| Pricing model | Suggested fees | Projected collection |
|---|---|---|
| Flat per person | ||
| Adult and child | ||
| Household + attendee |
Suggested fees round up to whole dollars so the selected model does not underfund the projected budget. Verify attendance and actual vendor quotes before publishing prices.
Which registration model should you choose?
Flat per person is easiest to explain. Adult and child pricing is useful when children cost less for meals or activities. A household base fee plus attendee fee shares fixed costs across families while still accounting for household size.
Use conservative paying attendance
Do not divide the budget by everyone invited. Use the number of people or households likely to register and pay. If attendance exceeds the estimate, the extra margin can protect the reserve or reduce pressure on future events.
What the target revenue includes
The calculator subtracts fundraising or family subsidies, adds the selected reserve, and grosses up the result for the payment-processing allowance. Optional shirts, excursions, lodging, or transportation should be separated when not every registrant will purchase them.
Frequently asked questions
Should every household pay the same reunion fee?
Equal household pricing is simple, but it can feel unfair when household sizes vary widely. A base household fee plus a smaller attendee fee often balances simplicity and fairness.
Should processing fees be added?
Include payment costs somewhere in the budget. Whether they are built into the published fee or displayed separately should match the payment platform, applicable rules, and the committee's communication plan.
Should fees be rounded?
Whole-dollar amounts are easier to communicate. Round up only enough to avoid underfunding, then explain what is included and how any surplus will be handled.