Count Me In Parties
A Count Me In Party is an event you host for JOES as part of the auction fundraiser. People sign up at the auction by buying a slot to attend your party. The cost to participate varies based on the party. 100% of the funds raised go to the auction.
FAQS
HOST an Outing for kids:
(please specify ages)
Cookie Baking/Decorating Workshop
Beach & BBQ at the Beach
Ice Skating and Hot Chocolate
Kids Bowling and Pizza Outing
Host a Party for kids:
(please specify ages)
Backyard Campout
Tea Party
Movie/Game Party
Beading/Craft Party
Offer a Homemade Item or Lesson:
Mixology Workshop
Jewelry Making Workshop
Knitting or Sewing Lessons
Chess Lessons
Host an Adult or Family Party:
Poker or Game Night
Beer Tasting and Beer Games!
Chocolate tasting party
Mom's Night Out And Karaoke
Buy-in Party FAQs
Q. What kind of party can I host? Anything you, your friends, or your family likes to do! See the “Buy-in Party Ideas” list above.
Q. Who pays for the Buy-in Party? The party host (you). Your efforts to organize and host the party are your donation to JOES. Consider co-hosting a party with one or more individuals to share labor and offset costs. Many Buy-in Parties can be done with very little expense.
Q. How many guests should attend my Buy-in Party? The number of guests depends on what you are going to do and how much space you have. Use this information to determine the maximum number of buy-in guest slots available for the party you are hosting.
Q. How much do I charge for each Buy-in Party guest slot? Consider what you are offering at the party and set the cost appropriately. All guest slots should be a minimum of $15.
Q. When do I throw my Buy-in Party? You can host parties all year long, even in the summer! They can be indoor, outdoor, at night, in the morning. However, once a date is set it cannot be changed. All events should be held within one year of the auction.
Q. Do the people coming to the party need to bring anything? Usually, everything is included. However, if there is anything you will not supply, we can put a "prerequisite" on the party. For example, if you plan a day of boating, you can say a life vest is a prerequisite (bring your own life vest). If you are hosting a hiking trip, you can give guidance on what people should wear and bring.
Q. Is the Auction Buy-in Party tax-deductible? Yes, it is, up to the fullest extent allowed by the Internal Revenue Service and based on what you have contributed. For more advice, please consult a tax professional.