RFL Fundraising Ideas: What Can We Do?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various ideas and personal experiences related to fundraising for Relay for Life (RFL) among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their methods for organizing fundraisers, connecting with local teams, and providing materials to support these events.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, describes their experience of successfully organizing a fundraiser by providing teams with catalogs, order forms, and incentives.
  • Another participant shares their approach of contacting local Relay for Life offices to connect with team captains and suggests having a prepared letter to outline the fundraising offer.
  • Several users mention the importance of setting up booths or tables at local businesses to increase visibility and engagement for the fundraiser.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about how to initiate contact with local teams and asks for examples of effective communication.
  • Another participant notes that not all Relay for Life events provide contact information for team leaders, suggesting that calling local offices may yield better results.
  • One participant shares their method of providing packets with materials to team members to facilitate order collection.
  • Another participant expresses interest in seeing examples of successful flyers or paperwork used in previous fundraisers.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best methods to initiate contact and organize fundraisers, with no clear consensus emerging on a single approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies related to fundraising for Relay for Life, highlighting the collaborative nature of these events within the consultant community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas and personal experiences related to organizing fundraisers for Relay for Life may find this discussion beneficial.

Cookingfool
Cookingfool
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So it looks like Im doing a fundraiser for Relay for Life. What do you ladies do for RFL? I was thinking of setting up a booth...
 
Last year was my first fundraiser ever and that is why my show total here is so high.

I belong to a relay for life team, i asked the lady in charge if I could present an idea to the team captains at their first meeting. I did. One team sign up that night. Then a week later I had a total of 6 teams signed up.

What I did last year and it is changing this year is this: I gave them a catalog, order booklet (that I made up - it had instructions on my incentive on reaching a goal, HWC flyer, tax rate chart, 15 order forms) and help whip cancer pin. I told their teams that I would like to set up at their places of business and two teams did that. A lady on one team held a kitchen show. I gave them 3 - 4 weeks to collect orders, they did this in April but I submitted on May 3. This way during the month of April they were able to sell the HWC products and have them before Mothers day. I put all the orders together and they all got 15%. I had the fundraiser sent to me. I was able to keep the orders separated with the order booklet I made and it was then very easily to bag the orders and get them to the right teams.

This year I am telling each team that I will be setting at their business this year because it made a bigger impact on the two teams last year.

Boy I hope you could keep up with this.:confused:

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How do you get started in the Relay for Life funraiser stuff?
 
I would go through Relay for Life Website and locate the local office which will be the bigger cities and then ask them for the Chairman in your surrounding town or towns.

I know I am in contact with my Relay for Life Chairman and she is one who I am working with to meet with other team captains at their next Team Captain Meeting.

I hope this helps.


www.cancer.org


;)
 
Go to http://www.acsrelay.org/main.php and then click NEW! FIND/LOCATE AN EVENT! put your zip code in and STAND BACK... you will have the date, time, location and chairman of every Relay for Life in your area. From there you can go to the individual Relay Event page and e-mail those who can put you in touch with team leaders. It helps to have a good letter prepared in advance... I have one with exactly what they team gets on the other side, both from me and from HO. I offer LOTS of incentives and tell them this is an idea fundraiser in that there is NO overhead.
I did one yesterday that is now at $970 with more coming in and I have another bank that's interested in doing the fundraiser with me too....
GO FOR IT!
 
I would love to see your letter you use, if you will share. This is my first experience with this and I am clueless.

TIA,
Jodi
 
I went to the Relay website but it doesn't list the chairperson for the event. What am I doing wrong?
 
Yeah, not all the events list the names and info of the people you should be contacting. You'd probably have better luck calling your local ACS office. That's what I did and I'm attending a captain's meeting on Monday!
 
What do you say when you call? Do you give extra incentives?
 
Please can we see examples of the paperwork that you supplied to these fundraisers. I am meeting with team captains next week and would love to see what worked for you. Thanks for your help.
 
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I went the website, went to the events in my local towns and emailed them saying that I was a pampered chef consultant and would like to help by conducting a fundraiser.

I am still unsure of how I am going to go about this. Do you guys think that setting up a table and providing door prizes are alright?
 

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The eaisest way is to give each team member a packet with some catties and OOFs. Then they go out and collect orders for their team! I would offer an incentive--if the team reaches a certain amt of sales, you'll kick in an extra 5% or whatever. Award a gift card to the team member that collects the most.

Give them something to motivate them!
 
I wanted to bump this one up....does anyone else have a flyer or anything that has worked for their Relay for Life fundraisers??
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RFL fundraising and how does it work?

RFL, or Relay For Life, is a community-based fundraising event organized by the American Cancer Society. Participants form teams to raise funds for cancer research, education, and support services. Teams typically host various activities and events to engage the community and encourage donations, with the ultimate goal of raising awareness and funds for cancer-related initiatives.

What are some effective fundraising ideas for RFL?

There are numerous creative fundraising ideas for RFL, including hosting bake sales, car washes, and garage sales. Additionally, you can organize themed events like trivia nights, silent auctions, or fun runs. Partnering with local businesses for sponsorships or donations can also enhance your fundraising efforts.

How can Pampered Chef products be used in RFL fundraising?

Pampered Chef offers a variety of kitchen products that can be utilized for RFL fundraising. You can host a Pampered Chef party where a portion of the sales goes directly to your RFL team. Additionally, you can raffle off Pampered Chef items or create gift baskets featuring their products to auction at your event.

Can we involve the community in our RFL fundraising efforts?

Absolutely! Engaging the community is key to successful fundraising. You can invite local businesses to sponsor your team, collaborate with schools or community centers for events, and promote your fundraising activities through social media. Encouraging community members to participate in events or volunteer can also boost support and donations.

How can we track our fundraising progress for RFL?

Tracking your fundraising progress can be done through various methods. Utilize online platforms that allow you to set goals and monitor donations in real-time. You can also create a visual progress chart to display at events, or regularly update your team and supporters via email or social media to keep everyone informed and motivated.

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