Catering for Your Next Fundraiser

With every fundraiser there comes the need for some type of food. If food is going to be part of your event it is important that you choose your food carefully. The food you serve is going to be a big part of what your guest will remember. Whether those memories are good or bad depend on several things including the catering and can depend on what guests thought of the food and services provided. The memories made at your event will influence whether or not your supporters return to the next one.

The best way to ensure that everything falls in place is planning in advance. If you are using a venue they may require that you only use certain catering services or even theirs. There are other venues that won’t have restrictions. In either situation it is best that you allow yourself plenty of time to examine your options before making a final choice.

Things to consider when deciding on a catering service:

Your Catering Needs

To get the most accurate quote for your event you need to provide a list of all the things you will need. These items would include:
• Date, time, and location
• Available kitchen
• Number of guests
• Special dietary needs
• Are you serving Alcohol
• Serving style

Your Budget

It is important to be clear with the caterer about your available budget. Make sure your clear about the event you are having and the theme. These factors are important in making sure that everything matches up and creates the perfect atmosphere. One of the major things that can affect your budget is the menu. Make sure you find out how strict the catering company is with their menu options before ordering.

Presentation is Everything

Before you hire a catering company you will also want to see different photographs of other events they have catered. When you view these pictures you should be paying attention to portion size and the presentation of the plate.

Now you can see why it is important to allow yourself plenty of time to choose a caterer for your next fundraising event. If you have used a caterer for a fundraising event you have had please share your experience with us below.