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Make a list of the sort of party or event you are planning. If you want to have a pancake breakfast (and who does not love those?) then you need to make a list of how many people will be there and estimate how many pancakes they will consume, as well as how much butter, syrup, and so on. This will help you understand how much to ask for and from where.
Look up stores in your area that might be able to help. Most large chain stores allow their stores to donate food to local charities in moderate amounts. Even smaller local stores may be able to donate food for a party if given enough lead time. That way you can thank more people and stores when you give thanks.
ASK for the stuff on your list.This is the part that makes some people balk. But if you do not ask, you will not get. Bigger stores will have no problem saying yes (or no) and not be personal about it. This is what they do. Smaller stores will give what they can. Always be polite and very thankful.They might say NO this time but YES the next.
KEEP lists of the stores you have asked for donations so you do not keep going back to the same stores too often.This will make sure you do not wear out your welcome. You can also see if any of your group's members have contacts with the local stores and see if they might be able to help.
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How to Host a FundraiserIn Feburary 2016 18,
In Feburary 2016 18,
Pick a theme. Before holding your event, choose a theme that will represent your cause. If you're raising money for an international adoption, bring in food and decor from that country. If you're trying to raise funds for a charity, come up with ideas that tie into your cause. Even the invitations or fliers should reflect the theme of your event.
Create a budget. Remember that you're trying to raise money, so you are going to have to work within a pretty tight budget. Ask vendors in your area if they would be willing to donate food, raffle prizes or other items for your fundraiser. Some may not have anything to donate but will give you money towards your cause.
Prepare a menu. Depending on your cause, you need to choose between a casual menu or a formal dinner. Some great fundraisers have featured a barbecue, while other successful events have included a 5-course meal. Since you are working within a limited budget, your menu will depend largely on what you can afford to spend. You can have an elegant meal on a small budget just by shopping around at warehouse grocery stores.
Plan the entertainment. You should have something planned besides just a dinner. One great way to raise even more money for your cause is to have a silent auction or even a public auction. You can ask local vendors to donate items to auction. You can also invite a band to play or have a talent show. Try to do something that ties into the evening's theme.
Present your cause. With all of your planning for the fundraiser, it's easy to forget why you are inviting these people here in the first place! Prepare a short presentation about your cause, showing everyone why you are desperate to raise funds and how they can help.
In Feburary 2016 18,
Pick a theme. Before holding your event, choose a theme that will represent your cause. If you're raising money for an international adoption, bring in food and decor from that country. If you're trying to raise funds for a charity, come up with ideas that tie into your cause. Even the invitations or fliers should reflect the theme of your event.
Create a budget. Remember that you're trying to raise money, so you are going to have to work within a pretty tight budget. Ask vendors in your area if they would be willing to donate food, raffle prizes or other items for your fundraiser. Some may not have anything to donate but will give you money towards your cause.
Prepare a menu. Depending on your cause, you need to choose between a casual menu or a formal dinner. Some great fundraisers have featured a barbecue, while other successful events have included a 5-course meal. Since you are working within a limited budget, your menu will depend largely on what you can afford to spend. You can have an elegant meal on a small budget just by shopping around at warehouse grocery stores.
Plan the entertainment. You should have something planned besides just a dinner. One great way to raise even more money for your cause is to have a silent auction or even a public auction. You can ask local vendors to donate items to auction. You can also invite a band to play or have a talent show. Try to do something that ties into the evening's theme.
Present your cause. With all of your planning for the fundraiser, it's easy to forget why you are inviting these people here in the first place! Prepare a short presentation about your cause, showing everyone why you are desperate to raise funds and how they can help.
In Feburary 2016 18,
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