Brain Aneurysm Foundation Event Planning Guide 2016-BAF-Event-Manual | Page 4

It is easier than ever to host a Brain Aneurysm Foundation event. We provide the guidance you need, as well as the resources to ensure you have a positive, fun experience and a successful event . FOR ALL APPROVED FUNDRAISERS, THE BRAIN ANEURYSM FOUNDATION CAN: • Offer advice on event planning & fundraising • Provide access to your own personal fundraising page • Provide you with our logo for your marketing materials • Assist with soliciting corporate sponsorship and/or in-kind donations; provide sample template letters in Microsoft Word®, generate and distribute thank you letters • Generate a certificate of insurance (if needed) and pay town/city directly for permitting costs, with prior Foundation approval • Help market your event to our constituent database in your area via social media, press releases, and email • Provide Brain Aneurysm Foundation printed literature and branded items for distribution at your event • Provide IRS compliant tax receipts for gifts made at your event HOW THE BRAIN ANEURYSM FOUNDATION CAN HELP WE RELY ON YOU TO: • Decide what type of event you would like to host • Select a date and location: allow 6 months to plan an event to ensure the greatest success • Contact your local governing board to approve the event and to acquire any permit needed • Complete the Event Information Form and email it along with a photo to [email protected] • Form a committee to help with the planning and on the day of your event • Schedule a call with the Brain Aneurysm Foundation to finalize event details DID YOU KNOW? Your event could raise enough money to fund a Chair of Research! Visit: www.bafound.org An Event Planning Guide from the 3 FUN WAYS TO FUNDRAISE