How to get started

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What?

• Are you able to hold an existing event in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care?
• Do you want to set up something new?
• Simple events often raise the most money.
• Set yourself a realistic target and stick to a budget.

Who?

• Decide whom to invite and when to confirm numbers.
• Decide how many people you want to invite and work out the cost per head.
• Make sure you can cover your costs and still raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

How?

• How are you going to promote your event?
• Do you need any extra help on the day?
• Consider other ways to raise funds on the day.
• Work back from the date of your event.
• Draw up a plan of who is going to do what, by when.

Where?

• Is your venue the right size?
• Is it accessible by public transport?
• Does it have wheelchair access?
• Do you to need supply tables and chairs?
• Are there catering facilities?
• Do you need any special equipment, materials or insurance?
• Try to get as many goods and services for free or at a discount.

When?

• Consider the weather.
• Consider key dates - bank holidays, festivals, local fetes and events.
• If you’re inviting friends, try not to clash with birthdays or school holidays.
• Avoid competing against an established event - especially if you are inviting the public.

Every penny you raise will help a family affected by cancer.

For more information please contact the Great Ideas team.