Fundraising Planning for Annual Event

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iListen
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Melaida Corpuz
Founder & Chief Listening Officer
(11)
5
Project
Academic experience
60 hours per learner
Learner
Canada
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Community engagement Social work Fundraising Event planning
Skills
marketing fundraising event sponsorships project sponsorship executive sponsor event management collaborative communications
Details

Our organization is committed to serving our target population. However, we are currently facing funding challenges.

We would like to collaborate with students to plan a fundraising event to help meet our goals.

This will involve several different steps for the students, including:

  • Familiarizing themselves with our mission, values and goals.
  • Estimating and establishing the budget of the fundraising event.
  • Creating a plan of action and a detailed list of organizations to approach for sponsorship.
  • Assisting in contacting organizations for sponsorship either by telephone or email.

Bonus steps in the process would also include:

  • Recommending improvements for future fundraising of events.
Deliverables

By the end of the project, students should demonstrate:

  • Understanding of our mission, values and goals
  • Establishment of the event budget
  • Creation of a plan of action

Bonus steps would include:

  • Recommending areas of improvement for future events

Final deliverables should include

  • List of organizations for sponsorships
  • At least one organization committed to sponsorship.
Mentorship
Domain expertise and knowledge

Providing specialized, in-depth knowledge and general industry insights for a comprehensive understanding.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes
Good health and well-being

About the company

Company
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
0 - 1 employees
Business services, Education, Consumer goods & services, Hospital, health, wellness & medical, Individual & family services

iListen offers a unique service focused on confidential listening sessions and customized education to improve listening skills, distinct from traditional therapy. This approach can be valuable in various personal and professional contexts, as effective listening is an essential skill in communication and relationship-building.