As we are getting into the fundraising months. We have 5 tips to help you maximize your fundraising and reach your goals for this year.
1. Get more people involved!
-Ask parents, kids, former members, and families to get involved. Use social media/text/phone/email/snail mail. We have so many ways to contact people today that we are not taking advantage of.
2. Set-up a kick-off day:
-Kick-off your fundraiser at your local "big box" retailer. Most stores offer this as a way to help the community. You can set up a stand at the entrance AND exit of most of these stores on a weekend. Most of the groups we work with that do this sell out in one weekend...
3. Pick a high profit fundraiser:
-The higher the profit the less you have to sell or ask for... Up to 90% Profit HERE
4. Do NOT sell perishable items:
-You will end up trashing or buying most of them. Instead use items that you can carry several of in your pockets or easily carry in a bag.
5. Set up territories and sale days.
-The more organized you are the higher profit you will make. You can set up your sales to be in a certain "mid-higher income" end of town that is more likely to donate.
BONUS: OFFER REWARDS FOR BEST IN SALES
-1st place gets cash or day off practice or a discount on dues or a free fundraising item... There are several ways to incentivize people that doesn't involve direct money.
This article was written by Matt Goodin, founder of www.DiscountFundriasing.com. Contact information: (423) 744-4547 matt@discountfundraising.com
