Fundraising Planning Resources
Free guides, checklists, and interactive tools for planning nonprofit fundraising events in NYC — from your first budget to your run of show.
How to Plan a Fundraiser in NYC
Planning a fundraiser in NYC follows a predictable sequence: define your goal, set a budget, choose a format, secure a v…
Fundraising Event Planning Checklist
Use this checklist to track every task from a year out through event day. Check off items as you go; the interactive ver…
Fundraising Event Budget Guide
A fundraising event budget balances expenses against revenue to produce net income for your mission. This guide explains…
Charity Gala Planning Guide
A charity gala is the flagship fundraising format: a seated dinner, a program, an auction, and a paddle raise. This guid…
Charity Auction Planning Guide
A charity auction — silent, live, or both — drives competitive giving. This guide covers auction planning, item procurem…
Silent Auction Planning Checklist
Use this checklist to plan a silent auction from procurement through checkout. The interactive version tracks your progr…
Benefit Dinner Planning Guide
A benefit dinner is a seated fundraising event centered on a meal, a short program, and a direct ask. It is simpler than…
Fundraising Event Ticket Pricing Guide
Ticket pricing drives both attendance and revenue. This guide covers how to set prices that cover per-guest cost, signal…
Nonprofit Event Sponsorship Planning
Sponsorships are often the largest revenue line at a fundraising event. This guide covers how to structure tiers, set be…
Donor Experience Planning
The donor experience determines whether guests return and increase their giving. This guide covers every touchpoint from…
Fundraising Event Marketing Checklist
Use this checklist to promote your fundraising event and drive attendance. The interactive version tracks progress in yo…
Fundraising Event Run of Show
A run of show keeps your event on schedule. Use this template as a starting point for a seated gala with an auction.…
Fundraising Event Seating Guide
Seating affects donor experience, sightlines, and revenue. This guide covers layouts and seating chart planning for fund…
Fundraising Event Registration Guide
Registration sets the tone for your event. This guide covers check-in logistics, technology, and staffing for a smooth a…
Nonprofit Event Venue Selection Checklist
Use this checklist to evaluate and compare fundraising event venues in NYC. The interactive version tracks your progress…
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