COOKINWITHSHERRI
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I proposed a fundraiser to the elementary school that my daughter goes to on the first week of school. They wanted me to write a letter and give them info on how a fundraiser works. I did that, but never herd anything back from them. I had a great idea given to me by a cluster mate on doing a fundraiser and using the internet only with promoting it as everyone just purchase something for them selves. No catalogs to take home etc... It sounds like that won't work for this group.
Anyway, I got an email notice about the upcoming PTA meeting and they talked about going over fundraising so I responded to the email. I asked if she had any questions about the information I had handed in and if it would be appropriate for me to come to the meeting and give a short presentation on how the fundraiser would work. She responded to me that she was glad I got back to her and that she'd love the idea of working with someone in our community. She said that if I can meet all of her criteria that she would propose to the committee that I come in for the Feb. meeting.
1) She says that they need to make $3000 or more.
(They usually get 40-50% from those wrapping paper, cookie dough & chocolate type fundraisers. That’s 6,000 to 7,000 minimum in sales for the other fundraiser types.)
I'm thinking of all the crap we buy with those type of things to help out, just how much more everyone would buy if they had PC to purchase. They'd actually love and USE what they'd purchase.)
2) She wants to know how I would handle distribution.
3) Incentives for kids and classrooms.
Is there free shipping? I'd offer it if it's not available. I can always combine orders. Could you guys take a look at the letter I've gotten started and tell me what you think. Thank you!
Ms. Matthews,
Thank you for the opportunity to share our great fundraising program with you. I’m confident that with The Pampered Chef the schools goal would be with in our reach.
I don’t know how you feel when you’re child comes home with the fundraising packets with those items that we don’t necessarily want or need. I always order, mostly the minimum because I want to help out my child and the school. The Pampered Chef and their quality kitchen tools make getting in and out of the kitchen quicker so we can spend more quality time with our families. I’m sure parents will welcome the change in purchasing products that we’ll actually use and love!
Here’s my plan to help make that a reality.
The Pampered Chef will donate 15% for sales of $600 or more. I’m donating 10% of my commission, making the total donated amount 25%. The school has approximately 200 kids. That would be $12,000 in sales to reach a $3000.00 goal. If all kids participated it would be $60/Child. 150 kids is $80/kid. 100 Kids $120/kid. I know not all kids will not be able to participate, but we know they'll be those that will exceed in sales to help balance out our ending total. See below for an extra incentive for anyone who collects $100 in products.
Kickoff -
For the PARENTS - I’d like to schedule a fundraiser cooking demo one evening before the fundraiser starts. Parents could come and check out the products up close. I’d make something quick and easy. It would be an express show to showcase products for everyday use.
For the Kids – I can come during the before school gathering and talk about the fundraiser. I would point out a few products that would make it easier to cook in the kitchen with their families. I would showcase their incentives for collecting orders.
Incentives for KIDS
Each child that collects at least one order will receive a Thank You Gift!
Anyone who collects $100 in orders will receive a Gift Packet!
With our name brand, quality kitchen tools for everyone, cooks and non-cooks alike they’re sure to reach this goal with NO problem.
The Child who collects the most will get a Gift Certificate for a CD or DVD of their choice. (OR MP3 player)
Incentive for PARENTS
When their child collects $100 in products they’ll get to choose ONE product in the catalog for 30% OFF!
(Not including taxes.)
Incentive for Classrooms
The classroom to collect the most orders will get a FREE Ice Cream or Pizza Party.
Incentive for Teachers
If your class collects the most orders you’ll receive a Gift Basket of Pampered Chef products that will help you in your classroom. (Like… Tool Turn About - for those markers, scissors, pens, pencils. Suds pump - to help kids from wasting soap. Nylon Pan Scrapers are a teacher's friend. What better tool to clean off tables smeared with play dough, clay, dried paint, dried glue and oh so much more! OR a super absorbent Microfiber towel are great for classroom spills.)
Distribution Plan for the Fundraiser Packet to each child.
Send home one catalog, cover letter and order form stapled to front.
Distribution Plan - Pick UP orders.
In approximately one week after electronically submitting the orders the products will ship directly to the school. I’ll know shipment status at all times and will know when to schedule help and when parents and children can either take home with them or an adult can pick up at the school on two scheduled pick up days.
At the PICK UP……. (With 2 or 3 volunteers help.)
In addition, my sister-in-law who has a son at Woodlawn, my daughter Olivia and Son would also be available.)
I’ll have volunteers help me set out & organize products
One person to read orders to me
I’ll collect the items as their read off for someone to put in a bag.
One person will write the name on the outside of the bag and place them in a box alphabetically.
I’m sure with this plan we’ll succeed and/or meet our goal!
Anyway, I got an email notice about the upcoming PTA meeting and they talked about going over fundraising so I responded to the email. I asked if she had any questions about the information I had handed in and if it would be appropriate for me to come to the meeting and give a short presentation on how the fundraiser would work. She responded to me that she was glad I got back to her and that she'd love the idea of working with someone in our community. She said that if I can meet all of her criteria that she would propose to the committee that I come in for the Feb. meeting.
1) She says that they need to make $3000 or more.
(They usually get 40-50% from those wrapping paper, cookie dough & chocolate type fundraisers. That’s 6,000 to 7,000 minimum in sales for the other fundraiser types.)
I'm thinking of all the crap we buy with those type of things to help out, just how much more everyone would buy if they had PC to purchase. They'd actually love and USE what they'd purchase.)
2) She wants to know how I would handle distribution.
3) Incentives for kids and classrooms.
Is there free shipping? I'd offer it if it's not available. I can always combine orders. Could you guys take a look at the letter I've gotten started and tell me what you think. Thank you!
Ms. Matthews,
Thank you for the opportunity to share our great fundraising program with you. I’m confident that with The Pampered Chef the schools goal would be with in our reach.
I don’t know how you feel when you’re child comes home with the fundraising packets with those items that we don’t necessarily want or need. I always order, mostly the minimum because I want to help out my child and the school. The Pampered Chef and their quality kitchen tools make getting in and out of the kitchen quicker so we can spend more quality time with our families. I’m sure parents will welcome the change in purchasing products that we’ll actually use and love!
Here’s my plan to help make that a reality.
The Pampered Chef will donate 15% for sales of $600 or more. I’m donating 10% of my commission, making the total donated amount 25%. The school has approximately 200 kids. That would be $12,000 in sales to reach a $3000.00 goal. If all kids participated it would be $60/Child. 150 kids is $80/kid. 100 Kids $120/kid. I know not all kids will not be able to participate, but we know they'll be those that will exceed in sales to help balance out our ending total. See below for an extra incentive for anyone who collects $100 in products.
Kickoff -
For the PARENTS - I’d like to schedule a fundraiser cooking demo one evening before the fundraiser starts. Parents could come and check out the products up close. I’d make something quick and easy. It would be an express show to showcase products for everyday use.
For the Kids – I can come during the before school gathering and talk about the fundraiser. I would point out a few products that would make it easier to cook in the kitchen with their families. I would showcase their incentives for collecting orders.
Incentives for KIDS
Each child that collects at least one order will receive a Thank You Gift!
Anyone who collects $100 in orders will receive a Gift Packet!
With our name brand, quality kitchen tools for everyone, cooks and non-cooks alike they’re sure to reach this goal with NO problem.
The Child who collects the most will get a Gift Certificate for a CD or DVD of their choice. (OR MP3 player)
Incentive for PARENTS
When their child collects $100 in products they’ll get to choose ONE product in the catalog for 30% OFF!
(Not including taxes.)
Incentive for Classrooms
The classroom to collect the most orders will get a FREE Ice Cream or Pizza Party.
Incentive for Teachers
If your class collects the most orders you’ll receive a Gift Basket of Pampered Chef products that will help you in your classroom. (Like… Tool Turn About - for those markers, scissors, pens, pencils. Suds pump - to help kids from wasting soap. Nylon Pan Scrapers are a teacher's friend. What better tool to clean off tables smeared with play dough, clay, dried paint, dried glue and oh so much more! OR a super absorbent Microfiber towel are great for classroom spills.)
Distribution Plan for the Fundraiser Packet to each child.
Send home one catalog, cover letter and order form stapled to front.
Distribution Plan - Pick UP orders.
In approximately one week after electronically submitting the orders the products will ship directly to the school. I’ll know shipment status at all times and will know when to schedule help and when parents and children can either take home with them or an adult can pick up at the school on two scheduled pick up days.
At the PICK UP……. (With 2 or 3 volunteers help.)
In addition, my sister-in-law who has a son at Woodlawn, my daughter Olivia and Son would also be available.)
I’ll have volunteers help me set out & organize products
One person to read orders to me
I’ll collect the items as their read off for someone to put in a bag.
One person will write the name on the outside of the bag and place them in a box alphabetically.
I’m sure with this plan we’ll succeed and/or meet our goal!
