Fundraising Party Planning Checklist

The following checklist can be used as a guide when creating your list of tasks to complete when planning your fundraising house party. This list is not exhaustive, and should be customized to fit the scope and size of the your event.

Sample Task List

  • Recruit Host Committee
  • Determine the scope - What type of party is it? (see examples in the House Party 101 guide)
  • Plan program - Will there be speakers? Music? Activities? Other entertainment?
  • Create budget (if needed)
  • Set your fundraising goals
  • Secure venue/host
  • Secure date/time
  • Create Invite List
  • Send invitations (see sample here)
  • Plan the menu or snacks, including any beverages - Is the host committee responsible for the food? Will the event be a potluck?
  • Make shopping list (food, paper goods, decorations)
  • Make list of equipment/supplies needed (chairs, table, speakers, etc.)
  • Plan venue layout
  • Additional outreach to invitees (email, phone, social media, etc.)
  • Confirmation calls to scheduled attendees
  • Create Day-of schedule (see sample in the House Party 101 guide)
  • Have a great house party!
  • Follow up with attendees

Related Resources

Virtual Fundraising House Parties 101

Virtual house parties have many of the same benefits as in-person house parties. They’re fun for attendees and relatively easy to plan and execute. They provide an informal way to share about your work, network, and boost morale for members.

Organizing Resource

House Party 101: How to Put the “Fun” in Fundraising

House parties are one fun and easy approach to start fundraising. They are informal, efficient, and can easily change to fit each group’s size, needs, budget, and goals. House parties also provide a great opportunity to promote your work, network with others in the community, and serve as a morale-booster for group members.

Organizing Resource