck race changes that equation. It turns awareness into action, fun into funding, and community spirit into child safety. Derby Duck Races is ready to help your Exchange Club create an event that protects kids and brings your community together. Let's make it happen!