Movie Night Organiser Resources

Movie Night Fundraiser Resource Bundle

Lights, snacks, action! Everything you need to run a fun and easy movie night fundraiser

A movie night is one of the most low-effort, high-enjoyment fundraisers you can run—and it’s a great way to bring families together while raising money for your school or club.

Whether you're showing a film in the school hall, outdoors under the stars, or even in a hired venue, this resource bundle will walk you through the steps from planning to popcorn.

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Movie Night - How-to Guides

• How to Run an Outdoor Movie Night

Contents:

• Step 1: Plan Your Movie Night Like a Pro
• Step 2: Lock in Your Venue
• Step 3: Choose Your Movie & Equipment
• Step 4: Fundraising & Ticketing
• Step 5: Food & Snacks
• Step 6: Promote Like a Boss
• Step 7: Real Tips from Aussie Fundraisers

• How to make a VIP section at your movie night - Why You Need a VIP Section at Your School Movie Night (and How to Make It Shine)

• Movie Fundraising - Top Movie Fundraiser Ideas That Raise More Money

Contents:

1. Movie Ticket Fundraisers
2. Cinema Hire & Private Screenings
3. Outdoor Movie Fundraisers
4. How to Promote Your Movie Night Fundraiser
5. Connecting Your Movie Event to Your Cause

Movie Night - Swipe Files

The following templates can be found in our 'Fundraising Whisperer's Toolbox' - Sign up to become a member (free, of course) and you will be able to access all of them - just pull up the 'start-of-year' category in the toolbox.

• Movie Night Organiser To-Do List - Keep this timeline handy, and you'll be setting the scene for an unforgettable night under the stars.
• Risk Management Template - Identify hazards and controls for your site.
• Purchase Approval Form - Our form makes purchasing easier, so you can formally get the green light for important purchases
• Bulk Supplies Order Form - Consolidate consumables and delivery dates.
• Certificate of Appreciation Templates - Our Volunteer Appreciation Certificate templates in Canva are designed to be easily accessible and editable.
• Volunteer Roster Template - Make it easy for helpers to sign up and stay on track with clear shift planning.
• Handover Report Template - This template facilitates the smooth transition of responsibilities by documenting key details to be passed