Pre-creation Checklist:
Does the organization you wish to host events with offer volunteer-host training? If yes, have you attended the training?
If the event you're hosting is virtual, do you have a Zoom link? Or has the organization communicated that they will add a Zoom link for you later?
Get a Zoom account and create a Zoom link.
If you have co-hosts, do you have their correct emails?
If it's three yeses in a row, you're good to go!
The following instructions are for supporter-hosted events. The organization you're hosting with may have additional instructions! Make note of the organization that you are submitting your event to.
Create your event signup page
Note: You can edit any event details after creating your event. Depending on your role as Host or Trusted Host, you may not be able to edit all fields after event approval.
Basic info: Add event title and custom description.
Visibility: Select "Public" or "Private" as appropriate.
Location: For in-person events, add a complete street address. For virtual events, you can add a zip code or city/state to show the event to supporters in a particular location.
Date & time: Add an event date, start and end times, and video call link if applicable.
Communications: Add your phone number and any details you'd like to appear in the automated post-signup emails sent to attendees.
Accessibility: Check the applicable ADA standards and accessibility features boxes and provide any additional details. Be sure to check out our best practices for accessibility information!
Group chat: Toggle on if you would like to allow event organizers and attendees to communicate about the event via email.
Who else is hosting this event with you? Use the "Add a co-host" button to add as many co-hosts as you'd like. Co-hosts can edit event details and view the host dashboard. You can also add co-hosts after creating the event.
Finalize event creation: If you're not logged in, select from Continue with Facebook, Google, or email. If you're already logged in, simply click the Host this event button!
Check your email! Even if your event has not been approved by a dashboard admin, you can edit the event details. You'll receive another email notifying you once your event is approved.
Next steps
Some organizations require event approval before publishing volunteer hosted events. Check your email for your event's status. Contact the owning organization with any questions about how to host your event, the approval process, or event edits!
Questions?
Check out the Volunteer Host Guide and Volunteer Host FAQs.