Unique Fundraising Ideas - Details

Listing ID: 303

Title: Unique Fundraising Ideas

Description: Offers several fund raiser items for schools, churches, sports teams, and nonprofit organizations.

Category: Society : Fundraising

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listed on: April 22, 2008 07:45:58 PM

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Candy Bar Fundraising - Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:39:00 +0000

Americans naturally love chocolates. It has been estimated that Americans consume billions of pounds of candy bars every year. No wonder candy bars have been the most popular products forfundraisers. How are chocolate bars used in fundraising? Fundraisers use candy bars in two ways- indirect and direct selling. You may choose to use both methods to generate more funds and get more contacts. Direct selling usually involves sellingcandy bars. Many companies use personalized candy wrappers and coupons to add appeal on their candies. Some use famous candy bar brand names to generate profit. In direct selling, you may do hand selling to members. The members then can distribute and sell the candy bars to other people they know. On the other hand, indirect selling does not involve hand selling to people. All you need to do is distribute brochures and people who are interested may contact you on the numbers you have provided in the brochures. If you choose candy bars for fundraising, you can be assured of a 100% to 200% profit. However, it will depend on the cost of the candies. It is better if a company can supply you with candy bars at a cheaper cost. This will surely be a win for you. Candy barshave long been the favorite of many fundraisers. That is because it isn't limited to a specific age group or culture. Everybody just loves candy bars. Candy bars are also easy to sell. You don't need to be an expert in sales to promote the product. Fundraisers are also aware of thedisadvantagesof candy bars in fundraising. It's not a healthy food especially for children and they aren't good in hot weather since they have the tendency to melt in hot temperatures. It is also difficult to track inventories with candy bars. If you choose candy bars forfundraising, it will surely be a hit for you. Just remember to determine if there are upfront charges on the organization. Also make sure that the organization doesn't charge extra fees for other materials. You may also choose candy bars with features and coupons to increase your sales. You may check the Internet for companies and organizations that promote candy bars for fundraising. If you can be assured of a 100% profit, then why not try it? Candy bars will surely give fundraisers sweet results.

Silicone Wristbands - Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:55:00 +0000

It has been said that fashion helps us make a statement through colors and style we choose to wear. Today, when we think of "pink", images associated with women's cancer research immediately come to mind as a result of the Susan G. Komen organization's efforts to raise awareness through the sale ofsilicone wristbands. Wearing a pink bracelet symbolizes not only your solidarity with the group's effort, but gives a large branding to the message that helps draw supporters to the message. Whether you are seeking to raise the profile of groups ranging from military causes who utilize camouflagesilicone wristbandsin their charity efforts to religious groups who often place scriptural messages embossed on the bands, you can help craft a unique branding message for your organization. Not only can you utilize wristbands for charity efforts, but the bands can also form part of a core identity around any cause, from family to business groups who wish to structure a core brand. Handing out family bands with a motto at family reunions can provide a memorable gift just a creating company wristbands with either serious or humorous messages can benefit the morale at get together events large and small. Another great use of rubber wristbands is for athletic teams, especially when coaches are looking to motivate players in the context of a long season. At times, youth sports teams might have a hard time finding motivation amidst the bustle of everyday responsibilities, so having wrist bands as a constantly reminder of their goals can only further team bonding efforts.

Silicone Wristband Fundraising for your Organization - Mon, 15 Sep 2008 02:08:00 +0000

Every organization has a mission statement that reflects the core principles of the group. WhenLance Armstrongreturned to win the Tour de France, Livestrong Foundation producedwristbandsthat served both to raise awareness for cancer survivors as well as fundings for his non-profit. Awareness bracelets are an excellentfund raisingtool that can help your organization grow and spread its central message. Gel bracelets reflect your group by printing a message on the band, as well as allowing you to chose a color that reflects your theme. Popular wristbands include the yellow Livestrong band, red and blue for epilepsy awareness bracelet and the pinkSusan Komenbracelet. Each of thesesilicone bandssends a message, and can help raise the public profile of your group. By printing your motto on a rubber bracelet, people will naturally ask your members about its significance, which raises your organization's profile. In addition to general cause awareness, gel bands are an ideal way to help raise funds for those in immediate need. When Hurricane Katrina landed at New Orleans, groups began selling white and blue bands to showsolidarityand raise funds for those displaced by the natural disaster. The bands provide an easy way for showing support for victims, and make clear economic sense for charities looking to raise funds. The wristbands can be purchased in bulk at a low cost basis, and sold to raise funds for prices as little as $1 a piece. Low cost and popularity make silicone bands an ideal choice forschool fund raisers, religious campaigns and medical causes. With a suggested donation price, individuals are free to donate more, while others can contribute the low purchase price. Just as Livestrong became a national cause started in cycling, your group can begin to sellcustom braceletsfor your local group and aim to raise awareness for your cause.