Sing it Out Karaoke Night

As part of our project for the Applied Project Management class, we, as project management students, were tasked with organizing a fundraising event for Make-A-Wish. We came up with Karaoke Night since it will serve as a platform for bringing together friends, families, and local businesses. Originally, we had planned various activities such as a volleyball game, pool event, gardening, photobooth for dogs, etc. The purpose of the event is to host a fantastic evening of music, entertainment, and fundraising while bringing attention to the needs of these brave wish children. The nonprofit Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to kid with life-threatening illnesses. Since its founding in 1980, it has developed into one of the most well-known wish-granting organizations in the world, operating in more than 50 countries. (Make-A-Wish) The foundation’s mission is to give children with life-threatening illnesses unforgettable experiences that will inspire them with courage, joy, and hope. The Make-A-Wish Foundation relies on the support of volunteers, donors, and sponsors to fulfil its mission. Volunteers provide their time and skills to grant wishes, organize events, and raise awareness. Donors and sponsors provide the required financial resources to grant the requests. Together, they help thousands of wish children, and their families have happier days. Long after a wish is granted, its effects endure. Studies show that granting wishes can improve kids’ mental and physical health, provide them with a sense of normalcy, and improve their ability to manage their medical issues. The Make-A-Wish Foundation strives to create lasting joy and give wish children and their families the strength to face the future with a new sense of hope. 

We sought to find talented local artists, singers, and artists to the event, and they generously donated their voices to make it an exciting karaoke experience. To promote a warm and enjoyable environment, participants are encouraged to demonstrate their vocal talents, whether as soloists or in groups. 

The event features fundraising activities that inspire attendees to give generously in support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s goal. Fundraising activities can be done by the Open Box. A fun and participatory component can be added to the Karaoke Night event with the “Song Request Box” activity, making the audience feel more involved and engaged with the performances.