The+Fistula+Foundation

3/30/2011

To raise awareness for women suffering from fistula, we will hold a fundraising talent show whose proceeds will go to the fistula foundation. Any monetary donation will be accepted. With $450, you can provide for one woman's surgery. The fistula foundation helps women in countries such as Afghanistan, Angola, and Kenya. We are applying to the Circle of Friends Group who will supply us with FAQ Lists, media clips, flyers, and donation forms.
 * Abstract:**

Audition Date- May 11th, 2011 Rehearsal Date- (not an official date yet) Talent Show Date- May 18th, 2011 -> Length: an hour - an hour and half depending on the number of acts
 * Procedures:**

Advertisement- Flyers hanging at school, a letter sent home, and announcements in chapel.

Donations- We were unable to sell tickets, but encouraged people attending to donate $3 upon arriving at the talent show. We also provided an additional opportunity to donate during the program after showing a video about fistula.

Talent Show Program: -> approximate start time was 7:00 p.m. -> Opening: Laura welcomed guests and introduced fistula Mr. Hostetter gave a devotional -> First three student acts perform -> Showing of fistula video -> Collect Donations -> Fun Competitions led by Mr. Hostetter -> Final acts performed -> Closing

There were ten acts, and the whole talent show lasted about an hour and fifteen minutes. In all $213.72 was raised which was sent directly to The Fistula Foundation.
 * Measurements:**

There were many things that could have been done differently to better facilitate the show running more smoothly. More advertising needed to be done, but we faced the dilemma of being unable to leave our flyers up at school due to conflict with other church programs. Also, it is strongly suggested not to do any type of fundraising event or an event not sponsored by the church on Wednesday night or any day when there are regular church activities. This clash interfered with our ability to advertise, bring in elementary student acts, and fund raise. Furthermore, we needed to inform the people and the performers more clearly that the talent show was hosted with the express purpose of raising money for fistula. Our presentation of the fistula material also needed to be more personal and more clearly presented. As far as making the evening run more smoothly, an announcement should be made at the beginning to encourage attendees to be respectful to the performers by refraining from using electronics and talking during the show. Whoever is running the sound booth should also be engaged in the program and dedicated not easily distracted. Lastly, a dress rehearsal should be held to ensure that all the performers are prepared the evening of the show.
 * Findings:**

There were a few things we thought enhanced the show, one being Mr. Hostetter's devotional which provided a good focus for the evening. Showing a video was also very beneficial because it gave people perspective and allowed them to see actual women and hear their stories. Overall we had a good blending of the acts to keep the audience interested, and the fun games got the audience involved and allowed a brief break from sitting quietly. The games were also good to have interspersed throughout the evening because they were able to be cut when time was going longer then expected.

But most importantly we raised money for our cause, making the evening a success albeit it could have used some work.


 * Sources:**

//The Fistula Foundation : Home//. Web. 30 Mar. 2011. [].