Third-Party Event Fundraising

A Third-Party Event is any fundraising activity by a non-affiliated group or individual where the Kitsap Humane Society has no fiduciary responsibility and little or no staff involvement. (Examples include donation drives, fundraising parties and bake sales.) The path to launching a third-party event typically begins with an idea and plan of action that is presented to the Kitsap Humane Society. Event organizers must obtain their own liability insurance to cover the event.

The time and effort that you put into such event will benefit the thousands of animals we care for each year at the Kitsap Humane Society. No matter how large or small, your contribution will make a big difference in the lives of our animals.

Rules & Guidelines

The third-party event hosts are responsible for all aspects of the event, including organizing, funding, planning, promoting, managing and staffing. KHS is unable to provide assistance with any of these aspects. (For instance, we cannot pay for any event-related costs, provide mailing lists, send e-mail blasts or direct mail promoting the event, ensure attendance, etc.) Requests for KHS staff, volunteers and/or animals to attend your event are handled on a case-by case basis, but cannot be guaranteed.

Upon approval, you may, in most instances, use the KHS name and logo. KHS must pre-approve all flyers, press releases, publications and any other event promotional materials. All materials must clearly indicate that the event is not sponsored by KHS. It is important that the shelter name and logo be used correctly and spelled properly. Always refer to the organization as the Kitsap Humane Society (not simply the Humane Society). The logo may be reproduced in all black or in all white (on a black or equally dark background.) For color print jobs the color logo should be used.

Submit a Third Party Events Contract to the Kitsap Humane Society
(Download the THIRD-PARTY CONTRACT - Fillable Word Doc or PDF) An events coordinator will contact you to review any issues or concerns and will provide you with guidance and feedback on your proposed plan. Determine legal, insurance, liability, permit and safety issues you may need to address prior to submitting your form. 

Learn More
To learn how your group or business can plan a fundraiser to help the animals awaiting their forever homes at the Kitsap Humane Society, e-mail Rachel at rbearbower@kitsap-humane.org.

Scroll to the bottom for some helpful tips and guidelines to help you plan your special event!

 Current events benefiting KHS:

The Biscuit Mill

The Biscuit Mill, specializing in local all-natural pet treats, is donating 10 percent of all profits to the animals of Kitsap Humane Society. You can find The Biscuit Mill at every Poulsbo Farmers Market or click here to purchase directly from their website. 

Thunder Paws Animal Massage & Underwater Treadmill

Click here to visit Thunder Paws Animal Massage's website. Owner (and shelter volunteer) Terry Shuck often donates her services to our shelter pets and donates proceeds from her various events. 

 ART CARDS FOR CAUSES

Join Art Cards For Causes and select Kitsap Humane Society as your choice nonprofit and 20 percent of your membership fee will be donated to the shelter. Send fine art e-cards to all your friends and family while also helping the animals of Kitsap Humane Society. 

 THE GOODLIFE MASSAGE

Receive a massage from The Good Life Massage and 10% of massage price is donated to KHS! Located at Bayshore Day Spa and Applied Therapeutic Massage in Silverdale

206-724-6155

T.H.A.T. (Teenagers Helping Animals in Trouble)

Ongoing fund and wish list item drives in multiple locations!  

Below are some helpful tips and guidelines to help you plan your special event: 

1. Brainstorm for event ideas. Examples:

• ____-a-Thons: bowl, walk, run, bike, dance, swim
• Auctions: donated goods, art, handmade products, etc.
• Arts and Crafts Shows
• Birthday Parties or Personal Celebrations
• Bring Your Dog to Work Day
• Car Washes
• Church or Community Neighborhood Donation Drive
• Galas
• Garage & Yard Sales
• Theme Parties
• Ticket Sales, Raffles and Entry Fees
• Pet Washes
• School Events: raise a certain amount to make your teacher/principal do something unusual
• Sporting Events and Tournaments (Check out Autoline's TOPDOG Tournament!)
• Denim Friday
• Bake Sale
  
  

2. Set the date and location.

Schedule your event for a day, time and location that provides you with plenty of time to plan and promote it properly. Before confirming the date, check with KHS to make sure it doesn't conflict with another event. 

3. Set fundraising goals and a budget.

Remember, the lower your costs to produce the event, the higher your contribution will be. 

4. Submit a Third Party Events Contract to the Kitsap Humane Society.

(Download the THIRD-PARTY CONTRACT - Fillable Word Doc or PDF) An events coordinator will contact you to review any issues or concerns and will provide you with guidance and feedback on your proposed plan. Determine legal, insurance, liability, permit and safety issues you may need to address prior to submitting your form. 

5. Create a “Day of Event” agenda and checklist. 

6. Develop a publicity/promotion plan.

Flyers, posters and other promotional materials will help generate awareness and excitement about your event. 

7. Have the event!

With proper planning, you can have a fun and successful event. Once your event is over, just submit the proceeds to the Kitsap Humane Society and start planning your next event. (Oh, and don't forget to take pictures!)