ABC Chapter Fundraising Event of the Year Award
Award Description:
The ABC Chapter Fundraising Event of the Year award recognizes a single fundraising event that demonstrates exceptional planning, execution, and engagement by a chapter and its members. This award honors chapters that have successfully raised funds while showcasing leadership, creativity, and teamwork. Awards will be given for each tier of chapter sizes, acknowledging the accomplishments of both small and large chapters.
Nomination Overview (150 words)
Provide a concise overview highlighting your chapter’s fundraising event. Address the following:
How would you describe the fundraising event?
What educational components, goals, and objectives were set for the event?
Were these goals met?
Why was this project chosen?
How were funds raised and how will they be used?
This overview may be used in promotional materials, and ABC reserves the right to modify it. Emphasize the chapter’s creativity, planning, and measurable success in fundraising to set the tone for the full nomination.
Nomination Details (350-500 words)
Answer all prompts in order, leaving space between responses:
Eligibility & Funds Raised:
Confirm that at least 33% of the funds raised were retained by the chapter.
If partnered with a charity, describe the charity and how funds will be used.
Event Design & Execution:
Describe décor, special effects, lighting, entertainment, and staging supporting the theme.
Venue / Event Site:
Describe the location and any unique challenges or opportunities presented by the site.
Food & Beverage:
Describe the menu, design, and how it supported the event theme.
Chapter Leadership & Participation:
Outline chapter board and committee involvement.
Include total number of attendees and breakdown of members versus guests.
Financial Efficiency:
Provide the percentage of money spent compared to money raised (amount spent per $1 raised).
Supporting Materials for Submission
To receive full credit, upload the following:
Event planning timeline, day-of timeline, agenda, and program
List of event sponsors, indicating:
Which sponsors are ABC members
Whether donations were cash or in-kind
Estimated value of all in-kind donations
Spreadsheet detailing budget, actual revenue, expenses, and any funds donated to charity
List of all paid services
5–6 high-quality photos of the fundraising event
Up to 3 marketing materials (emails, flyers, social posts)
Up to 3 examples demonstrating sponsorship or donations (photos of items, solicitation letters, or letters from charities)
Optional video segment (max 2 minutes via Vimeo or YouTube)
Who Should Apply
Chapters that executed a single, well-planned fundraising event with measurable results
Chapters demonstrating creativity in event design, engagement, and execution
Chapters showing strong leadership, volunteer participation, and efficient use of funds
Both small and large chapters are eligible; awards will recognize accomplishments across chapter tiers
