Whether it’s a customer event, a trade show, a ladies conference or an annual convention for a civic organization, there are many elements that you’ll need to consider in order to plan a conference successfully. DETERMINE YOUR PURPOSE What is
Turning a Rummage Sale into a Blockbuster Event
Dottie Diller has organized the rummage sale at St. Susanna’s in Mason, Ohio for the last six years. Before Dottie came on the scene, the rummage sale netted around $2,000 annually. With Dottie at the helm, the sale has netted
Raffle Basket Ideas
A basket raffle can raise a lot of money for your organization. Here are some raffle basket ideas to get you thinking about baskets that can be created for your event. KIDS 1) Arts and Crafts: markers, crayons, glue, scissors,
Basket Raffle Fundraiser – How It’s Done
A basket raffle fundraiser is an option that can be quite lucrative with relatively modest effort. The premise is simple – baskets of varying themes are donated. Raffle tickets are sold in the weeks leading up to the drawing and
Planning a Book Swap
I joined a book club a few months ago, and I’m thoroughly enjoying it. Great books, great food, great conversation, and a glass or two of wine with some fantastic ladies; I can’t think of a more perfect way to
Gathering Volunteers for a Friend in Need
We’ve all been in the position of feeling a little helpless when someone we love is struggling because of a life-changing event. Whether they are ill, they’ve lost a loved one, or are just journeying through a hard time – everyone around them