Step By Step Fundraising Newsletter

May 2006

In this issue -

- Fun Fundraising Events

- Poll: Fundraising Catalogs

Fun Fundraising Events

Some of the best fundraisers are ones that are FUN - that people really enjoy and look forward to participating in. Here are a few fun fundraisers that I've participated in or learned about.

Water Balloon Fundraiser

Ice Cream Socials

Kiss a Pig Fundraiser

Trivia Night Fundraiser

Know of any other fun fundraisers? Let me know!

Poll: Fundraising Catalogs

Last month I received a question about catalog fundraisers and other pre-sale programs…

Hi Sandra… Can you answer a question? Do most fundraisers collect money when the order is taken or when it is picked up/delivered? Please advise.

Thanks, Don

My Answer: That is a great question. My experience has been with catalogs or order taker fundraisers i.e. candy, candles, popcorn, etc. that taking the money at time of delivery promotes more sales. Especially since today many people use debit or credit cards and may not carry as much cash/checks around.

But I didn't wish Don to just take my word for it. ;) So I posted a poll online to see what YOU think... interestingly so far 60% say that they take money at the time of order.

Pam wrote in with this excellent point...

Hi Sandra,

My company has never done catalog fundraising but I know of people that have. Most times they need it prior to the order coming in. So it may not be actually due at the time you place the order but a few days prior to the order coming in. I am sure there are possibly others that work differently.

Pam

So…what do you think? What has been your experience with these kinds of fundraisers? Vote Now

To Your Continued Fundraising Success,

Sandra Sims Editor & Publisher Step By Step Fundraising Newsletter Archive Newsletter Sign-up & Free e-Book