Preparing a budget that includes the estimated costs for every item on your “event needs” list will help you orchestrate a cost-effective event. Below, please find a budget example based on an actual event.
Designer |
$1,200 |
Ads, programs, event signs/posters |
$60 |
Program |
$60 |
Invitations |
$600 |
Posters 2' x 3' |
$35/each |
Signs 2' x 3' on foam board |
$65/each |
Photography, 4 hours, includes CD of images |
$600 |
Banner |
$700 |
Mailing, Envelopes, postcards |
$500-$800 |
Cville Ads |
1/4 page (4.75" x 6.25"), color ad: $375 |
Hook Ads |
1/4 page (4.75" x 6.25"), color ad: $385 |
Virginia Business Ads |
1/3 page square ad central region (4 7/8" x 4 3/4") BW $1075 |
Richmond Times Dispatch Ads |
BW 3 3/4" x 4" M-W $920, Thurs-Sat $1000, Sunday $1216 |
Cavalier Daily Ads |
Approx. $114 for a 5.5" x 5" ad |
Daily Progress Ads |
BW Mon-Sat 3.733" x 3" =$144, Sun=$153 |