Campaign Budget Worksheet
Plan resources before commitments are made. Confirm local contribution, spending and reporting rules with the relevant authority.
Budget rule: Every line needs an owner, a realistic estimate, a payment method, a compliance check and a record of the evidence retained.
1. Funding assumptions
| Source | Target | Confirmed | Notes / restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small donations | |||
| Major donations | |||
| Candidate funds / loan | |||
| Events / merchandise | |||
| Total projected income |
2. Spending plan
| Category | Planned | Committed | Paid | Owner | Compliance check / receipt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff and contractors | |||||
| Printing and materials | |||||
| Advertising and media | |||||
| Travel and events | |||||
| Digital tools and data | |||||
| Election-day operations | |||||
| Contingency | |||||
| Total spending |