Fundraising burnout can happen, especially if you run more than 3-4 fundraisers a year. Running one per season is not a bad idea, but one every month may be too many. If people believe you're always asking for money they are less likely to say yes. Remember too that you must enlist volunteers. So, plan carefully and space out your fundraisers to see the best results!
There are so many choices! Pick something you think people will purchase (more than once). Pick something that is priced right for your community and most importantly, when you find something people like, make a tradition out of it. A great reason to pick Fund Forward is that we offer high quality and delicious items. We offer gluten-free and nut free products too. The fact is there's something for everyone!
There are auctions, bake sales, events such as talent shows or Walk-A-Thons and hundreds of different product fundraisers. There are pros and cons to each. Product fundraisers are highly effective and much less work than event fundraisers. Anyone that plans an event knows it takes months and many volunteers. However, a product fundraiser can be organized in less than a month and you can have a check in your hands soon after.
The profit you make depends solely on your group; how you promote your fundraiser, how motivated your sellers are, and how often your group runs a fundraiser. You will earn approximately 20% for items sold. Our fundraising specialists will share proven tips and techniques with you to help ensure a successful fundraiser.
From your first contact with us through the delivery of your goods your fundraiser is approximately 6 weeks. Once you schedule your delivery date and time with our representative, you'll receive order forms and sales materials. We recommend your group sell for approximately 2 weeks. You'll then submit your order to us, and within about 3 weeks we'll deliver your order on your scheduled date and time.
There's no up-front cost to your group and no hidden fees with a Fund Forward Fundraiser. Your sellers collect payment as they sell to customers. Order forms and payment are collected and tallied by your group coordinator. Your group coordinator meets with Fund Forward and signs off and pays for the order. On delivery day, your group receives all your goods and proceeds to distribute them to their customers. The team is also presented with their profit cheque.
Sample kits can be viewed simply by setting up a meeting time with your Fund Forward Coordinator. Sample kits can be purchased for kick-off functions or other group events.
