Third Party Fundraiser Policies and Procedures
By choosing to host a third-party fundraiser for Lola's Rescue, you are agreeing that you are responsible for all details of the event including: underwriting all of the related costs; recruiting volunteers to help out at the event; creating fliers to publicize the event; working the actual event. Organizers are responsible for obtaining all permits, especially those for raffles and games of chance.
The event must be promoted in a manner to avoid the appearance of Lola's Rescue endorsing any project, firm, organization, individual, or service.
Lola's Rescue should receive a list of targeted sponsors before they are approached in order to make sure that there is no overlap with other events.
Due to the number of requests we receive, Lola's Rescue cannot:
- Promote your event on our website.
- Set up and man a booth at your event.
- Distribute posters or literature for your event.
- Supply adoptable animals for your event.
Lola's Rescue is not financially liable for the promotion and/or staging of third-party events.
Only the final net proceeds from the event are to be processed by Lola's Rescue. Third-party event revenue and expenses can not flow through Lola's Rescue accounts.
Next step: Fill out our short form telling us about your event.
Tips to plan and market your event:
Once registered Lola's Rescue will provide documents that will help with fundraisers.
Seek the help of friends and family: Getting help with an event will help you brainstorm creative ideas, divide the work and have more fun. .
Crunch the numbers: In the early stages of planning, you will want to identify your expenses and potential sources of income and donations. You will also want to set a fundraising goal for your event.
Keep expenses low: A great way to increase the amount of money you raise at an event is to limit the amount of money you spend. Keep your event expenses low by asking people to donate or discount event-related expense items such as venue rental fees, entertainment, decorations, food and beverages. Ask for donations for auction items and raffle prizes.
Make a list, check it twice: Who will want to be involved in your event? Identify who those people are, how you want to get them involved, how you will ask them and if they will be available when you need them.
Reach out for support: Consider asking for sponsorship or underwriting for your event. Many companies look for opportunities to reach niche audiences by sponsoring community events. What kind of people are attending your event and what type of company might like to reach those people? Put together a short proposal with information about your event and the likely attendees. Make sure to include information about the benefits and recognition your sponsors will receive (signage, free tickets, etc.).
Shout it from the rooftops: Much of your success will depend on how well you spread the word about your event and the number of people you invite. How do you plan to let people know about your event? The more ways you can get the word out, the better.
Incorporate other ways to raise money: Think about what other things you can add on to your event to raise funds – live or silent auctions, raffles, 50-50 drawings, passing the hat, and sales of food or merchandise are just some examples of ways you can raise additional funds at an event. Don’t be shy to approach business owners to ask for donations – you’d be surprised at how generous people can be and how willing they are to help.
Don’t forget to say thanks: Send letters to all of the supporters and volunteers that helped make your event a success. You will probably want their help again next year!
Keep lists up-to-date: Having a list of your event contacts makes future planning much easier. Make sure all contact lists always have the most up-to-date information (e-mail, addresses and phone numbers).
Mark your calendar: If you know the date for next year’s event, be sure to let everyone know as soon as possible so they can plan to attend.