Charities & Fundraising: Tents, Gazebos & Event Shelters

Charities and fundraising groups do vital work on tight budgets — often outside, under unpredictable skies, and in venues that weren’t built for large crowds. With Gala Tent gazebos, marquees and inflatable shelters, you get a reliable, visible, and flexible presence wherever your cause takes you.

Why charities turn to outdoor shelters

Your work doesn’t always happen inside. You might need space for:

Fundraising stalls and collection points at fetes, markets or open-air events

Awareness or campaign hubs at community gatherings, festivals or high-footfall areas

Meet-ups, workshops and support clinics in community spaces or outdoor courtyards

Gala dinners, auctions or receptions, where marquees make the event feel premium

Mobile outreach units — services that travel to communities, using inflatable shelters for speed and visibility

These are more than covers — they’re brandable touchpoints for your cause in public view.

Choosing the right product in your context

Here’s how different structures perform in charity settings:

Gazebos: Fast to setup, ideal for collection points, merchandise stalls, sign-ups, or small outreach points.

Marquees: Better for extended events — dinners, large gatherings, exhibitions, or long-duration activities.

Inflatable shelters: Striking and quick; perfect when you need visual impact, fast deployment, or mobile exhibitions.

All products can be customised with sidewalls, lighting, heating, and of course your branding.

Key considerations & practical advice

Size vs use case: A 3 × 3 m gazebo is great for stalls; go larger (e.g. 6 × 6 or 6 × 12m marquee) when you’re hosting meals or presentations.

Storage & transport: Gazebos and inflatables fold small, while marquees need more space and care — plan transport logistics.

Anchoring & site conditions: Grass, tarmac, paved courtyards — each surface needs the right anchoring or weighting.

Duration & permanence: Some events are one-off; others might require semi-permanent structures. Choose accordingly.

Branding & messaging: Use banners, printed canopies, removable wraps — your shelter becomes a walking billboard for your cause.

Castle Park Arts Centre Not-for-profit organisation, using 6m x 8m marquees in their courtyard.

Why Gala Tent works for charities

Decades supplying non-profits, event organisers, and community groups

Fire-rated materials, tested structural safety, and durable frames

Spare parts, warranties, upgrade paths — your investment lasts

Advice & support tailored to charities — budgets, logistics, event timings

Bulk / multi-event discounts and flexible options for reusing your assets

FAQs

Can we print our logo and messaging on the shelters?
Yes. We offer full-colour printing, removable wraps, and banner options so your branding shines.

How long can a structure stay up?
Gazebos are best for short-term use (but can be left up with right anchoring). Marquees and inflatables can stay for longer depending on weather and site conditions.

Can we use them in tight urban locations?
es — our lighter gazebos and modular marquees can adapt to limited access. Inflatables are particularly good when speed and footprint are constraints.

Who sets them up? Do we need trained staff?
Gazebos take two people and minimal training. Marquees and inflatables have guidance and can often be managed by a small team once familiar.

What support do we get after purchase?
We provide spare parts, repairs, and replacement components. We also remain accessible to give advice on ongoing use, reconfiguration or scale-up.