Relay for Life Fundraiser-Another Question

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around organizing a Relay for Life fundraiser, with participants sharing their experiences and questions regarding logistics, communication with event organizers, and strategies for fundraising. Various aspects of planning and executing the fundraiser are discussed, including the use of promotional materials and timing of events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, inquired about listing themselves as the host for the event and the organization involved.
  • Another participant expressed uncertainty about how vendors could participate in the Relay for Life event.
  • Several users mentioned using the American Cancer Society's website to find local events and suggested sending letters to event organizers.
  • One participant shared their experience of including various flyers and donation forms in their outreach efforts.
  • Another participant suggested that setting a specific date for product delivery would be beneficial for the fundraiser.
  • One participant noted that fundraising efforts could be more effective if conducted before the Relay event, discussing potential strategies for maximizing contributions.
  • Another participant echoed the idea of conducting a fundraiser in May to ensure timely financial support for the Relay event.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best timing for fundraising efforts, with some participants advocating for May fundraisers to ensure funds are available for the Relay event, while others are exploring different approaches.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing personal experiences related to organizing fundraisers for Relay for Life, focusing on communication with event organizers and strategies for effective fundraising.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in organizing fundraisers for community events, particularly those related to Relay for Life, may find the shared experiences and strategies relevant.

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I contacted the people about having a table. They are letting me do it, but the organizing of it is left to me. So is it okay to list myself as host and
"OurTown Relay for Life" as the organization?

Plus, what do I do about pick up/delivery of items ordered in a large venue like this? Do I have everything delivered to me and then set up a day to have everyone pick up? Or meet back at the school where the event was held and let them pick up from me in the parking lot? Sorry if I sound clueless, but I sort of am:rolleyes:
 
i am not sure on this... but how did you go about getting hooked up with this. The company i work for is also participating in the relay for life... i did not know that other vendors could participate..
 
I went the www.americancancersociety.org and put in my location to find out what events were happening in my area. I have sent the attached letter to them with a copy of their donation form that you can mail to the person in charge of donations. I am hoping they will pass it on to the various teams and hopefully I will get a response. There is no phone number so I cannot follow up.:rolleyes:

How has anyone else went about contacting the RFL teams?
 

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rayday said:
I went the www.americancancersociety.org and put in my location to find out what events were happening in my area. I have sent the attached letter to them with a copy of their donation form that you can mail to the person in charge of donations. I am hoping they will pass it on to the various teams and hopefully I will get a response. There is no phone number so I cannot follow up.:rolleyes:

How has anyone else went about contacting the RFL teams?
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This is an AWESOME letter! I encourage everyone to use it.

In addition to this, I would also like to send out a personal email to everyone that I know to ask for their help with the campaign either by purchasing a product or my getting me in touch with someone that is raising funds for RFL. Any suggestions?

I used to work for a VERY big bank and I know that there are a lot of teams here locally. However I have not been in touch in a while so I need a tactful way of asking for the referrals.
 
The letter is great. What are the other flyers that you are sending? Could you post them?
 
Relay For LifeHi Christa,

I would definitely pick a date and time to go back to the venue to deliver the products. I've done the Relay before and I think the people there would be very receptive to that idea. One thing you may want to do is make this a fundraising show and put the American Cancer Society and the name of your local unit as the host. The only reason I'm suggesting this is because I talked to a staff member of the cancer society and he said if you just sell the HWC products, it can take your local Cancer Society months to see the money since Pampered Chef donates the money on a national not local level. So it takes a while for the money to trickle down. It's still a terrific fundraiser either way you do it! Good Luck!!!!!!:)

-Marie
Allentown, PA
 
Thank you so much, I'm glad others can use the letter.

The other flyers that I am putting in there is the May guest special flyer. I printed off the donation form from the actual teams so they'd know where I got their information. I included my business card as well.

Here is the other flyer I put in the envelope. Someone else from the site created it and I just changed a few things for myself but here it is. (thanks again to the person who made it)
 

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I want to do a Relay for Life, but it is June 3rd. Can I ask the team Capt. to do the PC fund raiser in May & it will be added to her Relay in June? Since it is a high school, I was thinking of giving them just the order forms ( someone has them on here) & tell them that if 15 girls fill 1 sheet each that comes to 195 people buying 20.00 each of the pink items or 3900.00. So 585.00 goes right to ACS & the relay for life gets another 585. I just want to do it before June.:cool:
 
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Ginger, I would encourage her to do a May f/r and close it the end of the month. I am doing a RFL team f/r and they already started. It will be a May show, tho, and close the end of May. Their Relay event is actually in June, but I told them may would be ideal for HWC, that people would help more because they get more giving for their $, so to speak. Good luck!
 
Thanks for the advice, thats what I want to do. I'm gonna talk with her either tomorrow Or Monday.

Ginger
 
I would also say to go for May because that way you can make sure the RFL team gets there money in time for their event.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Relay for Life Fundraiser with Pampered Chef?

The Relay for Life Fundraiser with Pampered Chef is a collaborative effort where a portion of sales from Pampered Chef products is donated to the American Cancer Society. This initiative helps raise funds for cancer research, education, and support services for cancer patients and their families.

How can I participate in the Relay for Life Fundraiser?

You can participate by hosting a Pampered Chef party, either online or in-person, and inviting friends and family to shop. A percentage of the sales from your party will be donated to the Relay for Life event you are supporting. You can also promote the fundraiser through social media to reach a wider audience.

What products are available for purchase during the fundraiser?

During the Relay for Life Fundraiser, you can purchase a wide range of Pampered Chef products, including kitchen tools, cookware, bakeware, and food items. All products are high-quality and designed to make cooking easier and more enjoyable.

How much of the sales goes to the Relay for Life?

The specific percentage of sales that goes to the Relay for Life can vary based on the agreement with your Pampered Chef consultant. Typically, it ranges from 10% to 25% of the total sales, which is then donated to the American Cancer Society.

Can I host a fundraiser if I am not a Pampered Chef consultant?

Yes, anyone can host a Relay for Life Fundraiser with Pampered Chef, even if you are not a consultant. You can partner with a Pampered Chef consultant who can help you organize the event and ensure that a portion of the sales is donated to the Relay for Life cause.

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