Community Event Checklist Template: Permits, Volunteers & Local Partnerships Management

Plan a thriving community event! Our checklist covers everything from securing permits and recruiting volunteers to building strong local partnerships and ensuring a memorable experience for everyone involved. Simplify your planning and maximize your impact.

This Template was installed 4 times.

Permit & Legal Compliance

1 of 8

Ensuring all necessary permits are obtained and legal requirements are met.

Event Type (e.g., Festival, Parade, Gathering)

Application Submission Deadline

Estimated Attendance

Noise Permit Required?

Site Plan (Map of Event Location)

Alcohol Permit Required?

Volunteer Coordination

2 of 8

Recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteers for various tasks.

Total Volunteer Needed

Volunteer Roles Available

Volunteer Training Materials

Volunteer Training Date

Volunteer Training Time

Skills Required

Volunteer Application Form

Local Partnerships & Sponsorships

3 of 8

Cultivating relationships with local businesses and organizations for support.

Tier of Sponsorship Offered

Monetary Contribution

Partner Benefits Provided

Type of Partnership

Agreement Start Date

Partner's Physical Location (For Mapping/Logistics)

Event Logistics & Infrastructure

4 of 8

Planning for event setup, equipment, and essential facilities.

Event Venue Address

Setup Start Date

Setup Start Time

Estimated Attendee Count

Required Equipment (Check all that apply)

Number of Portable Toilets Needed

Venue Specific Instructions/Notes

Marketing & Promotion

5 of 8

Reaching the target audience and maximizing event visibility.

Estimated Attendance

Primary Marketing Channel

Social Media Campaign Start Date

Social Media Post Captions (Draft)

Event Flyer/Poster (Draft)

Marketing Materials to Produce

Risk Management & Safety

6 of 8

Identifying and mitigating potential risks to ensure participant safety.

Estimated Attendance

First Aid Station Location

Security Personnel Required?

Date of Security Briefing

Emergency Contact Notification Time

Potential Hazards Identified (select all that apply)

Detailed Risk Mitigation Plan

Accessibility & Inclusivity

7 of 8

Creating an event that is accessible and welcoming to all members of the community.

Accessible Parking Availability?

Sign Language Interpreter Required?

Assistive Listening Devices Available?

Number of Accessible Restrooms

Visual Aids Provided (e.g., Large Print Signage)?

Additional Accessibility Considerations/Notes

Post-Event Evaluation

8 of 8

Gathering feedback and assessing the event's success.

Estimated Attendance

Actual Attendance

Overall Event Success (Scale 1-5)

Feedback from Attendees (Qualitative Data)

Lessons Learned & Recommendations for Future Events

Did the event meet its intended goals?

Volunteer Hours Logged

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