Maximize Your Fundraising Success: Tried and Tested Tips from a Consultant

[ughubug]

Hi All,

I have been a consultant for a year and a half and have decided to start being more active and earn more money now that I am out of college and have a reasonable full time job.

I am wanting to do some fundraisers, first for the sales and second to get my name and business exposed to MORE people for MORE shows

How have YOU or others you know been successful in finding groups to hold fundraisers?

I thought of sending letters/emails and following up with calls, any other suggestions?

 

[its_me_susan]

Hi All,

I have been a consultant for a year and a half and have decided to start being more active and earn more money now that I am out of college and have a reasonable full time job.

I am wanting to do some fundraisers, first for the sales and second to get my name and business exposed to MORE people for MORE shows

How have YOU or others you know been successful in finding groups to hold fundraisers?

I thought of sending letters/emails and following up with calls, any other suggestions?

Mostly shows. Mention them during your intro and again with drawing slips. The more shows you do, the more "connections" you make through the contacts you make at shows and fairs will be more likely to have someone suggesting you.

 

[missyciccolella]

Find a cause you want to support...cancer research, animal shelter, whatever. Contact the local chapter/shelter/etc and ask to set up a fundraiser for them. Try to have a "game" plan before you call and be ready to explain more about our fundraisers.

 

[Jules711]

I've been involved with and organized a fundraising expo. Pick a cause (especially one that is popular in the area) and get area consultants to participate and they donate their commission or profits. Usually, the location will donate the space and newspapers will do free ads/articles. Same with radio. This can generate good sales (though you aren't really keeping it) & can secure bookings, esp if you offer to donate money to the organization for any booked that day/night.I've gotten several new contacts based on this and feel good about supporting a great cause. I've had better luck with this than an organization just doing a fundraiser. Not sure why b/c it could be MUCH more beneficial, but then it's more work for them too.

 

[Wildfire]

Hi there! Congratulations on your decision to become more active in your Pampered Chef business. Fundraisers are a great way to not only increase your sales, but also to spread the word about your business to a wider audience. One successful way I have found to find groups for fundraisers is by reaching out to local schools, churches, and community organizations. These groups are often looking for ways to raise funds and are open to hosting a Pampered Chef fundraiser. You can also consider partnering with other local businesses to co-host a fundraiser event.Sending letters or emails and following up with calls is a great approach. You can also utilize social media to reach out to potential groups and promote your fundraisers. Another idea is to offer a special incentive for the group hosting the fundraiser, such as a free product or increased donation percentage.Best of luck with your fundraisers! Keep up the great work and I'm sure you will see success in no time. Let me know if you have any other questions or need any further assistance. Happy cooking!