The duties of active philanthropists can differ depending on the cause they’re supporting and what their personal goals and beliefs are.  Some philanthropists stick to making regular donations, while others actively volunteer to help those in need. Another great way to exercise your philanthropic efforts is to organize or assist in organizing a fundraising event for a cause that has meaning to you.  Today, we see many different types of fundraising events, from online “GoFundMe” pages to extravagant galas that donate all proceeds to a specific cause. If you’re looking for a great way to raise money and awareness for a cause that means a lot to you, follow some of these short steps to organizing a successful fundraising event.   

Find a Purpose

Before anything else is planned, you’ll need to decide what purpose you want your event to focus on.  Whether you’re looking to strictly raise money, raise awareness, network, or a combination of everything; you’ll want to make sure your purpose is clear, so you know where exactly to focus your efforts.  Fundraising events can serve multiple purposes if needed.  Find out what works best for your cause and mission.

Set a Goal

Once you’ve figured out the purpose of your event, you’ll need to set the goal of your fundraiser.  This will likely be based on the specific amount of money you want to raise for your cause. Setting a goal helps attendees and those making a donation know what you’re trying to reach.  Generally, the amount you set should be what you hope to net, after the deduction of expenses....

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