Synopsis
This guide has been produced for use by those people who are, or who are likely to be, actively involved in fund-raising at "grass roots" level. The text is packed with ideas on how to get the very best from your money-making efforts and is based upon years of experience organizing and managing fund-raising events at a large South London school. It includes a complete example of how to plan an event from beginning to end and provides sound background information which the organizer can refer to at any time. Many topics crucial to the success of the event are discussed, including: how to plan the event; preparation of a layout drawing and advice on the location of stalls; ways of maximizing stock potential for the stalls; obtaining sponsorship; efficient use of parent potential; efficient deployment of the task force; finding and recruiting stallholders; obtaining games and amusements; finding an appropriate venue; the essentials of positive advertising; requirements for a public address system; insurance and on-site safety; and setting up the event. A section of the book has been devoted to compiling a complete and practical fete organizer's working file, packed with typical examples of tables and letters, all of which are fully documented.