Here are some questions to consider first:

1. Does the fundraiser align with our mission?
2. Does the group planning the fundraiser align with our organization’s values?
3. Will our supporters be invited to the fundraiser? [Ideally, third-party fundraisers should target a separate audience from your donors, bringing in new people to learn about your organization’s work. In short, third parties should bring in people from their network, not depend on you to tap your network.]
4. What is your organization’s role? Will you sell tickets? Cover any of the costs? Take a lead role in marketing and promotion? [Ideally, the third party should take on the full responsibility for planning and execution of the fundraiser, but there may be times when it makes sense to offer a bit of assistance.]
5. How will proceeds be allocated to our organization?