> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.pears.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.pears.io/engage/coalitions/mark-a-coalition-as-complete.md).

# Mark a Coalition as Complete

Before a coalition can be marked as complete, all required fields must be filled in. Review the checklist below to ensure your record is ready.

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You will not be able to mark the coalition as complete until all of the following requirements are met.
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## Completion Requirements

* **Members** — At least one member must be added to the coalition.
* **Program Areas** — One or more program areas must be selected.
* **Relationship Depth** — A relationship depth must be set in the evaluation.
* **Has Events** — The "Did this coalition have events?" question must be answered (Yes or No).
* **Collaborators** — At least one collaborator must be added.
* **Custom Data** — All required custom data fields, if configured for your organization, must be completed.

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#### Review the coalition record

Open the coalition and verify that all required sections listed above are complete. Address any missing information before proceeding.
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#### Mark as complete

Click the **Mark as Complete** button. If all requirements are met, the coalition status will update to **Complete**.

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If any requirements are not met, PEARS will display a message indicating which fields still need attention.
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