Top 5 Sales Fundraisers
Product sales are good fundraisers for many groups such as schools and sports teams. A good sales fundraiser will offer 40-90% net profit.
When reviewing the many products or sales ideas available consider the value that you are offering your supporters. Are the products in the catalogs appropriately priced? Is it a product that people will truly find valuable and want to buy?
These are 5 of the top fundraising products because of the high value that they offer consumers and the high profit potential for groups.
1. Discount Cards
Discount cards are one of the best fundraisers that can be used by a wide variety of groups. A discount card is a custom printed plastic card that volunteers sell to residents in the local community, normally for $10.
The cards have coupon type offers with unlimited use for a specific time period, usually one year. Discount cards are easy to transport & sell, have high profit margins and offer a great value to your supporters.
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2. Raffles
Raffles raise funds through the sales of tickets, or chances, to win a particular prize. They can be a great fundraiser because of the low cost and high profit potential. Legal restrictions about raffles vary by location so research applicable state and local laws thoroughly.
3. Cookie Dough Fundraising
Cookie dough fundraiser - There are many groups that can benefit from a cookie dough sale. There are now five different catalogs that your group can use to raise funds. This includes gourmet cookies and even healthy low fat options. When you can offer such great options it will make it easy for your supporters to participate in the sale, helping you raise more money.
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4. Chocolate Candy Bars
Candy bars are an easy to sell fundraiser because so many people enjoy chocolate. Candy bars can be sold at most schools and places of business. Most candy bar fundraising companies offer carrying cases or display boxes.
World’s Finest Chocolate - Delicious candy bars including Almond Bars, Caramel Bars, Crisp Bars, Ravin’ Raisins and Milk Chocolate candy. $1, $2 and $5 premium chocolates.
Hershey Fundraisers - As one of America’s favorite chocolate brands, these bars are sure to sell themselves. Includes Chocolate with Almonds, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Kit-Kit and More.
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5. Online Magazine Sales
Online Magazine Fundraising is just about as easy of a program as you can find!
Simply send out emails to friends and family offering sale prices on hundreds of magazine titles.
Your group earns 40% commission with very little work involved.
> Find out more about Online Magazine Fundraisers
As you consider the various product fundraisers available remember to evaluate them based on the potential profit for your group AND the value to your customers. There are many great sales fundraising ideas. I encourage you to find the one that’s right for your group.
Sandra Sims
Fundraising Coach,
StepByStepFundraising.com
