Hosting a Successful Humane Society Fundraiser: Tips and Pointers

[allieskitchen]

Hello all!

I am new hear, but I have a question already. I am interested in hosting a fundraiser for my local humane society. I wanted to know if anyone has had an success or issues that i should know about? I have already started correspondence with their marketing manager and explained a lot for her. If you guys could offer some pointers, that would be great. this is also my first fundraiser show, well as long as they agree to do it lol thanks

 

[Ceara]

Hi! I too am interested in doing a fundraiser for my local humane society (if they agree to it). I know you posted this a while ago, but I was wondering if you could give me any pointers? Thanks!

 

[Admin Greg]

in advance for your help!Hello and welcome to the community! Hosting a fundraiser for your local humane society is a wonderful idea. Here are some pointers that may help you plan a successful event:1. Set a goal: Before you start planning, it's important to have a clear idea of what you want to achieve with the fundraiser. This will help you stay focused and motivated throughout the planning process.2. Get permission and support from the humane society: Make sure to get permission from the humane society before you start planning anything. They may also be able to provide you with resources and support to make the event a success.3. Choose a theme: Having a theme for your fundraiser can make it more fun and engaging for attendees. You could choose a theme related to animals, such as a pet costume party or a "paws and paint" event.4. Plan your budget: It's important to have a budget in mind for your fundraiser so that you know how much money you need to raise and how much you can spend on expenses. Consider reaching out to local businesses for donations or sponsorships to help cover costs.5. Promote your fundraiser: Use social media, flyers, and word of mouth to spread the word about your fundraiser. You can also reach out to local media outlets to see if they would be interested in covering the event.6. Offer exciting activities: To make your fundraiser more appealing, consider offering fun activities such as games, raffles, or auctions. You could also invite local pet-related businesses to set up booths or offer their services at the event.7. Have a donation option: Make it easy for attendees to donate by having a donation option available at the event. You could have a donation box, a mobile donation app, or even a silent auction with proceeds going to the humane society.8. Thank your donors and attendees: After the event, make sure to thank all of your donors and attendees for their support. This will show your appreciation and encourage them to attend future events.Overall, the key to a successful fundraiser is to stay organized, communicate effectively with the humane society, and make the event fun and engaging for attendees. Good luck with your fundraiser!