About Us
We are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, and providing them with the tools
to raise the funds they need to make a positive impact.
Intro about us
Play Fund Win was started in 2019 by three friends with a passion for sport, events and tech, who are on a mission to raise millions of pounds for good causes and charities using our revolutionary digital raffle platform. By digitising paper-based raffles, we make hosting a draw easy, and make taking part fun and engaging.
Play our draws. Fund good causes. Win cash prizes.
“Play Fund Win has always been about opening doors. Opening doors and breaking down financial barriers to participation in sport. Opening doors by digitising manual processes and opening doors in areas that previously haven’t been capitalised on for fundraising (such as crowds at events). Playing sport as a kid, and working in events, has given me so much. Being able to give something back in both these areas is a huge passion which drives all of what we do with Play Fund Win. Play our draws. Fund good causes. Win cash prizes”
Dan, CEO
Meet the team
We’re all about sports, events, charity and technology, so we thought we’d tell you a bit about ourselves and our favourite things in those areas:
Dan is an industry veteran with a 20-year career across the Event, Venue and Sports industries. He has held senior roles with the likes of Soccer Aid for UNICEF, Manchester United FC, Manchester City FC, Tour de France and London 2012. He draws on these professional experiences, along with his personal life experiences, to drive the PFW team forwards. His personal ambition for Play Fund Win is to generate millions of pounds for good causes and, at the same time, help to facilitate the funding that allows millions of youngsters the opportunity to participate in sport.
Favourite Sport:
I can genuinely watch and enjoy any sport. My favourites, though, are Ice Hockey and Football.
Favourite Sports Team:
The Mighty(!) Sheffield United FC
Favourite Event:
I’m a self-confessed ‘Event Geek’. I love going to Glastonbury and would absolutely love to go to La Tomatina Festival in Spain.
Favourite Artist:
Anything 90’s Britpop. How cool would it be to stage Play Fund Win draws at Oasis reunion shows, and raise millions for charities nominated by the band?
Favourite Charity:
I support a few, privately, that have really personal family connections. Those aside, I like to support charities that have a direct impact on people with a real and immediate need.
Favourite Tech Development:
I’m sure it’ll change tomorrow, but I got introduced to the ‘Otter Pro App’ the other day, so now I’m embracing “talk not type” and dictating my emails into the App.
Steve leads our client relationships. He is a specialist in business development and growing relationships for the mutual benefit of both parties. Having spent over 13 years of his career in Spain, he then returned to our shores and consequently spent 10 years in the music industry, leading key client relationships for PRS. (Performing Rights Society)
Favourite Sport:
Huge lover of sports in general but, if I had to choose, it would be football.
Favourite Sports Team:
Liverpool FC.
Favourite Event:
I got to run the London Marathon a few years ago and the whole occasion was one of the most uplifting of my life, especially the beer afterwards, I would say it was definitely deserved!
Favourite Artist:
Like most, it changes quite often but at the moment I’m currently enjoying George Ezra.
Favourite Charity:
Quite a few that I support but one particularly close to my heart is Bliss.
Favourite Tech Development:
I recently watched football via Oculus Quest which is an absolute game changer!
Dean is our resident tech guru and leads on all of our technology and marketing. Having Dean onboard, bringing his 15 years of knowledge and experience in digital development and performance marketing, it enables Play Fund Win to have a strong entry into the market with a solid platform and powerful brand. The Play Fund Win brand and platform has been designed and developed in-house at Play Fund Win by Dean and his team.
Favourite Sport:
I love playing a racket sport (Tennis/Badminton) but have also recently taken up road cycling!
Favourite Sports Team:
Stamford AFC (Supporting my Nephew)
Favourite Event:
If it has a great foodie selection, I’m there!
Favourite Artist:
Difficult to choose between Mozez and Coldplay
Favourite Charity:
There isn’t just one charity I support, but personally I relate to charities that have true impact on the people’s needs. I have been involved with helping establish homeless charities and supporting people suffering with loneliness, and recently got involved with mental health community organisation.
Favourite Tech Development:
Fitness trackers. I think it is great technology to start educating people around the impact of health – steps, heart rate, the introduction of other stats like mindfulness and notifications to hydrate all with the aim of helping people live healthier lives!
James’ motto is GSD – get uh… things… done. He is an experienced operations manager, fundraiser and a lottery specialist and he makes sure the business runs smoothly.
A time-served Events, Hospitality & Catering Vet. With the operational management of one of Manchester’s most popular Music Festivals for near the 6th consecutive year to curating events all over the city for Corporates to Celebrities. I’ve been a professional Rosette Chef for a decade in a former life and managed Ski Resorts in some of the most popular French resorts. With the industries I’ve been fortunate to work with over the years, its my main focus to generate funds for Charities that have been directly helping those who have needed it in support of the Hospitality, Events & Entertainment community.
Favourite Sport:
I’m a fan of Professional Boxing & Power lifting
Favourite Sports Team:
I have to say Newcastle United or I can’t go back to my hometown.
Favourite Event:
Really hard to choose! I love a lot of the immersive food events and secret cinema shows but ultimately its coming down to two, Hacienda Classical & Moovin.
Favourite Artist:
Far too many to choose from, really depends on mood, place, time! Charles Bradley is a regular in my Spotify though, the album ‘No Time For Dreaming’.
Favourite Charity:
I very much believe in the work of a vast range of Charities as their efforts and causes are so varied and unique to a lot of people. For me, I do support Forever Manchester for their local work.
Favourite Tech Development:
I obsessively check my Fitbit, particularly over the past 12 months its been a big motivator for me.
David has worked within sport for the last 15 years and it’s fair to say it dominates his life! He has worked at all levels of football from grassroots to the Premier League and has been responsible for a lot of sponsorship deals in that time. David is tasked with developing relationships with clubs and organisations at all levels for Play Fund Win. Away from sport he is a stand up comedian and event host / presenter.
Favourite Sport:
Football – but will happily watch any sport!
Favourite Sports Team:
Oldham Athletic – statistically the least successful team in the country for the last 25 years
Favourite Event:
The FA Cup or any tournament where England get us all excited that this might finally be the one, in any sport!
Favourite Artist:
My Spotify playlist is the most random selection of songs, but probably The Courteeners of The Killers, both awesome live!
Favourite Charity:
I’ve worked with a few amazing charities who all do great work over the years, it’s hard to single out one, but for the purposes of this I’ll go with Once Upon A Smile
Favourite Tech Development:
I’m so not a tech guy, but recently I got the Sky package that means it’s voice activated and that amused me for a few minutes!
James leads on all of PFW’s marketing and communications. He joined us from a similar role with a large County FA and prior to this, worked in marketing for a leading e-commerce brand.
Favourite Sport:
Football. I am also a big follower of F1 and love cricket and tennis.
Favourite Sports Team:
Portsmouth FC.
Favourite Event:
Glasto. No other arts event on the planet compares to it, and it is impossible to describe to the uninitiated.
Favourite Artist:
I am huge Bob Dylan fan. We are talking b-sides, live versions, alternate takes – the lot. My favourite contemporary band are Blossoms.
Favourite Charity:
Challengers – I spent four years working for them prior to and whilst I was at Uni.
Favourite Tech Development:
Playstation 5 – or whatever the latest gaming system happens to be.
Olivia has just graduated from university with a degree in Events Management and joins Play Fund Win as a researcher. Having spent much of her younger years involved in charity fundraising and events, Olivia decided to study this at University.
Favourite Sport:
I spent my teenage years as a competitive swimmer, although it is an individual race you always feel part of a team.
Favourite Sports Team:
Favourite Event:
I love attending festivals and concerts, I would say my favourite concert I’ve attended was Ed Sheeran at The Royal Albert Hall in London. The concert was part of Teenage Cancer Trust’s annual fundraising gigs and is organised by the charity and Roger Daltry.
Favourite Artist:
This is forever changing; I would say Sampha today although it would probably be something different tomorrow
Favourite Charity:
Teenage Cancer Trust are a charity close to my heart and I am aware of how important their work is to any young person facing cancer. Through the support they offer throughout treatment and afterwards, Teenager Cancer Trust ensures no young person facing cancer feels alone.
Favourite Tech Development:
As an amputee I am amazed at the technology of prosthetics and how much they’ve changed over the years. There’s even apps that I can use that connect to my leg, I can just go onto my phone and change the setting to running, cycling and even ping pong!
How It Works
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Play a draw by visiting Play Fund Win and finding your favourite cause.
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Fund good causes and grassroots sports, as minimum 50% of the profits go to charity or good causes, more than any nationwide lottery.
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The draw host determines what % of the entry fee forms the jackpot prize which is guaranteed to be won on every draw
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