A thank you speech is the most important part of every event. You always need to know whom you have to thank in the first place. First and most lists the people you need to thank at the particular event and list them from the most important person, probably the chief guest, to the organisers, then the list of sponsors and above all don't forget to list the people who helped this event take place. These people could include the backstage.

After the list is prepared write down the reasons as to why these people are being thanked, as in either because of the donation or the support or whatever be the reason, but do mention it. One of the most important criteria you need to looks at is the Time. Try to stick your speech within the time frame; don't go on prolonging it could really get boring!!! Always write a speech on a small note card or a small piece of paper. It should just be an outline and not a whole written speech that is read out to people.