Healthcare fundraising can be a challenge — donors are fatigued by galas and giving campaigns, and it is hard to stand out. A duck race fundraiser changes the game entirely. Derby Duck Races helps hospitals and healthcare foundations produce community events that are fun, accessible, and wildly effective at raising money. Instead of asking donors to write another check, you invite the whole community to a celebration where everyone has a great time and your hospital raises tens of thousands of dollars in the process.

Why Healthcare Organizations Choose Duck Races

A duck race brings your hospital out of the building and into the community. It is a visible, public event that generates media coverage and goodwill. Families come out, local businesses sponsor prizes, and your foundation gets face time with donors in a relaxed, fun setting. Hospitals and healthcare foundations typically raise between $15,000 and $75,000 per event. The online duck adoption platform lets supporters participate from anywhere, which is especially powerful for healthcare organizations with broad donor bases. Derby Duck Races handles the event logistics so your development team can focus on donor stewardship and sponsor relationships.

How It Works for Hospitals

Your foundation team picks a date and partners with a local venue near water. Derby Duck Races sets up your branded online adoption page, provides all the rubber ducks and race equipment, and walks your team through promotion and execution. Many hospitals tie the duck race to an existing community health fair or family event to maximize attendance. On race day, thousands of numbered ducks race to the finish, prizes are awarded, and your hospital keeps the proceeds. It is turnkey fundraising that creates genuine community connection.

Fund What Matters Most

Whether you are raising money for a new wing, pediatric programs, cancer research, or community health initiatives, a duck race delivers the funds and the community engagement your foundation needs. Contact Derby Duck Races today to learn how we can help your hospital make a splash.