Finalize your program. Design a vigil appropriate for your community. Have as diverse a program leadership as possible. Make a check list for vigil logistics. Among other things, you will need to print programs, buy candles, select ushers and peacekeepers.
Ensure microphones are in working order.
Hold a Press Conference to Announce the Vigil. One week before Vigil Hold a Press Conference on the day of the vigil. Have a sign-in sheet available so you can contact vigil participants at a later date for the future events or meetings. Advertise future meetings of your coalition to vigil participants. After the Vigil Contact those from the vigil sign-in sheet.