October Fundraiser Question--Please Help

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses a participant's concerns regarding a fundraiser for a Relay for Life team that was conducted as a Pampered Chef HWC show. The participant is seeking advice on how to address the situation where the team may not receive credit for the funds raised.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses anxiety about a fundraiser not providing credit to the Relay for Life team, despite being conducted as a HWC show.
  • Another participant explains that funds from HWC fundraisers go into a general pot, and no specific check is issued for individual fundraisers.
  • One participant mentions that they had discussed the nature of the fundraiser with the host but did not clarify the implications regarding credit.
  • Another participant notes that a letter stating the amount raised may not be sufficient for the team to receive credit.
  • One participant shares that the local office may not have received the check yet, complicating the situation further.
  • Another participant suggests that if a local check was needed, a separate fundraiser should have been organized instead of an HWC show.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of submitting a letter for credit and the implications of conducting the fundraiser as an HWC show versus a separate fundraiser.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and concerns related to fundraising practices within the Pampered Chef community, particularly regarding the HWC program.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants involved in fundraising efforts or those considering HWC shows may find the shared experiences relevant to their own situations.

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Ok I am freaking out a little bit. I had a repeat host do a fundraiser for me in October--to get the most out of it I turned it into a HWC show. Well we were doing it for her Relay for Life Team and now they aren't getting credit. I called HO (3 weeks ago) and they said well we already cut the check but we could maybe switch the fundraiser to a regular fundraiser but it would reduce it by about $200. SO I called the local ACS liaison and they have been trying to help me. Well they can't find the check. So I called back today and got through to the marketing coordinator for HWC. She was very nice but now I am a little more confused and almost think I am stuck. She basically said that the Relay for Life event is run by volunteers and not a Breast Cancer Specific event so we (PC) can't do anything with it. They just cut the check about 2 weeks ago which might explain why the local office can't find it.

Anyway I don't know what to do. The team probably won't get credit for it and I don't have the money to just make a donation. I will most likely lose this business and its 30 customers. They did two shows with me last year both over $1800.
How do I make the phone call to tell her I screwed up and now her team won't get credit for that money?
What do I do?
 
if it was a HWC fundraiser, no check gets cut for the specific fundraiser. It goes into the big HWC pot and PC gives it to ACS as a lump sum donation. You can write a letter stating that the fundraiser earned $xxx and it was already donated to ACS. But there will be no physical check to track with their info on it.
 
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I knew it would go into the general fund and even talked to the host about it but I guess I didn't make myself clear. She called really upset that they haven't gotten credit. Now I am not sure what to do.
There is a person at HO that is helping me and said she just called her contact at ACS to see what can be done. So that is a little beacon of hope.
 
They don't get credit unless YOU send them a letter. PC doesn't keep track of it or provide any notification at all.
 
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They said the letter won't be enough. They expect that the money is here locally not at national so she can't get credit unless they can get that portion of the money to come from their national. She said that is possible if they can find the check from PC but as it turns out I don't think ACS has cashed it yet and if they have they haven't entered it into thier national database.
Have you had success with just submitting a letter?
 
If they needed a check cut to their local office, then it should have been a separate fundraiser, not an HWC one.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of an October fundraiser with Pampered Chef?

The purpose of an October fundraiser with Pampered Chef is to raise money for a specific cause or organization while promoting kitchen products that can help people cook and entertain more easily. Fundraisers allow participants to earn a percentage of sales to support their chosen charity or initiative.

How can I set up a Pampered Chef fundraiser for October?

To set up a Pampered Chef fundraiser, you can start by contacting a Pampered Chef consultant who can guide you through the process. You'll need to decide on the dates, select the products to feature, and promote the fundraiser to your network. The consultant will provide you with the necessary materials and support to ensure a successful event.

What types of organizations can benefit from a Pampered Chef fundraiser?

Many types of organizations can benefit from a Pampered Chef fundraiser, including schools, sports teams, non-profits, community groups, and churches. Any group looking to raise funds for a specific project or cause can participate in a fundraiser to help achieve their financial goals.

How much money can we raise through a Pampered Chef fundraiser?

The amount of money you can raise through a Pampered Chef fundraiser depends on the sales generated during the event. Typically, fundraisers can earn between 15% to 30% of total sales, depending on the specific arrangements made with the consultant. The more products sold, the more funds raised for your cause.

What promotional strategies work best for an October fundraiser?

Effective promotional strategies for an October fundraiser include utilizing social media platforms to share the event, sending out emails to your network, creating engaging flyers, and hosting a virtual or in-person party to showcase the products. Encouraging participants to share the fundraiser with their friends and family can also help increase sales.

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