How should I run a Pampered Chef fundraiser for March of Babies?

[emmabelle47]

I have a friend who is doing the walk for March of Babies (Dimes) at the end of April but wanted to start fundraising now. I offered a PC fundraiser for her and she's interested. This is my first fundraiser so I have no idea what to do. I'm thinking it'll be a catalog show- just everyone who's going to walk can pass around catalogs. I have some questions though:
1. For people who do this, do you give out full catalogs or just the minis?
2. If customers purchase PC, is it tax deductible b/c its a fundraiser?
3. I am looking for a Top 10 product list to pass around for people not too familiar with PC products, where can I find one?
4. I've noticed on some of the fundraiser fliers that people only take CC payments on their website, whats your thought? Same with checks- they're to be written out to the seller, not to me. Is this so I don't have to worry if a check bounces?

Um, I know I had more questions, but I can't think right now. Any other tips would be helpful!

 

[tinat51796]

I'd like to see everyone's thoughts on these questions too

 

[pamperedharriet]

Here are some answers to your questions:

1) I would offer the whole catalog as the mini's only have the new items and this way you would be offering our full line to your guests.
2)No, this is not a tax deduction for people who buy through our fundraiser (if I am wrong please correct me, anyone!)
3)I don't have a list but most people would put list the food chopper, large round stone, quik stir pitcher, can opener on their list (I am in brain fog at the moment for more products to list)
4)Debit or credit cards are easier to deal with and on the website that is the only method accepted unless they pay in person to someone.

Hope this helps. These are just my opinions.