The Gala Toolbox: From Blueprint to Build

$199.00

Everything you need to plan, execute, and run a high-performing fundraising event—templates, trackers, trainings, and real-world examples included.

The Blueprint shows you what to build.


The Gala Toolbox gives you everything you need to actually build it.

This complete package combines the Event Planning Blueprint with a robust collection of ready-to-use templates, spreadsheets, videos, training slides, and examples—built from real fundraising events and refined over years in the field.

Instead of starting from scratch or cobbling together systems that may or may not work, you get proven tools that support every part of your event: planning, procurement, sponsorships, auctions, paddle raises, promotion, and post-event follow-up.

This is for nonprofits who want to do it themselves—but do it better, faster, and with more confidence.

No fluff. No theory.


Just practical tools that help your event run smoother and raise more money.

What’s Included

Everything in the Event Planning Blueprint, plus:

Templates & Trackers

  • Goal Setting / Do the Math worksheet

  • Event Analysis Spreadsheet

  • Run of Show templates

  • Auction Procurement Tracker

  • Sponsorship Tracker

  • Auction Donation Forms

  • Clerking Sheets

  • Paddle Raise tracking sheets

  • Bid Paddle templates

Trainings & Best Practices

  • Welcome / Intro Video

  • PowerPoint Best Practices

  • Paddle Raise PowerPoint Template

  • Bid Paddle Best Practices

  • Auction Rules & Regulations

Real-World Support

  • Links to all tools directly inside the Blueprint

  • Built for Google Sheets, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint

  • Designed to be shared with staff, board, and volunteers

(Plus previews of tools and resources coming soon—sponsorship systems, board playbooks, procurement guides, and more.)

Who It’s For

  • Nonprofits running galas, auctions, or major fundraising events

  • Teams without the budget for consultants—but who still want best practices

  • Event planners who want systems, not stress

  • Organizations ready to raise more money with fewer last-minute scrambles

What This Helps You Do

  • Save dozens of planning hours

  • Delegate clearly and confidently

  • Avoid common (and costly) mistakes

  • Strengthen your auction and paddle raise

  • Run an event that supports year-round fundraising

Everything you need to plan, execute, and run a high-performing fundraising event—templates, trackers, trainings, and real-world examples included.

The Blueprint shows you what to build.


The Gala Toolbox gives you everything you need to actually build it.

This complete package combines the Event Planning Blueprint with a robust collection of ready-to-use templates, spreadsheets, videos, training slides, and examples—built from real fundraising events and refined over years in the field.

Instead of starting from scratch or cobbling together systems that may or may not work, you get proven tools that support every part of your event: planning, procurement, sponsorships, auctions, paddle raises, promotion, and post-event follow-up.

This is for nonprofits who want to do it themselves—but do it better, faster, and with more confidence.

No fluff. No theory.


Just practical tools that help your event run smoother and raise more money.

What’s Included

Everything in the Event Planning Blueprint, plus:

Templates & Trackers

  • Goal Setting / Do the Math worksheet

  • Event Analysis Spreadsheet

  • Run of Show templates

  • Auction Procurement Tracker

  • Sponsorship Tracker

  • Auction Donation Forms

  • Clerking Sheets

  • Paddle Raise tracking sheets

  • Bid Paddle templates

Trainings & Best Practices

  • Welcome / Intro Video

  • PowerPoint Best Practices

  • Paddle Raise PowerPoint Template

  • Bid Paddle Best Practices

  • Auction Rules & Regulations

Real-World Support

  • Links to all tools directly inside the Blueprint

  • Built for Google Sheets, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint

  • Designed to be shared with staff, board, and volunteers

(Plus previews of tools and resources coming soon—sponsorship systems, board playbooks, procurement guides, and more.)

Who It’s For

  • Nonprofits running galas, auctions, or major fundraising events

  • Teams without the budget for consultants—but who still want best practices

  • Event planners who want systems, not stress

  • Organizations ready to raise more money with fewer last-minute scrambles

What This Helps You Do

  • Save dozens of planning hours

  • Delegate clearly and confidently

  • Avoid common (and costly) mistakes

  • Strengthen your auction and paddle raise

  • Run an event that supports year-round fundraising