Host an Event for the NEC Society
Every event, from family benefits and walks to runs, golf outings, galas, dinner parties, barbecues, bake sales, garage sales, and beyond, plays a vital role in advancing the NEC Society’s mission.
Honor a loved one & support the NEC Society
Many families choose to organize local events to honor the children and families affected by NEC. It’s a meaningful way to recognize a birthday, milestone, or significant anniversary.
These events are a great opportunity to share your story, raise awareness, and provide the NEC Society with the necessary resources to fuel our work.
Have questions or need support? Reach out to sarah@necsociety.org
How to Get Started
- Determine the most comfortable way to share how NEC affected your family.
- Set a fundraising goal and communicate why you support the NEC Society, a tax- exempt nonprofit organization (EIN#: 46-4426455).
- We understand that fundraising can feel uncomfortable but remember that your friends, family, colleagues, and community want to support you.
- Pick a date and send a save the date by email, text messaging, social media.
- Create a budget for food, beverages, venue costs, and giveaways.
- Find a venue. Some great suggestions:
- Your backyard, golf course, local restaurant, bowling alley
- Local park and beach – please check with your local officials to confirm you can host
- Any venue that will bring people out to support you!
- If you’re working with a local business or company, offer to highlight their support in your outreach as an incentive and acknowledgment for helping.
- Be sure to tag the NEC Society (@necsociety) in all your communications and use the hashtag #preventNEC
Next Steps
- Create a fundraising page on the NEC Society’s website. Include a donation option for people who are unable to attend but want to contribute.
- Create a calendar (when to send invites, post on social media, follow up).
- Recruit volunteers.
- Collect RSVPs.
- Decide on any giveaways and materials for participants.
How the NEC Society Can Help
- Assist with creating a fundraising page.
- Provide guidance regarding logistics.
- Provide materials for attendees, including NEC Society stickers, NEC information sheets, and personalized printable sheets that include a QR code linking attendees to your donation page.
Have questions or need support? Reach out to sarah@necsociety.org
