Decide what you're going to do, when, and how.

Get some help - involve your friends and family.

Budget for anything you need to buy upfront. Think carefully about the resulting income you might raise. Companies and businesses are often happy to donate items you need for your fundraising event, it might be worth approaching them.

Make a list of everything that needs to be done. It is useful to create a timetable, counting down to the day of your event - break tasks down and give yourself deadines to meet. Be realistic about how long things take and build in a bit of extra time to account for unexpected delays.

Stay safe. If your event involves the general public rather than friends, family and colleagues you may have to consider legal, health and safety, and insurance issues. These websites are really useful:
www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk
www.how2fundraise.org

Let us know your plans. Contact us by email.

Let other people know about your fundraising attempt. Spread the word by promoting your event.

Enjoy yourself - after all you're raising money for a great cause and your efforts will make a huge difference to the future of butterflies and moths.

Say Thank you. Send a message to everyone who helped make your event a success. Let them know how much you raised.