Fundraising >> Direct Sales - School FundRaising
Brief description - The direct sales program is where the church or school fundraising organizers purchase a specified amount of products. Typically, only a few types of products are purchased at a time. This program works especially well for smaller groups that need to raise a limited amount of money in a short time. A typical use of this program is for a band to raise money to travel, a sports team raising money for uniforms or a grade specific class raising money for a field trip.
Here is how the program works - We will work with the planners and organizers to determine one or more products that will sell well for your particular situation. Products that we typically recommend for this type of program are Emergency Notification Service, first aid kits, single survival kits, gas shutoff values, light sticks and other safety related items. Once the number and types of products are determined, an order is placed. We will deliver the order to any location specified. Once the products are delivered, your team of organizers and planners will distribute the product to the fundraising participants. You have a set price for the products and can charge any amount you wish. This allows you to determine how much profit the fundraising event will generate.
Other
church and school fundraising programs
Advantages
- Fast turnaround time
- Very little time to organize
- Little time to manager event
Disadvantages
- Up front cost of products
- Some inventory required – Unused products can be returned for a nominal charge. Just pay for shipping and handling of the items. Please note that food and water items cannot be returned.
- Has less earning potential than pre-sales program