Balls can raise loads of money but are a lot of work so make sure you have a solid support system in place.
Choose a date
Balls usually take at least a couple of months to plan if not longer so make sure to leave plenty of time!
Choose a venue
Somewhere big enough to seat lots of guests and preferably with a stage for some entertainment to perform and a presenter to host. You may be able to get a discount with an official letter of authority from Centrepoint.
Source some entertainment
Do you have any celebrity contacts or particularly talented friends? Get in touch and ask if they’d like to perform on the night but remember that celebrities can charge a high fee.
Organise an auction
Ask local businesses, friends and family to donate prizes that you can auction off on the night to raise even more money
Book a caterer
Ask guests for their dietary requirements.
Decide how much to charge for entry
Remember to factor in cost of the venue, caterers and entertainment. Donate the profits to Centrepoint.
Put an ask out for volunteers on the night
Ask friends and family to support you on the night by helping to set up the venue, selling raffle tickets and serving drinks.
Shout about it
Promote your event on social media and let friends and family know why you’ve chosen to fundraise for Centrepoint. You could even include the invite in your email signature too.
Get in touch
Email events@centrepoint.org to let us know when you’re planning your event so that we can provide support and resources in the lead up to it.