Miscellaneous Fundraising Ideas 2013 by Direct Digital

MISCELLANEOUS IDEAS 2013

A how-to guide for Australian fundraising volunteers

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One of the biggest decisions a committee has to make is what to do to raise those much needed extra funds for a group project.

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Most products fit into specific categories – you’ll find my ebooks looking at such grouping as foods, beverages, homewares, personal care, toys and books. Others simply defy categorising! But that doesn’t mean they should be overlooked. Hence this little e-book presents you with a miscellaneous assortment of proven fundraisers that just might be the very thing your group wants. Happy Fundraising! Direct Digital

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You provide an outstanding opportunity for your families/members to purchase and sell beautiful, handcrafted, 3D greeting cards at the exceptional value of only $0.80 each. Three gift/display boxes available: All Occasion Cards, Birthday Cards, Christmas Cards Run the fundraiser as a direct sale or as an order form drive.

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What’s on offer? The Fundraising Directory provides proven fundraising options that will suit any – and all – groups Deciding what to sell – and how to sell it – depends on your goals as well as your market. If you’ve read 22 lessons for A+ fundraising, you’ll know all about setting SMART goals. You’ll also know the importance of setting a fundraising calendar to help you meet those goals.

Who makes up your market? The obvious answer is members of the group that you’re fundraising for and their extended families. But think more creatively. Choose a product – and supplier – that best answers your needs.

Thinking of… kindy, childcare centres, after-school care programs, kids’ sports clubs Parents aplenty can relate to squished fruit returning home uneaten in the lunchbox. It’s frustrating: it defeats the purpose of introducing children to healthy eating and is a waste of food and money.

Thinking of …linking fundraising to a building project Your fundraising goal relates to a facility project; perhaps you’re landscaping the group’s surrounds or building a new amenity. 6

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What better way of demonstrating the support you’ve received than through Signature Engraved’s name bricks and pavers. It’s a permanent reminder of their generosity.

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Choosing the supplier who’s right for you The Fundraising Directory takes the legwork out of finding suitable suppliers. You can send online queries to suppliers seeking more information and then decide who best meets your needs. Here are the absolute essential questions to ask: 1. How long has the company been in business? 2. How many years of experience does the company representative have in fundraising? 3. What is the percentage profit of sales? 4. How much can I expect to make? 5. Is the product high-quality? Quality products equal quality revenue returns. 6. Is the drive based on orders or pre-purchase?

7. Does the supplier provide services that will help save volunteers’ time such as checklists, promotional posters, tally sheets, collection envelopes, pre-sorting?

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8. Is there a prize incentive program? If so, who pays for it? 9. Are products paid for in advance or upon delivery? Will they work with you on a fair payment option? 10. What is the returns policy if you’re dissatisfied? When talking to the company rep, consider her communication style. You want to work with someone who listens to your needs. The company rep should also ask you questions about:

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Fundraising tips Product drives work best when they’re short and sharp: three weeks is ideal.

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You’ll need to promote ahead of the fundraiser.

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You’ll need to round up the orders.

Hints on all this – and more – are detailed in 22 lessons for A+ fundraising. But here are some specific marketing tips for selling toys and educational learning products. 1. Communicate your fundraising goal loud and clear:

any historical information (e.g. past fundraisers, participation levels, successes and failures). 2. If he doesn’t, he’s not really interested in you: and you shouldn’t be interested in him either! •

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We want to raise $5000 by 1 December to install shade sails in the playground. Distribute catalogues or flyers far and wide – use your email contacts: post on workplace notice boards.

3. If orders are online make sure everyone knows how to order for your group’s benefit. Your group deserves every single cent of

commission. Don’t lose it because supporters were unaware they needed to enter ‘XYZ Learning’ in the necessary field.

fundraising committee still needs to do:

When the fundraising’s over Orders have been dispatched, the money’s banked, and it’s all over, right? Not quite. But then, you know that: you’ve read 22 lessons for A+ fundraising! Here are some of the jobs that the

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Share the outcome with your community. Too often, a fundraiser just fades away. People want to know what happened! Communicate the result with all who took part – committee members, volunteers, and supporters – using your newsletter and/or website.

Provide your fundraising supplier with feedback.

Then head to the supplier’s listing on the Fundraising Directory website to leave a review of this supplier to share with other fundraising volunteers.

Congratulate your volunteers on a job well done.

They’ll be more receptive to helping again.

Complete the Report Card in your Fundraiser’s Handover Manual.

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1. The Essentials of Fundraising - 22 Lessons for A+ Fundraising 2. Fundraising with ARTWORK, STATIONERY & LABELS 4. Fundraising with Books 5. Fundraising with Bulbs, Herbs & seeds

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3. Fundraising with Athons & Raffles

7. Fundraising with Clothing & Jewellery 8. Fundraising with Custom Labelled Beverages 9. Fundraising with ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS 10. Fundraising with Entertainment 12. Fundraising with Glowsticks & Flashing Novelties 13. Fundraising with Homewares

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14. Fundraising with Miscellaneous Ideas

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11. Fundraising with Food & Fruit

17. Fundraising with Personal Care Products 18. Fundraising with Photography 19. Fundraising with Promo Products/Wristbands/Badges 20. Fundraising with Shopping Tours 22. Fundraising for High Schools

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23. Fundraising for Primary Schools 24. Fundraising for Childcare & Kindergartens 25. Fundraising for Sporting Clubs & community groups 26. Fundraising for Individuals

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