Do Fundraisers Really Benefit the Organization or Just Tupperware?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores the dynamics of fundraisers conducted through Pampered Chef, particularly focusing on how commissions and donations are structured. Participants express confusion and share their personal experiences regarding the benefits and drawbacks of fundraisers compared to traditional sales methods.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses confusion about how fundraisers work, questioning whether Pampered Chef contributes to the donations or if it solely comes from the consultant's commission.
  • Another participant clarifies that while there is a reduction in commission for fundraisers, the sales still count toward monthly totals and can lead to higher overall commissions.
  • Several users mention that fundraisers do not make financial sense from a profit standpoint, suggesting that traditional cooking shows might be more beneficial for organizations needing kitchen tools.
  • One participant shares their experience of donating an additional percentage from their own funds as a goodwill gesture during fundraisers.
  • Another participant explains that the charity receives a percentage based on total guest sales, which can be more than the loss from the consultant's commission.
  • Some participants note that Pampered Chef does not mark up product prices for fundraisers, contrasting this with other companies like Tupperware, which inflate prices for fundraising catalogs.
  • One participant recounts their experience with Tupperware fundraisers, highlighting the higher prices and questioning the ethics of such pricing strategies.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the effectiveness and fairness of fundraisers, with some participants advocating for traditional sales methods while others defend the structure of fundraisers as beneficial in certain contexts. No clear consensus emerges on the overall value of fundraisers.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes perspectives from consultants in both Canada and the U.S., indicating potential differences in how fundraisers are structured in different regions.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in understanding the implications of fundraisers on their commissions and the overall benefits to organizations may find this discussion insightful.

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ok, I may be totally wrong but the message I am getting is when you do a fundraiser PC takes our comission to pay?
They are saying they donate but it is really the consultant?
There are no free products, 1/2 price , just the monthly special?
I have been reading a lot and just dont see the reasoning.
We could do a catalogue party for the organization, donate 15% and get all the benefits?
I just dont understand how they make sense.
Please dont take this as me being rude just very confused.
I would love any answers.
If it makes a difference I am in Canada.
Thanks
 
The lack of host benefits is what covers a lot of the donation. HO doesn't take away all your commission for a FR, but there is a reduction. However, the FR sales will count toward your monthly totals, which may push the rest of your commissions that month up a level. And FRs do count toward any monthly incentives.You are correct, the only host benefit that the chairperson receives is the monthly bonus.
Many consultants have pointed out over the years that if you're doing a FR for an organization that needs kitchen tools, it's better to do a standard cooking show and let them use the host benefits to get those tools.
 
Yes, our commission on FRs is either 15% (if you have not made career total of $5,000 yet) or 17% if your career sales are over $5,000. The good thing is that sales do count toward the monthly totals as Ann said. I also is good PR. I usually donate an additional 5% of my own funds as a good will gesture and the PR.
 
Just a small correction, your FR commission is 15%, or 17% if your career sales are over $15,000.
 
Fundraisers don't make "sense", from a money-making standpoint. Many direct sales companies don't even do them. Instead, get you head around what will make more customers...Community / customer service / helping others with their needs.When you make it about them, you can see enormous sales and terrific return customers.Those customers and their future sales make sense - and dollars!
 
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Thank you all so much for exlaining.
I was really having a difficult time trying to make sense of it all.
 
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so the charity is only getting the money that I am contributing from my comission.(the reduction)
PC isnt contributing at all then and taking away the host benefits?
 
No. The charity gets a percentage based on the total guest sales. It's more than the "loss" from your commission. They get an amount roughly equivalent to HO's cost for the usual host benefits.The numbers may be slightly different in Canada, but here in the US it breaks down as follows:
Guest sales $599.99 or less, organization gets 10%
Guest sales $600.00 or more, organization gets 15%For comparison, a $1000 show host gets $215 in free product, 4 half price items, and a 30% discount. We'll eliminate the monthly bonus from the computations, since the FR chairperson is still entitled to that. After commissions and overrides to your upline, HO probably comes out even on items purchased at a 30% discount. And they're probably pretty close to that on the half-price items. So let's eliminate those, too. What's left is the free product value. Those $215 in products probably cost HO $86, which is 40% of $215. The $1000 FR nets the organization a check for $150 - MORE than the cost of the show host freebies. So HO cuts commissions on FRs by a few percentage points so that they aren't losing money on them.Make sense?Some consultants CHOOSE to offer more money to the organizations, because many groups won't even consider a fundraiser that offers less that 40 or 50%. Adding 5% still won't bring the donation up to that level, but it helps. You are under no obligation to give the group anything above the check from HO.
 
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chefann said:
Just a small correction, your FR commission is 15%, or 17% if your career sales are over $15,000.
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Ooops, you are of course right. A slip of the keyboard. Don't know why I put 5000 vs the correct 15000.
 
I figured, but I didn't want a new consultant to think the $5000 number was correct.
 
There is another reason too for the donation amount. It is simply that PC refuses to MARK UP the price of our products to make the 40% or more avaialble for those fundraisers.
For example. A candy bar costs a group 50 cents each. They in turn sell them for $1. 50% profit. We however sell our Food Chopper at $29.50 doing a regualr party but we sell it for $29.50 on a fundraiser. See - no mark up! I think that was because PC decided that it was better to be honest with our pricing rather than duping the public with outrageous mark ups. And how do you justfy selling a $29.50 Food Chopper for $59 so a group can make 50%?
 
I know for sure that Tupperware does fundraisers and what you pay from their fundraising catalog (because it is different than a catalog you would see if you went to a show) is more than their normal catalog. So they are inflating their already overinflated prices to help cover what they are giving the organization doing the fundraiser.

For example, if my explanation didn't make sense. If you went to a party and bought a bowl from them for 35 dollars, if it is in the fundraising catalog you are probably going to pay 45 for it.
 
PCMomto4 said:
I know for sure that Tupperware does fundraisers and what you pay from their fundraising catalog (because it is different than a catalog you would see if you went to a show) is more than their normal catalog. So they are inflating their already overinflated prices to help cover what they are giving the organization doing the fundraiser.

For example, if my explanation didn't make sense. If you went to a party and bought a bowl from them for 35 dollars, if it is in the fundraising catalog you are probably going to pay 45 for it.
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This is coincidental but I was at a Tupperware Party last night. She explained the items in the Fundraiser Catalog are items not available in the regular catalog and the donation is 40% of sales. However, the prices in the regular catalog were so high I would hate to see how much they were in the fundraiser catalog! I am so glad PC doesn't inflate the prices but it would be nice to have a higher percentage go to the cause/group.
 
Its been a few years since my daughters preschool did a tupperware fundraiser, and true some of the things that were in the fundraising catalog weren't in the main catalog but a few of the popular items, like some of the tumblers and what not were in both of them. But maybe it has changed over the past few years. But their prices for the fundraising items were even more inflated than they regular catalog items, scary isn't it.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do fundraisers with Pampered Chef really benefit the organization?

Yes, fundraisers with Pampered Chef can significantly benefit the organization. A portion of the sales from the fundraiser is donated back to the organization, which can help them achieve their financial goals. The percentage donated can vary based on the specific fundraiser agreement.

How much money can an organization expect to raise through a Pampered Chef fundraiser?

The amount an organization can raise through a Pampered Chef fundraiser depends on several factors, including the size of the group participating, the level of promotion, and the total sales generated. Typically, organizations can expect to raise anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.

Are the products sold during the fundraiser of good quality?

Yes, Pampered Chef products are known for their high quality and durability. Many customers appreciate the value of the products, which can lead to higher sales during fundraisers. This quality can also encourage repeat customers and support for future fundraisers.

How does a Pampered Chef fundraiser compare to other types of fundraisers?

A Pampered Chef fundraiser can be more appealing than traditional fundraisers because it offers tangible products that people can use in their kitchens. Unlike cookie dough or wrapping paper sales, Pampered Chef products provide lasting value, which can lead to greater customer satisfaction and support for the organization.

What are the potential drawbacks of a Pampered Chef fundraiser?

While Pampered Chef fundraisers can be beneficial, there are potential drawbacks. If the organization does not actively promote the fundraiser or if the products do not resonate with the community, sales may be lower than expected. Additionally, some individuals may prefer to support local businesses rather than a direct sales company.

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