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12 Fundraising Sales Secrets
12 Helpful hints for selling fundraising products
Bake Sale Fundraiser
A bake sale fundraiser is a great way for church groups, clubs, and elementary school groups to raise much needed funds. A bake sale is easy to put together and with a little extra effort, you can turn yours into a fun event.
Bowling Fundraiser - Fun in Fundraising
Emphasize that it's all about having fun for a good cause and your bowling fundraiser will be a big success!
Brick Fundraising
A design project incorporating custom, laser-engraved bricks is a great way to raise funds for any cause. They offer a beautiful way to recognize donors for contributing to a capital campaign. Donor bricks can also be used for straightforward fund raising to pay for a new school sidewalk or churc
Candy Fundraisers - Maximize Your Bottom Line
There are a lot of little tricks to candy fundraiser sales. If you keep it fun for your participants, offer a good value to your customers, and make a solid effort, you can expect excellent results.
Candy Fundraisers For Nonprofit Groups
Candy fundraising is incredibly popular with youth sports groups, school clubs, and church youth activities. What most groups need a little help with is how to maximize their profits.
Car Wash Fundraiser Ideas
Car wash fundraisers are a proven money-maker in virtually every community. All you need are willing volunteers, a high-traffic location with good visibility, and some attention getting signs.
Charity Fundraising - Part 2
Oftentimes, a non-profit group will ask for donations via a direct solicitation. There are literally dozens of books about this type of charity fundraising. Part one of this article is an overview of different solicitation approaches. Part two sites common mistakes to avoid.
Cheerleader Fundraisers - An Essential Guide
So you need new cheerleading uniforms and your squad wants to go to camp? Well it's time to raise money! Here are some cheerleader fundraiser do's and don'ts to give your squad a fun, safe way to earn money.
Church Fund Raiser Ideas
If you're looking for some church fundraiser ideas, here are a dozen or so that are fairly easy to put together. These church fund raisers are low cost and take some effort, but they do a great job of raising much needed funds.
Cookie Dough Fundraising Tips
What is a cookie dough fundraiser?
The basic concept is the same as all order taker fundraisers. You equip your sellers with a brochure, an order form, and a basic sales script.
Earth Friendly Fundraisers
When you conduct a fundraiser, you are sending a message to your volunteers and your supporters. That message contains a value statement about your organization. Doing the right thing means putting your organization squarely behind a bigger need than just your own cause.
Elementary School Fundraising
Perhaps nothing matches the enthusiasm and zeal of elementary school children. This carries over to elementary school fundraising events where young students strive to complete every assigned fundraising chore with determination and dedication. Teachers and parents participate and guide the children
Fruit Fundraiser Tips
A fresh fruit fundraiser can raise a lot of funds with the right sales approach. Work with a good supplier and make sure your sellers know exactly what to say to maximize sales.
Fun Fundraising - Try A Cow Chip Fundraiser
What exactly is a cow chip fundraiser? It's a country-style fundraising event that combines guessing where a cow will answer nature's call with raising funds for your favorite charitable cause. Turn it into a big party with multiple fundraising activities and you'll be amazed how much you can raise!
Fundraiser Volunteer Recruiting
In nearly all cases, fundraising for your non-profit group requires the work of volunteers. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your fundraiser by recruiting the worker bees you need.
Fundraisers - Should You Try Something New?
When someone is put in charge of fundraising for the team, their first instinct is to look for something new and different. While change is great, sometimes the tried and true fundraisers work best. That’s why they are tried and true, right?
Fundraising Fundamentals
Successful fundraising requires following certain fundamental steps. Here are two things you have to do with every fundraiser:
Fundraising Ideas For Your Next Fundraiser
Non-profit fundraising is all about multiple streams of income, so how do you make more money for your organization?
Fundraising Ideas: Keep It Safe
When your youth group is doing a fundraiser, it is imperative to make sure that the proper safety precautions are followed.
Fundraising Tips - The Follow-Up
Informing everyone who took part in your most recent fundraising is of utmost importance.
Fundraising With Calendars
Calendar fundraisers have always been popular with nonprofit and school groups. The idea is pretty basic - assemble some great photos, have a batch of calendars printed up, and offer them for sale to your supporters.
Fundraising with Discount Cards
Looking for ideas for fundraisers? You're not the only one. Every group is searching for easy fundraisers that produce big results. Well, selling fundraising discount cards is one of the best fundraisers around.
Fundraising With Flowers
Fundraising with flowers is easy and quite profitable when you tap into an existing market demand. Holidays such as Valentines Day and Mothers Day are perfect opportunities for raising funds, but don't overlook the Christmas holiday season as well.
Fundraising With Food
Fundraising with food has been a long time favorite for sports team fundraising. It is effective, provides something most people like and are willing to pay for, and the variety is vast. Whatever type of food fundraiser you choose for your team, there are three things you must do to get the most out
Fundraising with Popcorn
Kids love fundraising popcorn and if you're raising funds, that's a good thing. Popcorn fundraisers are great moneymakers because sellers are always enthusiastic about a product they like and customers love buying this healthy snack treat for their children.
Golf Fundraiser for NonProfit Groups
If done correctly, a golf tournament can raise a substantial amount of money. Leverage all these fundraising tips and you'll have a record-breaking golf fundraiser!
Having a Successful Youth Group Fundraiser
Church youth groups raise funds for various reasons. In any youth group fundraiser, two big challenges often hinder getting the desired results.
Healthy Fundraisers
Many schools are looking for healthier alternatives to traditional fundraising products that contain large amounts of sugar and in some cases, trans fat as well. Event-based fund raising is one alternative that's growing in popularity.
Holiday Fundraisers Part 2
Holiday fundraisers can be an option for many non-profit groups. Schools, churches and youth sports groups can benefit from holiday fundraising. Part one looked at Christmas tree and wreath sales as a way of raising funds for non-profit groups. In part two, we’ll look at a common but profitab
Holiday Fundraising
Many schools, youth groups and sports teams can benefit from having a holiday fundraiser. By supplying items that people will purchase anyway, everybody wins.

Here is one idea on holiday fundraising that can bring big profits to your group.
Holiday Fundraising Part 3
Holiday fundraisers are all about timing. Schools, churches and youth sports groups can schedule their fundraisers to coincide with a time when most people’s spending increases. Part one looked at Christmas tree and wreath sales as a way of raising funds for non-profit groups. Part two, explo
How To Write a Better Fundraising Letter
Quick tips on writing fundraising letters. Includes sample donation request letter to customize.
How To Write A Donation Thank You Note
Many times in life, we know we need to thank people for helping out, but can't find the right things to say. Here are some tips on how to say thanks along with a sample fundraising thank you letter you can copy.
Jingle Bell Run For Charity
A fun fundraiser for the holiday season is doing a Jingle Bell Walk for your favorite cause. It can be a great fundraising event for a school, church group, medical research, or any other nonprofit group.
Jingle Bell Walk For Charity
This is a fun fundraising event that is easily put together. All you need is a good place to walk, a large supply of jingle bells, and some eager participants. Promote your cause with good publicity techniques to increase your turnout.
Krispy Kreme Fundraising
Krispy Kreme fundraising has been helping schools, youth sports groups, and churches raise money since 1937. Krispy Kreme doughnuts are a great fundraiser. Raise money by selling fresh doughnuts. Works well for school fundraisers, churches, clubs, and youth sports teams.
Little League Fundraisers
What are some easy Little League fundraisers and what can you do to maximize the funds raised? Let's take a look at traditional candy sales, discount cards, and some event ideas.
Lollipop Fundraisers
Gourmet lollipops are a popular fundraising candy that come in a wide variety of shapes and flavors. With sports themed designs as well as special holiday shapes, you can really target your audience with these irresistible goodies.
Mystery Dinner Theater Fundraiser
A murder mystery dinner is a great way for nonprofit groups to raise funds. Here are some ideas on how to host this fundraising event and how to make the most for your bottom line.
Photography Fundraiser
Get The Picture is a name I coined for portrait event fundraisers. The idea here is to offer family portraits, glamour shots, vintage photos, and other "dressy" pictures.
Pink Flamingo Fundraiser for NonProfit Groups
A Pink Flamingo fundraiser involves deploying a flock of pink plastic flamingoes in someone's yard or outside a business entrance. A note is left explaining that the person or business has been selected by someone to be 'flocked' for a good cause.
Pizza Fundraiser Ideas
Fundraising with pizza is a great idea for most any size group. It provides your buyers with something everyone wants, and can be very profitable as a fundraising idea.
Pizza Hut Fundraiser
Another popular way to raise funds is a Pizza Hut Fundraiser. Whether you choose a preplanned pizza night or pizza discount cards, it's a great way to raise money for nonprofit groups.
Promo Fundraising
A new trend in easy fundraisers is promo fundraising or affiliate sales. Essentially, you are raising funds by referring new customers to businesses offering popular goods and services.
Recycle Inkjet Cartridge Fundraiser
Doing an inkjet cartridge recycling fundraiser is easy plus it's good for the environment. Select a business partner that easy to work with and pays fairly.
Rubber Duck Fundraiser
A rubber duck race is fun and easy fundraiser. This type of event is very family-oriented and can be scaled in size to fit your group's supporter base.
School Band Fundraisers
In this article, we'll consider three band fundraisers that take some effort, are perfect for medium-sized groups, and produce excellent results
School Fundraiser Organization Tips Part 2
Hopefully, you've already read Part One of these tips for organizing your school fundraiser. A smart plan can make your school fundraiser much easier. Here are some other considerations:
School Fundraisers - It's All About Being Organized
Organizing your school fundraiser can go much smoother than you may think. Here are some things to consider:
School Fundraising Ideas - Part One
Looking for a good school fundraising idea? In this series, we'll take a look at three school fundraising ideas. Part One looks at Discount Shopping Cards.
School Fundraising Ideas - Part Three
Looking for a good school fundraising idea? In this series, we'll take a look at three school fundraising ideas. Part Three looks at Prepaid Phone Cards.
School Fundraising Ideas - Part Two
Looking for a good school fundraising idea? In this series, we'll take a look at three school fundraising ideas. Part Two looks at Pizza Cards.
Softball Fundraisers
Looking for some easy softball fundraisers that really produce great results? Here are three softball fundraising ideas to consider.
Successful Fundraisers
Tips for making your school fundraiser a success!
The Importance of Location in Fundraising
There are few things that are more important than location. It not only applies to real estate, but to fundraising too. Here are some tips to expand your horizons when trying to maximize your fundraising efforts.
Three Great Fundraising Event Ideas
These three fundraising events work well for any size group. To maximize your success, you must create awareness within the community of both the specifics of your fundraising event and the reason why your group is raising funds.
Tried and True Fundraisers
When someone is put in charge of fundraising, their first instinct is to look for something new and different. While change is great, sometimes the tried and true fundraisers work best. That’s why they are tried and true, right?
Valentines Day Fundraisers
Valentines Day is a great time for fundraising, particularly for school groups and small nonprofits. Here are some quick ways to raise funds with Valentines Day fundraisers.
Whiskey Tasting Fundraiser - A Grown-Up Event
Hosting a whiskey-tasting fundraiser event is a great way for nonprofits to raise funds. An adult evening out learning about the differences between whiskey varieties from local experts is a fun experience. Plus, if it's done correctly, this type of fundraiser event can generate a lot of revenue.
Wine Tasting Fundraiser
Looking for tips on organizing a wine-tasting fundraiser? Here are some ideas on organizing your fundraising event in order to maximize your proceeds.
Writing Donation Request Letters
Writing a fundraising letter is not that difficult. However, you need to know what works and what doesn't before you invest your time composing your donation request. Fundraising letters have some general rules of thumb.

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