Friends of Clydesdale ARC

Anyone who is interested in supporting Clydesdale ARC is welcome to be a friend! 

The overarching role of our Friends group is to widen the CARC community to encompass former rowers, family members, the local community, Glasgow Green users and anyone who might have an interest in the club. Overall, our intention is that we support the club to prosper as it meets the demands of the future.

Specifically, we can support and promote the development of CARC in positive ways through, for example, fundraising, getting involved in regattas and events, coaching, contributing to and maintaining club archives, community engagement, sustainability and our green policy, social media and our newsletter. 

Many former members and supporters are  scattered throughout the world. Some live nearby but circumstances limit their ability to row or visit the Club. The Friends initiative is about reaching out to both former members and supporters and current friends and also extending a warm welcome to new friends. It is about bringing together the past and the present. It is about friendships, connections, supporting each other and future generations of rowers on the Clyde. There is absolutely no requirement to have rowed or indeed want to row – everyone is welcome!  

The Friends survey carried out earlier this year clearly established an interest in building a Friends of CARC community. There are many Clubs who have Friends initiatives that are focussed on fund raising. However, our Friends community is keen to contribute their skills and time as well as financially supporting the club. The Friends survey explored what people wanted from a Friends group and what people were able to offer. All of the recommendations have been agreed by the Clydesdale Committee. 

We are enthusiastic about building our Friends community. If you want to join us or know more please email Julia Anne at friendsofcarc@clydesdalearc.org.uk.