PLAN AN EVENT
Fundraisers are one very special way Children's Wish raises money to make the dreams of kids coping with life threatening illnesses come true. Got a great promotional or sponsorship idea? We'd love to hear about it. For more information or to talk to a fundraising expert please contact your local chapter at 1-800-267-9474.
To get started on creating a local community event, click here to download an information form and return it to the Quebec West chapter by email at qw@revesdenfants.ca.
It takes time, energy and "people" to host a successful fundraiser, so get others involved. Recruit individuals who support our cause, volunteers who are enthusiastic and dedicated, bringing various skills to the table.
Set Goals
Identify expected income, don't forget your expenses. Keep in mind the lower your costs, the higher your contribution. Divide the tasks amongst your team and prepare a checklist of what needs to be done leading up to the day of the event
Enlist our help
You have your team together, you have decided on an event and your budget is set ...what's next? Fill in our fundraising proposal and speak to your local chapter representative. Once your event has been approved we will be happy to offer support to your success in the following ways (where appropriate):
An event is only successful if people come to it, advertise and get the word out! Remember the lower the expenses the more money will be raised for our wish kids.
The event is over and what a success! Now it's time to collect all the funds and thank your volunteers and participants. Let them know how much you appreciate(d) their support and how much money their efforts raised for our wish kids.
To get started on creating a local community event, click here to download an information form and return it to the Quebec West chapter by email at qw@revesdenfants.ca.
Steps to a Successful Event
Get HelpIt takes time, energy and "people" to host a successful fundraiser, so get others involved. Recruit individuals who support our cause, volunteers who are enthusiastic and dedicated, bringing various skills to the table.
Set Goals
Identify expected income, don't forget your expenses. Keep in mind the lower your costs, the higher your contribution. Divide the tasks amongst your team and prepare a checklist of what needs to be done leading up to the day of the event
Enlist our help
You have your team together, you have decided on an event and your budget is set ...what's next? Fill in our fundraising proposal and speak to your local chapter representative. Once your event has been approved we will be happy to offer support to your success in the following ways (where appropriate):
- Guidance and input
- Use of Foundation promotional materials
- Wish Clouds
- Website Promotion
- Balloons, Stickers, Posters, Banners, Brochures
- Volunteer assistance, guest speakers and staff to attend
- Lend use of logo and branding (once a trademark agreement has been signed) NOTE: ALL PRINTED MATERIALS MUST BE REVIEWED BY YOUR LOCAL CHAPTER
An event is only successful if people come to it, advertise and get the word out! Remember the lower the expenses the more money will be raised for our wish kids.
- Post your event on our website
- Word of mouth
- Local Media
- Community based websites
- Flyers
- Schools/Community Groups
- Libraries
- Community Centres
The event is over and what a success! Now it's time to collect all the funds and thank your volunteers and participants. Let them know how much you appreciate(d) their support and how much money their efforts raised for our wish kids.
