How to Organize a Fundraiser for Your School

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find out how much money you need to raise.

   If you're fundraising to re-instate the art program, for instance, find out how much money you'll need to raise in order to re-instate it.
   
   Ask a teacher or other school authority to find out.
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   Step 2: Set a goal.

   You are most likely not going to raise all the money you need in one event, so set a goal.
   
   Using the same art program example, if you need to raise $5,000 to re-instate the art program, set a goal of $500-$1,500, depending on your event. , You don't want to spend so much money hiring a DJ that you don't have any money left over for your cause! Set a budget based on your goal. , There are many different types.
   
   Some include:
   Fundraisers with an entry fee and/or paying for food/events Fundraisers where you raffle something off Fundraisers where you ask for donations _______ a thons , If you need to, hire and/or get:
   Projector(s) Speakers Microphones Chefs (if needed) Food , Advertise your event in as many ways as possible.
   
   You can also:
   Play it over the announcements.
   
   Tell people word to word.
   
   Publicize it by mentioning it often.
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   Step 3: Set a budget.

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   Step 4: Choose a fundraiser.

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   Step 5: Hire the needed staff.

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   Step 6: Make a flyer.

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