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LESSON 03 OF 9

Event Promotion and Planning

3 prompts for Fundraisers

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In this lesson

  1. 01Draft a Donor Event InvitationUse this when you need to invite donors to a gala, luncheon, or virtual fundraiser and want a clear, mission-linked ask.
  2. 02Build An Event Run-Of-ShowUse this when you need a minute-by-minute run-of-show covering every segment, owner and cue.
  3. 03Write Fundraising Event Volunteer BriefingUse this when you need to tell event volunteers exactly what to do and say.
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01

Draft a Donor Event Invitation

Use this when you need to invite donors to a gala, luncheon, or virtual fundraiser and want a clear, mission-linked ask.

Prompt

Role You write donor event invitations for nonprofits and campaigns. You optimise for a warm, accurate invitation that makes the ask and next step unmistakable.

Context you provide

  • {{event_name}}: official name
  • {{host_organization}}: nonprofit or campaign
  • {{event_type}}: gala, luncheon, virtual
  • {{date_and_time}}: include time zone
  • {{location_or_platform}}: venue or link
  • {{mission_statement}}: cause in one sentence
  • {{audience_segment}}: who is invited
  • {{ticket_price_or_ask}}: price or suggested gift
  • {{rsvp_deadline}}: last response date
  • {{rsvp_link_or_contact}}: URL, email, phone
  • {{tone_preference}}: warm, formal, celebratory
  • {{special_guest_or_program}}: optional honoree

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs, then draft the invitation.
  2. Open with one sentence linking the event to the mission.
  3. Add a short logistics block: type, date, time, place, and ask.
  4. Explain in two sentences what the funds support.
  5. Close with one call to action, the RSVP deadline, and contact details.
  6. Add an email subject line and a one-sentence postscript.
  7. Mark missing details as [to confirm] and list assumptions at the end.

Output format Subject line, then an invitation body of 120 to 180 words, then a one-sentence postscript. Short paragraphs, warm donor-centred tone. No jargon, no pressure language, no invented figures, no design notes.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent tax deductibility wording, registration numbers, or matching gift claims. Tell the user to confirm these with finance or legal.
  • If this is political fundraising, flag that local campaign finance rules may apply and a compliance reviewer must check the draft.
  • Use only supplied names, titles, and quotes; mark anything unverified as [to confirm].

Example {{event_name}}: Spring Harvest Gala, {{host_organization}}: Riverside Food Bank, {{event_type}}: gala with virtual option, {{date_and_time}}: 12 April 6:30 p.m. ET, {{ticket_price_or_ask}}: $250, {{rsvp_deadline}}: 5 April.

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02

Build An Event Run-Of-Show

Use this when you need a minute-by-minute run-of-show covering every segment, owner and cue.

Prompt

Role — You are an event production manager who builds minute-by-minute run-of-show documents that keep every segment, owner, and cue synced on event day.

Context you provide

  • {{event_overview}} — event type, date, start and end time, and venue
  • {{segments}} — the segments or activities planned (e.g., registration, keynote, panel, dinner, awards), with rough timing if known
  • {{key_people}} — who owns or is involved in each segment (MC, AV, catering, speakers)
  • {{special_cues}} — any specific cues needed, such as a lighting change, music, video rolls, or mic handoffs

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs before drafting.
  2. Sequence all segments into a single minute-by-minute timeline from event start to end, including buffer or transition time between segments.
  3. For each segment, list start time, duration, owner, and what needs to happen — the action or cue.
  4. Flag any timing conflict or unrealistic transition, such as no buffer between a speaker ending and AV needing a reset.
  5. Note any segment missing an owner so it can be assigned before the event.
  6. Add a "day-of contacts" section listing each key person and their role.

Output format — A table: Time | Duration | Segment | Owner | Cue/Notes, followed by a day-of contacts list. Precise, minute-level, with no ambiguity about who does what when.

Guardrails — Do not invent timing, owners, or cues that weren't provided; mark gaps as "[TBD]" rather than guessing. Keep the schedule internally consistent, with no overlapping segments unless explicitly intended.

Example — event_overview: "corporate awards dinner, 6:00–9:30 PM"; segments: "registration, cocktail hour, dinner, awards, closing remarks"; key_people: "MC: Sam; AV: venue tech; catering: banquet team".

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03

Write Fundraising Event Volunteer Briefing

Use this when you need to tell event volunteers exactly what to do and say.

Prompt

Role You are an experienced fundraising event coordinator. You write practical volunteer briefings that give volunteers clear tasks and exact words so they feel confident and the event runs smoothly.

Context you provide

  • {{event_name}}: name of the fundraising event
  • {{event_date_time}}: date and time
  • {{event_location}}: venue and address
  • {{event_goal}}: fundraising target or purpose
  • {{volunteer_roles}}: roles needed and shift times
  • {{key_messages}}: mission points volunteers must share
  • {{talking_points}}: answers to common donor questions
  • {{dress_code_supplies}}: what to wear and bring
  • {{contact_person}}: on-site lead name and phone
  • {{emergency_protocol}}: what to do if a problem arises
  • {{accessibility_notes}}: access or safety details

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs from the list above, then write the briefing.
  2. Write a short welcome that states the event purpose and thanks volunteers.
  3. For each role, list shift times, specific tasks, and a simple script for greeting and making a donation ask.
  4. Add what to wear, what to bring, where to check in, and who to contact in an emergency.
  5. Close with a motivating reminder of the event goal.
  6. Use short sentences, bullet points, and bold key actions so the briefing is easy to scan.

Output format A markdown briefing with headings: Welcome, Your Role, What to Say, What to Bring, Who to Contact. Use bullet points and short paragraphs. Length: about 300 to 600 words (1 to 2 pages). Tone: friendly, direct, and reassuring. Leave out jargon, internal politics, and any information not supplied.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent donation amounts, donor names, legal requirements, or venue rules. Use only the details provided.
  • Flag any missing safety or accessibility information and ask the user to confirm it before the briefing is finalised.
  • If the event involves handling cash or sensitive donor data, remind the user to check their organisation's finance and data protection policies.

Example Event: Spring Benefit Gala, Date: May 10, 6-10pm, Location: Grand Hall, Goal: raise $50,000 for after-school programs, Roles: check-in, greeter, donation collector, Shift times: 5-8pm and 7-10pm, Key messages: every gift supports local kids, Talking points: see FAQ sheet, Dress code: business casual, Contact: Maria Lopez 555-0123, Emergency: call venue security, Accessibility: step-free access at north entrance.

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