We are planning a Heritage Ball as a fundraiser. The 8th Regiment Band (mid-19th century) is providing music for free. The local SCV is excited about participating. I’m in a quandary about what to charge for tickets. Cost per person including food, drinks, rental etc. is $38.75. We can seat 200. Our goal is to raise $20,000. I plan on asking 20 old Rome families and businesses to “host” at $1000. For that they receive 4 dinner tickets and a brief family history in the program. This leaves 120 seats at $75.00. This gets us to our goal.
Here’s the dilemma. My dear friend from the band says most re-enactors would expect to and be willing to pay $50 per couple max. I don’t want this to be an elitist event but $50 for a couple doesn’t break even much less raise funds! We had planned on advertising the ball to regional re-enactors and inviting local re-enactors. I don’t want to offend them with the high ticket price. We really need them there to provide a sense of authenticity. The band members will receive free tickets but I can’t give all re-enactors free tickets. I can’t think of a way to have two ticket prices without it becoming uncomfortable.
Any sage advice? If you’ve put on a ball before I’d love to hear from you!
Thanks,
Katie
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