Charity Convention

NooNooPud

Hi

I'm really sorry if I've posted this in the wrong section, but it looked like the most likely place to put it.

A group of us are trying to organise a music convention for charity. The charity we're giving to is a pretty well known one and we're in the very first stages of trying to organise this.

Basically what we were wondering is where do we start? Do we need to register with anyone to hold this event seeing as people will be paying to come through the doors. Also can anyone suggest any help on maybe getting a good deal on hiring venues in London or even a place to receive help with prizes.

I know this is a long shot, but any help would be great.

Many thanks
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soolin

You have a lot of work in front of you and it might be worth trying to find an organisation that can help you. If you are hiring a venue you need all sorts of insurances and bonds, you need insurance against all sorts of cancellations etc.Even to a run a large commercial raffle you need to be fully registered and the name and the address of the promoter on the tickets.

If your charity is a large one don't they have any sort of fundraising team that can help you?

Savvy_Sue

Agree with soolin that you should start by getting as much information from the charity as possible: their trustees need to agree to your event if you are using their name in the publicity, and if it is a large one they will have materials and advice, if nothing else!

jenny_f

Not exactly sure what you want but I've used this company before and they cover most things - speakers, PA, sound, lighting, etc.
They also offer charity discounts and will probably be able to offer advice on organising the event.
The website is https://www.amplifyevents.co.uk
HTH