event coordinator
We are excited about the opportunity to partner with you and bring life-changing resources to your area.
To ensure a successful conference, here’s how you can get started:
- Select a Tentative Date: Check our event calendar; then email us with request for 30-day hold. The date must be 6+ months out, and the location and funding must be secured 5+ months in advance.
- Secure a Location: Confirm a law enforcement-friendly location; churches are most common. Ensure seating for up to 100 attendees, equipped with audio and video capabilities to enhance the conference experience.
- Pursue Funding: Below are tiers to guide your conference funding needs. Many have successfully engaged local businesses, organizations, and individuals who share a passion for supporting law enforcement families.
- Begin Advertising: Once the date and location are confirmed, and funding received, registration will be opened!
FUNDING TIERS
Characteristics
A great Event Coordinator is someone who:
- Organizes and manages projects with exceptional attention to detail
- Communicates effectively and builds strong interpersonal relationships
- Manages fundraising through sponsors and/or donors to cover event expenses
- Handles situations professionally and solves problems effectively
- Supports law enforcement families passionately
- Commits to the BTBM vision and mission
- Relates to and demonstrates the BTBM values
Responsibilities
Required
- Establish leadership team (5-10 people)
- Brainstorm and pursue sponsors and donors
- Confirm conference venue with audio/video (AV) capabilities
- Arrange for day-of security and AV support
- Facilitate payments (online/mail)
- Promote the conference (ongoing)
Optional
- Secure funding for food (coffee, snacks, lunch)
- Arrange childcare (workers, rooms, activities, snacks)
- Obtain 10-15 door prizes (no more than 20)
- Plan 2-3 games for breaks
- Coordinate worship music for opening and/or closing
Notes
- Fundraising for Security + AV Professionals can be avoided with confirmed volunteers
- Optional Costs will increase for a combined group over 50 (participants, speakers, coordinators)
Join us for a once in a lifetime experience!
Our Bless The Badge Cruise & Conference is heading to ALASKA in 2025!
It's an amazing opportunity to spend time with fellow officers, spouses, and supporters!