SET A TIME
Give yourself a comfortable timeframe to ensure you have enough time to organise and publicise your activity once you’ve decided what you’re doing and when.
Making a plan
Organising a fundraising event can be hard work
Make a plan. It'll make things easier, we promise.
CHOOSE YOUR SPOT
Choose a venue or location that has the facilities and equipment you need. Don’t forget to think about health and safety and legal requirements - like needing a licence to play music or sell alcohol.
MAKE A BUDGET
Yup, it sounds boring, but the more you plan, the more chance your event will go smoothly. Think about the upfront costs and other costs associated with your event or activity. Are there any ways you could reduce them?
Can you get volunteers to support or donations from local businesses? We can provide a Letter of Authority to help you ask.
Planning's important - don't just take it from us
Giancarlo knows a thing or two about organising events. After losing his brother to suicide, he set up the Mental Health World Cup. What started out as a kick-about in the park grew into a full blown tournament at a professional stadium, raising loads of cash for charity.
"You’ve got to be organised. Like organising a wedding, you need to do lists to make sure every little detail is ironed out before the big day. You’ll need determination to see your event through. Over the last 8 years, there have been occasions where the pressures of everyday life got in the way. The juggle between work and family life can take its toll, but with commitment and determination doors open and opportunities arise."
THE LEGAL STUFF
We know you want to dive right into your event, but it's good to make sure things are safe and legal. Here's some things to think about.
