The Nonprofit AI Almanac

Events, outreach and accessibility

Plan a gala run-of-show

Builds a run-of-show (a minute-by-minute schedule) so the night runs smoothly.

Lower risk: public info only — Share event logistics only; keep guest lists and donor data out.

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Before you start, gather

Copy [PROGRAM ELEMENTS] and [NUMBER OF GUESTS] from your event plan and venue contract. List [ROLES] by title. Leave out guest and donor names. Afterward, check the timeline with the venue.

Starter prompt

Create a run-of-show for [EVENT NAME], a [LENGTH] fundraising event for [ORGANIZATION NAME] with about [NUMBER OF GUESTS] guests. Program elements: [PROGRAM ELEMENTS]. Give a timeline from setup to teardown, who is responsible ([ROLES]), and a plan for the fundraising ask. Do not invent vendor names, times or numbers I did not give; write CONFIRM instead of guessing.

Paste the prompt into your AI tool first, then replace the placeholders with your own details. Don't use real names of clients or donors.

Open an AI tool

You are leaving this guide. Copy the prompt first, then open a tool. The link goes to the website of the company named on each link, in a new tab. That company's terms and privacy policy apply there. Paste the prompt in, then replace the placeholders with your own details. Don't enter real names or confidential details.

Check the result

Walk the schedule through with your event team and venue to check the timing.

What it might get wrong

The timeline may use a set-up or catering time the venue contract does not allow. It may let the program run past its planned length. It may place the fundraising ask when guests are already leaving.

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