Delightfully disruptive, Sweet Chaos Popcorn brochure fundraiser comes in 9 amazing sweet and savory flavors sold in large family-sized bags. Choices include classic Kettle Corn and White Cheddar, while our more exotic flavors include Jalapeño Blue Cheese, Peanut Butter Cup, and Cold Stone Cake Batter! We use non-GMO popcorn popped in coconut oil to add a creamy richness to each kernel.
Program Details
- Price: $12
- Profit: 40% of retail
- Shipping: Free shipping
Nutrition facts are available upon request.
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Brochure Fundraising Steps
1. Sign Up
Enroll in our no-upfront-cost fundraiser.
2. Receive Kit
Get your startup kit, including participant supplies.
Free Supply Guidelines
3. Make Sales
Take orders and collect money in person.
4. Order Processing
Submit your order for processing.
5. Receive Products
Order delivered 3-4 weeks after we receive your order.
Choose a Prize Program
Motivate your sellers to raise more money with a Prize Program
All prizes are free and do not come out of your profit.
How it Works
How does a brochure fundraiser work?
Groups use our brochures to sell popular consumer-based products and keep a percentage of the sales. Here's how our brochure fundraiser works:
- Each participant receives a brochure with an order form on the back.
- Participants ask neighbors, family, and friends to purchase products from their brochures.
- Participants gather orders, and money is collected.
- Participants turn in their order forms and money.
- You deposit any brochure money in your account, and submit your order to us for processing.
- We'll email you an invoice for what you owe, and you keep the rest as profit.
- The order is packed and shipped to the group.
- Participants deliver the merchandise to their buyers.
Do we pay for fundraising supplies?
You will not be charged upfront for any supplies, and they are free if your group meets the following order minimums based on your group size:
Groups of up to 99 participants
There is no supply charge if you sell 150 or more products. We will charge a $100 supply fee for orders with fewer than 150 products sold.
Groups with 100 or more participants
Supplies are free if your group averages $25 or more in retail sales per member. (Since the average price of a product listed in a typical brochure is about $15, that's less than two products sold per seller.)
| Ave. Retail Sales / Enrolled | Supply Fee |
|---|---|
| $0-$9.99 | $1 / Enrolled |
| $10-$14.99 | 75¢ / Enrolled |
| $15-$24.99 | 50¢ / Enrolled |
| $25+ | No Charge |
Quick Calculation Tip: Assuming an average retail price of $15 per product, if 33% of your enrolled participants average five products or more in sales, you should not encounter a supply fee charge. The higher the participation, the lower the number of sold products required per seller.
Another quick way to determine your average retail sales per enrolled is to divide your total sales by your group enrollment. Consider the following two examples.
If your group raises:
- $2,500 with 150 participants, your average retail sales per enrolled participant would be $16.67 ($2,500 ÷ 150 = $16.67). You would be charged 50¢ x 150 = $75 (See chart above).
- $5,000 with 150 participants, your average retail sales per enrolled participant would be $33.33 ($5,000 ÷ 150 = $33.33). We will not charge a supply fee because you reached $25 per enrolled participant.
Another way is to multiply $25 by your enrollment number. If you have 150 participants, your supplies would be free if your retail sales are $3,750 or more (150 participants x $25 products/participant = $3,750).
Remember that many sellers will sell more than two products while others may not. You shouldn't incur a supply fee if your group averages two or more products sold per enrolled participant. We will add any supply cost fee to your invoice.
Supplies are shipped in bulk to your group. You must either distribute the supplies to your sellers directly during your kickoff meeting or collate them first and distribute them as packets. Make sure your sellers have envelopes for collecting money.
NOTE: Brochures and online sales count towards the minimum free supply requirement. Donations are not products and do not count toward meeting free supply requirements.
Is money collected up front?
Yes. Supporters can pay by check, cash, money order, or cashier's check.
Can participants earn prizes?
Yes. Our prize programs are optional but recommended. You can boost sales by incentivizing your participants. It's important to discuss your incentive plan at your kickoff meeting. Then, continue to remind your participants about your prizes throughout your campaign. This will keep them motivated to sell.
There is no cost for our incentives.
How soon can we start?
You'll receive an agreement to sign after you submit our Start a Fundraiser form. It will take at least 7-10 business days to process your order and pack and ship your supplies.
How long is the fundraiser?
The key is to balance sufficient time for sales with sustained enthusiasm, so we’ve found a 2-week sale to be optimal. Therefore, we will set your end date for two weeks after your start date by default.
You can always let us know if you need to extend your sale about three-quarters of the way through. To succeed, focus on creating a sense of seller urgency, getting out of the gate quickly, and establishing early momentum.
Online Store
Can we also raise money online?
Sweet Chaos Popcorn fundraiser currently does not offer an online selling option.
Can we accept donations?
Sweet Chaos Popcorn fundraiser does not offer a donation option. We encourage donations to go directly to the organization.
Making Sales
Is there a minimum order?
There are no order requirements for a Sweet Chaos Popcorn fundraiser.
How much money can we make?
You must know your group size and participant goal. Here's how you can estimate your profit:
Calculation Steps
- Participant Count x Participant Product Goal = Products Sold
- Products Sold x Average Retail Price = Gross Sales
- Gross Sales x Profit % = Group Profit
Example
- Let's say you have 60 participants and set your participant product goal at 10. The products sold would be 60 participants x 10 products/participant = 600.
- Next, determine your gross sales. The average retail price is about $12, so your gross sales would be 600 products x $12 = $7,200.
- Since your profit is 40%, your group profit would be $7,200 x 40% = $2,880.
Keep in mind our example is only an estimated profit. In reality, participants probably won't sell the same number of products. In addition, the average retail dollars sold per seller will vary.
Can we track our sales?
You probably won't know how many orders you get until you collect your order forms. Yet some strategies can give you a ballpark idea. Learn how to track your fundraising progress
How do we receive our money?
Brochure Sales: Money and order forms are turned in at the end of the sale. The money gets deposited in the group's account, and the order is processed.
Groups receive sales reports and invoices once orders are processed. The group sends a check for the invoice amount and keeps the rest as profit.
Online Sales: A credit for your online sales profit will appear on your brochure invoice. We'll send you a check for the difference if you raise more money online within five business days after your order is shipped.
Ship to Buyer: Payments are processed within five business days after any prizes are shipped. If no prizes are shipped, payment is processed within 15 business days of the close of your store.
Donations: Any profits earned from donations are factored into your online sales credit.
What is our profit?
Groups make 40% off all brochure and online sales.
You also receive 70% of online donations.
(Use the 'Calculate Your Profit' calculator at the top of the page to learn how much money your group can make)
What about sales tax?
Certain states require that we collect and remit sales tax on your behalf to your state's Department of Revenue. We will need to charge sales tax if your state has determined that we have established nexus and you are not tax-exempt. See our brochure fundraising tax guide for more information.
Shipping
How soon do we receive our order?
Orders ship within 7-10 business days after receiving your order.
Where do orders ship to?
The product ships from our Minnesota factory to all the lower 48 states.
How is our order packed?
Orders are packed in bulk by product flavor to the piece, not according to the seller.
Is there a shipping fee?
There is no shipping charge for the first brochure order delivered to your group. Groups are responsible for a $95 shipping fee for any late orders that must ship separately.
Shipping Terms
We pack group orders in the order received and schedule them for delivery within 7-10 business days after receipt of the order. Shipments will arrive on the date specified, barring any unforeseen events. Delivery dates and times are not guaranteed.
We may charge a fee for a liftgate, inside delivery, or delivery to a residential address. Inside delivery means we will bring the order inside and place it near the door. The freight company will not break down pallets. We recommend arranging to have volunteers ready to assist.
Only orders received in time to be added to the main order will count toward the minimum order requirements. The group will also be responsible for any late order shipping fees.
Big Fundraising Ideas is not responsible for products not stored properly.
Do you ship orders to sellers?
There is no ship-to-seller option for a Sweet Chaos Popcorn fundraiser.
How are product issues handled?
If you have any products that need replacing, you must submit a form that we'll attach to your delivery notification email. Sellers will have seven days to report any missing or damaged products. Groups are allowed one submission per fundraiser.
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