How Do Fall Fundraisers Work?With so many options, fall fundraiser ideas for schools are plentiful. Groups raise over a billion dollars annually selling products. The most popular time to sell is from August through November.
To get started, select one of our fall brochures. Each student receives a catalog, order form, prize flyer, and a money collection envelope. Also included is a step-by-step participant information letter.
When you meet with your group, explain why they’re raising money and how many items you want them to sell. They should only approach people they know.
Once your sale is over, send us your order forms for processing. You'll then receive your sales report and invoice.
We'll also work with you to schedule your delivery date. After paying your invoice, the remainder is your profit.
What Makes Our Fall Fundraiser Ideas Better?Schools raise more than $1.5 billion yearly selling products. The most popular choices include fall and holiday brochures that offer variety.
Two whole weeks, including weekends.
Most schools fundraise in the fall using large brochures that include various holiday gifts.
It depends on various factors, like the size of the school and the socioeconomic makeup. It’s not uncommon for a school with 500 students to bring in $30,000 or more.
Most schools start fundraising right after school starts. Their goal is to sell ahead of other groups in their area. But many organizations sell before the holidays. This is when people may be more apt to purchase gifts.
Here are three things to consider: 1) Have a purpose people are willing to support, 2) Set an individual student and school-wide sales goal, and 3) Determine the best way to motivate your students to sell.
It depends on whether your community is price-sensitive or not. Your group may be able to sell more items, but you will make less off each item. On average, our regular brochures raise more money for schools.
No, there is no initial cost to start a school fundraiser. You only need to pay once you have collected the funds. If you choose to sell using a brochure, we provide promotional supplies upfront without any charges. When selling a product you have on hand, payment is expected within 15 days of receiving the products.
You have the option to conduct your fundraiser online exclusively. Online fundraisers offer the advantage of eliminating the need to handle physical order forms and money. Moreover, the products purchased online will be directly shipped to the customers' addresses, enhancing convenience.
School fundraising is a straightforward process. You can choose from different options: select a brochure to showcase a range of products, choose a specific product to sell, or opt for an online fundraiser to promote your cause. The best part is that you can initiate your fundraising efforts without any upfront expenses.
Our custom school tumblers made from stainless steel are not recommended for dishwasher use. It's advisable to hand wash them to ensure their longevity. On the other hand, our plastic tumblers are generally considered safe for the top rack of a dishwasher.
Yes, some of our popular fundraising products are gluten-free. Notably, popcorn and lollipops are among the options individuals with gluten restrictions can enjoy while supporting the fundraising campaign.
Schools can earn a substantial profit through our fundraising programs. For brochure sales, schools typically make a 40% profit. Regarding in-hand product sales, the profit percentage depends on the number of items ordered, allowing schools to earn up to an impressive 90%. The profit from online fundraisers is determined by the total number of items your group sells.
A fall fundraiser is an event or campaign held during autumn to raise funds for a cause, organization, or project.
Consider hosting a pumpkin carving contest, a hayride and bonfire event, a fall-themed cooking competition, or a spooky scavenger hunt to engage donors creatively.
To stand out, focus on a compelling theme, leverage social media for promotion, collaborate with local businesses for sponsorships, and offer distinctive activities like apple cider tasting or a fall photo booth to create a memorable experience.
Fall Fundraising Suggestions & TipsIn 2022, consumers spent an estimated $936.3 billion in the retail industry over the holiday season. More than 165 million consumers chose to shop over Black Friday weekend alone! Although smaller, schools raise a respectable $1.4 billion selling fundraiser products.
According to AFRDS, product sales yield the best results compared to other fundraisers. The fall season is the time for giving, so there's no shortage of sales opportunities. And our brochures cover all the bases.
Each fall brochure incorporates a specific gift concept. "Heartland Goodies & Gifts" and "Tis the Season" offer kitchenware accessories, practical household items, and holiday gifts. Options like these are great when approaching neighbors, as the target audience is usually adults who answer the front door.
But be sure to comb through the pages first because there are a few unique gems. Our favorites are the variety of freshly baked cookies and a large variety of cheeses and sausages. We also recommend checking out the large selection of designer wraps.
"Heartland Goodies & Gifts" has an average retail price of $17 - an excellent selling point, for starters. This brochure suits a broader audience because it's affordable and specific to gift-giving. Kids also like picking gifts, knowing that the items are reasonably priced. They can find anything from snack boxes for their friends to candy for their siblings.
"'Tis the Season" focuses on Christmas. This is perfect if you love burning candles that smell like fir trees or eating yummy goodies. With a solid theme during a sales-driven season, yielding a high profit will be no problem.
Of the fall catalogs in this category, "'Tis the Season" may be the most successful option. This fundraising catalog boasts an enormous amount of durable and double-sided wrapping paper. Fall has no shortage of uses for quality and attractive wrapping paper options.
And you may have some Halloween parties coming up. This is the perfect time to whip out your child's fall fundraiser catalog. Especially if it involves the Dulce de Leche owls or pecan caramel clusters, when folks are already enjoying their ghoulish goodies, they'll be in the frame of mind to buy more.
If you're raising early in the season, use various options to sell to your customer. Ask people, "Who are you buying gifts for this year?" Wrapping paper is "perfect if it's later in the season. You'll give the appearance that everything wasn't wrapped simultaneously.
