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Sauk Valley Community College

an institution of higher education that provides quality learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of its students and community

Successful Fundraising

Successful Fundraising

Step 1:	HAVE A PLANNING MEETING. Discuss the activities your group is planning for the upcoming year. Estimate costs of these activities and compare to current funds available to determine how much additional money needs to be raised. Develop an event calendar, including all of your deadlines; then determine the best time to have a fundraising event. Appoint a fundraising committee or coordinator.
Step 2:	DEVELOP A FUNDRAISING PLAN. Choose the right fundraiser for your organization by taking into account: the number of members in your group members' interests and skills members' enthusiasm for the event members' time commitments creative ideas - have a brainstorming session other fundraising ideas already occurring the time of year best for your activity any costs for the fundraiser (advertising, rooms, etc.) rules/regulations, including state/local laws, regarding fundraising
Step 3:	PLAN THE EVENT Choose an appropriate date based on the kind of fundraiser you plan to have. Take into consideration weather, academic calendar, etc. Reserve your room or location well in advance of date. Plan your publicity campaign. Form committees and delegate tasks. Watch your expenses - you don't want to lose money on a fundraiser.
Step 4:	THE EVENT Have FUN with it!
Step 5:	EVALUATE THE EVENT: Go through all receipts and deposit money immediately. Pay any bills accrued. Thank all members and sponsors who contributed to the event. Discuss the logistics of the event: Was it successful? What could have been done differently? What are your recommendations for the next event? Could this be an on-going or annual event? Begin to plan for next year!