What is the Best Donation for a Fundraiser Under $40?

[SueAdx]

I was approached to donate items for a big ticket fundraiser. I am looking for advice what will give the biggest impact. I would like to spend less than $40 out of pocket. I am in my 40% off month so I thought I would take advantage of the extra discount.

All suggestions are welcome. Thanks in advance

 

[NooraK]

It's a bit beyond what you want to spend, but the Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set makes for a great presentation as a prize when stacked and tied with ribbon.

 

[Sheila]

If you do a personal gift certificate (redeemable only by YOU), they can choose what they want and might spend more. Or might host a show & earn you lots of commission!Of course you wouldn't be able to be as generous that way, but at least you would know that they got something they really WANTED!

 

[SueAdx]

I was thinking about hosting a quick show this month so I could get the Bowls at 60% off. I really want a nice "set" or presentation that would make anyone want to buy the items.

 

[Teresa Lynn]

I only give gift certificates.
Many times they arent redeemed by the expiration date I give and I'm not out anything
and when they are they always spend more. I do put on the certificate customer is responsible for shipping and tax so it's all product amount they are redeeming.

 

[doughmama]

or if you are looking for something to package, make it a $15 item along with a $25 gc (excluding shipping and tax). that way they get something right away and maybe they'll buy something from you later.I did a big raffle prize for my church and included a $25 GC from me, and just like Teresa's experience, it never got redeemed.

 

[SueAdx]

Thanks for the suggestions. I attended this event last year and there will be over 150 different items to bid on. I really want to have product instead of a GC. People are looking for the instant gratification.

 

[JennLizFran]

What about a couple small items...the med square bamboo bowl makes a nice basket, and inside put a cookbook, a rub / sauce, small bamboo spoons, and a GC with you! People love gift baskets! So many little goodies!

 

[Jolie_Paradoxe]

Product selections....especially if you can take advantage of host specials or kit enhancement month:
In addition to SB, add:
SS Mixing Bowl
Santoku Knife
Large Bamboo Platter and Large Bamboo Bowl
Large Bamboo Bowl with a spice
Large Bar Pan, a whisk and a box of brownies
Fluted Stone with Cake Mix


Look at our files section and type in Pampered Packages....there's a whole list of gift ideas.

 

[SueAdx]

Great tip to reference the Gift Section. I like it. I will let you know that end results!

 

[Katkno]

I love the gift certificate idea too and my director suggested that if they host a cooking show mention you'll double the amount. That way it gives them more of a reason to call you.