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Eight mistakes to avoid when organising a charity fundraising event

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This resource highlights common mistakes organisations make when organising charity fundraising events and explains how to avoid them.

The guide outlines eight key mistakes that can undermine the success of fundraising events, including compliance issues, inadequate insurance, poor planning, and insufficient volunteer preparation.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • Strengths planning and risk awareness, improves volunteer coordination, helps ensure safety in fundraising events.

    • How to apply this resource

    Use this guide during event planning to identify potential risks and implement preventative measures.

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