Online Fundraisers

How Does Online Fundraising Work?

Instead of asking for donations, sell products using the internet. U.S. Consumers spent $601.75 billion online in 2019 alone. Everyone is looking for innovative ways to make raising money easier.

Touchless fundraisers will expand your market. You don't have to take catalog orders in person. Instead, ask your group to direct friends and family to your online store. After they place their order, we’ll ship them their product, and you receive a profit.

Sellers can use our email generator, social media tool, and text feature to reach more people. To learn more, see our online fundraising ideas & tips section.

Why Our Online Fundraisers?

• No Face to Face Selling. Generate sales by inviting people to your online store.
• Larger Market. Expand your reach nationwide.
• Realtime Sales Updates: You’ll know which group members are selling and how much, anytime.
• Higher Profits: You make up to 50% profit off every product sold.
• No Paperwork. No order forms to deal with or money to collect.
• No Group Deliveries. You don’t receive any shipments which means there’s nothing to deliver. Merchandise ships direct to the customer.
• 100% Product Guarantee. We work directly with your buyers to take care of any product issues.
• Great Customer Service. Our goal is a fast and easy sale.
• No Startup Cost. We won’t charge you to set up your store. And there’s no order minimums either. Sign up for your online fundraiser today for free.

Questions About Online Fundraisers

1. How do online fundraisers work?

   Group members promote your online store people using email, social media and text. You make up to 50% profit off every purchase.

2. What are your most profitable products?

   Our biggest sellers are popcorn and cookie dough. Flowers are a unique fundraising idea. Or you can offer a large selection of products. Variety sells because people have more options.

3. How do we set up an online fundraiser?

   To get started, select a product and submit a ‘start a fundraiser’ form. We’ll then send you your online store ‘getting started’ instructions and access information.

4. What are some good online fundraising ideas for schools?

   When selling products, be sure to get students to register. This way they’ll be able to share their unique store link with friends and family. It's also important to remind them to keep sharing the link throughout the sale.

5. Does it cost any money to set up an online fundraiser?

   There is no cost to set up, start and run an online product sale.

6. How do we track our online sales?

   You'll have access to your online sales dashboard so you can check your progress anytime.

7. Can people give a donation instead?

   People have the opportunity to donate as well.

8. How long do virtual fundraisers last?

   We recommend keeping your store open for 2 weeks.

9. How do we get our money for an online fundraiser?

   Your profit check is processed within 15 business days of the close of your store.

10. Are there any online shipping fees?

    Only the buyer pays a fee to ship them their product. Many of our programs also offer free shipping to the customer once a certain dollar amount is ordered.

Online Fundraising Suggestions & Tips

• Schedule a virtual kickoff meeting with your group members. There are plenty of free collaborative software tools available. Learn more
• Set a seller goal. This helps your students understand what it’s going to take to help the group succeed.
• Ongoing communication with your sellers throughout your fundraiser is key to your success.
• Smaller groups can meet online to also discuss individual sales progress.
• Remind your group on a regular basis how long they have left to sell. This helps create a sense of urgency. Stores typically stay open for 2 weeks.
• Plan your online fundraiser around a special occasion or holiday. This gives people more reasons to buy.
• Encourage sellers to also buy for themselves, their friends, and family.