How to Get Donors, Businesses, and Churches to Sponsor Your Clean Comedy Night Fundraiser

How to Get Donors, Businesses, and Churches to Sponsor Your Clean Comedy Night Fundraiser

Hosting a clean comedy night is a fantastic way to raise funds for your Christian nonprofit. It’s family-friendly, community-building, and joy-filled—exactly the kind of event that aligns with the values of many churches, businesses, and donors. But how do you actually get them to say yes to sponsoring it?

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make the ask—and make it effective.

1. Start With the Why

Before talking logistics or dollar amounts, clearly articulate why you’re hosting a comedy night and what cause it supports.

“We’re raising funds to [insert your mission—support foster families, support women and babies, provide housing for single moms, etc.]. Laughter draws people in, and this night will help us raise awareness, build community, and fund critical work.”

When potential sponsors see the heart behind the event, they’re more likely to get behind it.

2. Show the Value of Sponsorship

Sponsorship should feel like a win-win. Outline the benefits they'll receive, such as:

• Visibility: Logo on all event materials, website, social media shoutouts, and event signage.

• Audience: Exposure to a like-minded audience who values family, faith, and generosity.

• Goodwill: Association with a wholesome, uplifting community event and a worthy cause.

  
  

Make a simple one-page sponsorship packet with tiered options (e.g., $250, $500, $1,000) that clearly list what each level includes.

3. Reach Out Personally

Don’t just email a sponsorship form and hope for the best. Take time to personally connect with:

• Churches: Ask to speak with the missions pastor, outreach director, or leadership team. Share how this event can mobilize their people for a greater cause and provide an evening of clean fun.

• Businesses: Identify local Christian-owned or community-focused businesses. Drop by or call and follow up with a sponsorship packet.

• Individual Donors: Reach out to previous supporters and offer them a chance to underwrite the event or sponsor a table for guests who might not otherwise attend.

The more personal the ask, the better the response.

4. Emphasize the Impact

Be clear about what the funds will actually accomplish. People give to people and to impact—not just to events.

Say things like:

“This event will allow us to provide X number of backpacks for foster kids.”“We’re aiming to raise $10,000, which will cover six months of transitional housing for a mom in crisis.”

Make the cause real, tangible, and urgent.

5. Offer to Involve Them at the Event

Make sponsors feel like partners, not just check-writers.

• Invite them to attend and be recognized.

• Let them set up a table or booth.

• Include them in pre-event promotion (e.g., video shoutouts or thank-you reels).

When they feel included, they’re more likely to support future events.

6. Follow Up With Gratitude and Results

After the laughter fades and the night is over, make sure sponsors know it was worth it.

• Send a thank-you note or video.

• Share the impact: “Because of your support, we raised $12,432 for local foster families.”

• Tag them in social media posts and thank them publicly.

Happy sponsors become repeat sponsors.

Final Thought: Be Bold, Be Clear, Be Grateful

People love to give—especially when it’s fun, mission-driven, and full of purpose. A clean comedy night is the perfect blend of joy and generosity. With the right approach, your next fundraiser could be both hilarious and highly effective.