How Can You Help a One-Year-Old Boy with CF? Fundraiser for Cf X 100 People

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses a fundraiser organized to support a one-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis, focusing on ideas for snacks and activities during the event. Participants share their personal experiences with similar events and offer suggestions for engaging attendees.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares plans to help with a fundraiser by making cupcakes and allowing guests to decorate them, while also considering a separate product fundraiser.
  • Another participant suggests sticking to the original cupcake idea to support the friend's goals, while also mentioning the possibility of hosting a separate fundraiser later.
  • One participant recounts their experience at a community event where they made and decorated cupcakes, engaged the audience with interactive elements, and demonstrated products, which they found enjoyable and successful.
  • Another participant expresses enthusiasm for the previous experience, highlighting the positive feedback received and the success in sales and bookings.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on whether to combine the cupcake decorating with a separate product fundraiser or to focus solely on the original cupcake idea. No clear consensus emerges.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from community events, emphasizing engagement strategies and the enjoyment of interactive cooking demonstrations.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on fundraising events and engaging activities for community gatherings may find this discussion relevant.

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jules
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Hello Everyone,
Hope you are all well. My friend asked me a few weeks back if I would be interested in helping her out with this fundraiser that she is doing to help a one year old boy with CF buy a therapy vest. She owns a scrapbook store and is doing a crop events. I am booked for November 9th with a possiblity of two more dates in Feb. and March. She asked me if I would possibly make some snacks or something but she basically gave me free range over what I want to do. There is going to be 2 other consultants helping me but im not 100% sure what to do because there is going to be so many people and they are already donating money so I was thinking for the fundraiser that she is doing to make cupcakes since its the little guy's birthday and I was going to let everyone decorate there own and they can be hands on with the tools. Then I thought of doing my own PC fundraiser and asking all my customers and people around to buy some product and help this boy out and if I get any sales from the "demo" part of it well then I guess it's just icing on the cake. Please give me your thoughts on this because I could really use some different points of view!
Sorry for it being so LONG,
Julie
 
Maybe you could do both ideas? Let the FR guests design their own cupcakes (maybe save some $$ by using the mini muffin pan) then host your own FR with your clients. If you don't want to do both, my suggestion would be to stick with the cupcakes idea, since your friend asked you to help out with her goals, personally. In other words, stick with the original FR idea, then if anything else manifests itself with funds to help out, well, that's just icing on the cupcake!!! Good luck and we'll be praying for the little boy.
 
I just did a community event with about 100 people. I made the cupcakes in the silicone pan ahead of time and then decorated them on stage in front of the group. I demo'd the can opener and passed alot of things around. I recruited 2 helpers to pass the products around for me and to help me with can opener demo.

I actually made 4 pans of cupcakes ahead of time and then cut them in half so I had close to 100 - use the packet mix but get the chocolate mixs, for some reason they looked a lot better. I had another pan of cupckaes onstage with me which I kept whole and decorated with skor, choc/caramel sauce, coconut and sprinkes and I passed two of my most perfect cupcakes to my helpers so they could show people.

it was fun! I threw twixits into the audience. I split the crowd down the middle and one side was my "oooooooh" side and one side was my "ahhhhhh" side and when I held up a neat product they had to ooohh or ahhhh.... they really go into it :)

Hope this helps

m
 
mistym said:
I just did a community event with about 100 people. I made the cupcakes in the silicone pan ahead of time and then decorated them on stage in front of the group. I demo'd the can opener and passed alot of things around. I recruited 2 helpers to pass the products around for me and to help me with can opener demo.

I actually made 4 pans of cupcakes ahead of time and then cut them in half so I had close to 100 - use the packet mix but get the chocolate mixs, for some reason they looked a lot better. I had another pan of cupckaes onstage with me which I kept whole and decorated with skor, choc/caramel sauce, coconut and sprinkes and I passed two of my most perfect cupcakes to my helpers so they could show people.

it was fun! I threw twixits into the audience. I split the crowd down the middle and one side was my "oooooooh" side and one side was my "ahhhhhh" side and when I held up a neat product they had to ooohh or ahhhh.... they really go into it :)

Hope this helps

m
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WOW!! MIsty this sounds like a lot of fun!! How did it turn out?

~G~
 
mistym said:
I split the crowd down the middle and one side was my "oooooooh" side and one side was my "ahhhhhh" side and when I held up a neat product they had to ooohh or ahhhh.... they really go into it :)

Hope this helps

m
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That sounds like fun!!
 
it was awesome! I was told I should have my own cooking show on TV (to which I replied.."errrrr..I can't cook!"). They told me that I put the Spiritback in their town and people lined up to tell me how great I was at presenting - so that was aweome. Sales were great and I got bookings too. I was only up for 20 minutes as there was a lot of other vendors too but it was a great ego booster!

LOL!
So I would say it was a great success.

m
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cystic fibrosis (CF) and how does it affect a one-year-old boy?

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to the production of thick, sticky mucus. In a one-year-old boy, CF can cause difficulty in breathing, frequent lung infections, and challenges with nutrient absorption due to pancreatic insufficiency. Early intervention and management are crucial to improve quality of life.

How can fundraising help a one-year-old boy with CF?

Fundraising can provide financial support for medical treatments, specialized therapies, and necessary equipment that can improve the quality of life for a child with CF. It can also help cover costs for travel to specialized clinics and support research for better treatments and potential cures.

What are effective ways to organize a fundraiser for CF?

Effective ways to organize a fundraiser include hosting events such as bake sales, charity runs, or auctions. Engaging the community through social media campaigns, partnering with local businesses for sponsorships, and utilizing crowdfunding platforms can also increase awareness and contributions.

How can I involve 100 people in the fundraiser?

To involve 100 people, consider creating a team-based approach where individuals can invite friends and family to participate. Utilize social media to spread the word, set up a dedicated event page, and encourage participants to share their personal connections to CF. Offering incentives or prizes for top fundraisers can also motivate participation.

What resources are available for families dealing with CF?

Families dealing with CF can access resources such as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, which provides educational materials, support groups, and information on clinical trials. Local hospitals and clinics often have social workers and nutritionists who specialize in CF care, and online communities can offer emotional support and shared experiences.

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