Fundraising Tips

Tips for a Successful Event

• Choose a Good Planning Committee
  Involve enthusiastic people and volunteers, whose dedication, work ethic and skills, will make your event a success.
• Brainstorm
  Get everyone thinking and discussing ideas. The more they participate now, the more committed they’ll be later.
• Choose the Right Event
  Decide on just the right event/promotion/fundraiser that best uses the talent, skill and interests of your particular group.
• Establish Measurable Goals
  Set realistic goals that you can measure and achieved. Tracking progress, you will keep everyone on track
• Identify Your Target Audience
  Who do you want to participate in the event? Does it include public participation or is it geared to members of a specific organization?
• Schedule Your Event
  Pick an appropriate date and time to maximum participation. Be sure to schedule the event far enough out to ensure everyone is prepared.
• Plan Your Budget
  Keep costs down, by identifying and planning for expenses and income sources in advance. Keeping event costs down, maximizes your philanthropic goals.
• Promote and Publicize Your Event
  Get the word out early, every way you can. Organize your committee to use fliers, posters, e-mails and word-of-mouth to publicize your event. If you have access to additional resources, TV, radio, newspaper and magazines help.
• Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
  Recognize and acknowledge everyone who participates! Close the loop and let everyone know how much was raised. This can lead to the event becoming an annual undertaking, to offer ongoing support to Miller Children’s.