Do you want to raise money for the RSPCA Oxfordshire and have fun doing it?
Holly, Teddy and Ale did just that and put together a quiz night at Snells Hall in East Hendred to fundraise for the RSPCA Oxfordshire.
Holly commented on the experience: ‘from booking the venue, organising the TENs license and stocking a full bar, to writing quiz questions and coordinating the full logistics of the evening, managing the event from start to finish was such a fun experience. It took lots of hard work to put the whole event together but I’m delighted to say that it culminated in a hugely successful evening! We had 10 quiz teams and more than 80 people in attendance who helped us raise a hugely impressive £800! Thank you so much to all the businesses who donated raffle prizes Provenance Potatos, The Eyston Arms, Cotswold Wildlife Park, Oxford City Stars, Bare Essentials, and Infineum.’
Mini Guide to Hosting a Charity Quiz Night
1. Plan the Event
- Choose a venue like a community hall.
- Obtain necessary licenses, such as a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) if serving alcohol.
- Set a fundraising goal and align the event with your cause, like supporting RSPCA Oxfordshire.
2. Write the Quiz and Organise a Raffle
- Prepare engaging quiz rounds with diverse topics and clear rules.
- Gather raffle prizes by reaching out to local businesses for donations.
3. Promote the Event
- Use social media, community boards, and flyers to spread the word.
- Highlight the cause, the fun activities planned, and any prizes.
4. Run the Evening
- Set up the venue with tables, answer sheets, and a bar stocked with drinks and snacks.
- Host the quiz with enthusiasm, announce winners, and draw raffle prizes to keep the energy high.
5. Celebrate and Thank Supporters
- Share the total funds raised and thank attendees, donors, and volunteers.
- Post event highlights to show the impact of their contributions.
By streamlining your efforts into these five steps, you can organise a memorable and successful quiz night!
