Instructions: Search the web for information on special events that could generate, at minimum, $10,000 for your nonprofit organization. Select an event that appeals to you. Do the necessary research to guide you in the planning of the event. Create a preliminary plan for your event in PowerPoint. Use the outline provided below to write your special event plan.

Outline

  1. Name and description of your event
  2. Venue – name, address, and description of venue rental cost
    • amenities included
    • amenities you’ll have to provide and pay for
    • permits, insurance, and other fees required to use this venue
    • befits and drawbacks related to using this venue
  1. Target donors: Individuals and groups that will be interested in sponsoring and attending your event and able to pay a large sum to attend the event.
  2. Advertising methods you plan to use to reach your target donors, the individuals and groups you identified in #3
  3. Expertise needed to run this type of event- What knowledge and skills do you need? Based on the type of event, venue selected, and donors invited, what expertise will be needed to ensure a successful event?
  4. Other resources needed
  5. Risks associated with this type of event – What could go wrong? What are you going do to minimize risk?
  6. Benefits associated with this type of event – In addition to raising funds for the organization, what other benefits are associated with this type of event?