Who Should Checks Be Made Out to in a PC Fundraiser for Relay For Life?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the process of handling checks for a Pampered Chef fundraiser associated with Relay For Life, particularly regarding to whom the checks should be made out. Participants share their understanding and experiences related to the financial transactions involved in such fundraisers.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about whether checks should be made out to the American Cancer Society or the company hosting the fundraiser.
  • Another participant suggests that checks should be made out to the host or coordinator, who then submits the funds to Pampered Chef.
  • Several users mention the involvement of a third party, the American Cancer Society, adding complexity to the process.
  • One participant notes that the final donation check could be made out to either the RFL team or the ACS, depending on the setup.
  • Another participant shares their understanding that the company hosting the fundraiser receives the check and then sends it to the ACS.
  • One participant highlights the necessity for the RFL team to have a bank account set up if checks are made out to them.
  • Another participant questions whether checks can be made out to the company associated with the RFL team, indicating a possible alternative approach.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the appropriate recipient for the checks, with no clear consensus emerging on the best practice for handling the funds in this context.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and interpretations of the fundraising process, with participants navigating the complexities of third-party involvement and organizational requirements.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants involved in fundraising efforts for Relay For Life may find the shared experiences and viewpoints relevant as they navigate similar situations.

spoiledchef
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Okay, so let's say that Company A's Relay For Life team is having a PC fundraiser. Typically, people make RFL checks out to the American Cancer Society. However, for the PC fundraiser, would individuals make their check out to Company A. Then, Company A makes the check out to the ACS, and PC makes the profit check out to Company A. Am I understanding this all correctly? I sure hope so b/c I've got a RFL fundraiser, and I need the answer. Thanks.
 
I would have the people who are purchasing make the checks out to the host/coordinator of the fundraiser, and then that person makes a check to you in that amount, you submit the show and PC sends the host the check for the fundraiser. Fundraisers work like regular cooking shows, except the host doesn't get products...they get a check in the name of the fund to pass on to the company/fund. I hope I answered the question you are asking...
 
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You answered it, but with RFL fundraisers there's a third party involved (the American Cancer Society). So, that's where I'm getting confused I think.
 
Who is the fundraiser check ultimately going to...RFL or ACS? I think it would be up to the host as to whom the check is made to.
 
They just get the final donationYour customers make their checks out to you or the RFL team. Then, you submit the order just like normal with either ACS as the organization or the RFL team if they have a bank account set up. Then the final check goes to them and they can either send it direct to ACS (if it's made out to ACS) or they can include it with all of their other donations in their account and then they send one big check to ACS. At least that's how I think it works.....pretty sure....
 
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That's what I was thinking. The company's RFL team gets the PC check, and then they send a check to the ACS from their account. So, PC makes the check out to the company represented by the RFL team. This is a pretty big fundraiser from what I'm gathering, so I'm a bit overwhelmed. But -- hopefully it'll all be worth it.
 
Just remember that if you have the check made out to the RFL team that they have to have a fund set up at a bank.
 
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But -- can't the check go to the RFL team's COMPANY? This fundraiser is for the Northrop Grumman RFL team, so the check could be made out to Northrop Grumman, right? Then, Northrop Grumman writes a check to the ACS.

I think I've just CONFUSED MYSELF!!!! Man, why isn't this all black and white for me? ARRRGGGHHH!
 
Got me on that one, I'm not sure.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should checks be made out to in a PC fundraiser for Relay For Life?

Checks should be made out to "Relay For Life" or the specific team name associated with the fundraiser, as directed by the event organizers.

Can I make the check out to Pampered Chef instead?

No, checks should not be made out to Pampered Chef. They must be made out to Relay For Life or the designated team to ensure proper allocation of funds.

What if I forget to write the correct name on the check?

If you accidentally write the wrong name on the check, it may delay the processing of your donation. It's best to issue a new check with the correct name to ensure it goes to the right place.

Are there any specific instructions for writing the check?

Yes, in addition to writing it out to Relay For Life or the team name, make sure to include any relevant details in the memo line, such as your name or the event date, to help with tracking donations.

Can I pay with cash instead of a check?

Yes, cash donations are typically accepted, but it's advisable to check with the fundraiser organizer for their preferred method of handling cash contributions.

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