Special events basics
There are many types of events, and many reasons for staging events, but there is one constant: if…
Event Help Sheets
Fundraising events are the lifeblood of many not-for-profit groups, though they can take a lot of time and energy to be more than just opportunities for community connection or profile raising. To be truly "fund" raising, you need to have your eye on being profitable.
Some examples of the types of special events that make for popular not-for-profit fundraisers include: car-boot sales; fetes and festivals; trivia nights; fashion parades; talent contests; art shows; balls, dances and discos
Help sheets
Special Events Budgeting
You need to be absolutely meticulous in budgeting and accounting for a special event. You need to…
Events Budget Template
Understanding the organisation’s budget is not everyone’s cup of day but helping your staff, board…
Special Events Checklist
All special fundraising events are different. Each will have its own special set of circumstances…
10 tips for attracting media coverage
By convincing the media to report on a fundraiser or special event you’re holding, or a piece of…
Sponsorship Letter Template
There are many ways to fundraise and seeking sponsorship is a great way to garner support for…
Eight mistakes to avoid when organising a charity fundraising event
Insurance experts and Save Our Sector partner Aon have outlined 8 key mistakes to avoid when…