Host a Book Club
Are you and your friends bookworms, and love to catch up to discuss the latest book you’ve read? Why not host a Girls Night In Book Club! Choose a book that you’re all interested in, read it before the night and then come along, get comfortable and chat, debate and gush over your chosen novel. You could even choose a book which has been turned into a movie and discuss the book first and then watch the movie together! Not only is hosting a Girls’ Night In a great chance to catch up with your girlfriends after a difficult year, it’s also a fantastic way to make a difference to those South Australian women who need us most.
How do I host a Book Club?
It can be as big or small as you like; pick your book, set the scene with fairy lights or music, choose your catering and try to set up as early as you can so that you can enjoy your evening with the special people in your life.
How to turn your Book Club into a successful fundraiser for women’s cancers
Register to set up your online fundraising page
Make it easy for donors, both before, during and at your event by setting up your online fundraising page. It’s an easy way to ask for donations. Even if people can’t attend, they can still make a donation to support you and your cause.
Set a fundraising goal
Think about a realistic goal and share it with your friends. Knowing how much you’re hoping to raise will give your friends a sense of how much they should donate to help you.
Kick-start your fundraising
Show you’re committed by making a contribution to your own fundraising page to get the ball rolling. Your guests will soon follow.
Spread the word
Share your fundraising page via Instagram, Facebook, email, and ask your guests to do the same. Unfortunately, we all know someone affected by cancer, so you’d be amazed how supportive even strangers can be.
Remind people to donate
Don’t forget to keep guests up-to-date with details of your event and your progress as you near your goal. Remind them to donate online anytime. Make sure you have donation boxes on the night – even spare change helps.
Approach your employer
Ask your employer to match the amount you raise at your event to double your impact.
Approach local businesses and boost your fundraising
Identify local businesses that could assist in catering, supplying raffle prizes, game prizes or items for auction. Ask your hairdresser, beautician or even piliates group – they'd love to support your cause too! Download our handy guide for how to get the support of local businesses.
Share your impact
Use the Girls' Night In resources in the lead up to and at your event. Share your story, let everyone know why you got involved and the impact that your making together.
