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
- Name and description of your event
- Venue – name, address, and description of venue rental cost
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- 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
- 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.
- Advertising methods you plan to use to reach your target donors, the individuals and groups you identified in #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?
- Other resources needed
- Risks associated with this type of event – What could go wrong? What are you going do to minimize risk?
- 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?