Fundraisers
Ergathon
The ergathon is our biggest fundraiser each year. All of the money goes toward purchasing equipment for the team. Athletes row 10,000 meters on an ergometer. An ergometer is a land simulated rowing machine that helps the athletes build endurance and strength.Each athlete is asked to get pledges for the event. Contributors can pledge a rower for a specified amount of money per meter erged or they can make a flat donation. All donations are tax deductible.
Work Weekends/Rent-A-Rower
We hold two weekends, one in the fall and one in the spring, where we hire out the crew athletes to do work in exchange for donations to the team. The athletes do everything from rake leaves, clean basements, or wash windows for a fee of $10/hour per athlete. Athletes can be hired for a half day or a whole day.
Kids Night Out
Each year we hold a night of babysitting to let parents have a night out on the town without their kids.
Fundraising Expectations
All athletes are expected to participate in all fundraising events unless you have made special arrangements with your coach.