Candy Fundraisers are Sweet Money Makers
Candy fundraisers are always big earners because candy is so popular. People buy it for themselves and they give it out as gifts. And, of course, kids especially love it.
You can do candy fundraising with few volunteers, so it is ideal for small or large fundraising groups. One reason candy sells so well is because it is generally inexpensive. People are much more willing to pay a dollar or so for a candy bar than, say, $14 for a small tin of flavored popcorn. Ouch!
Nobody wants to get gouged. Indeed, candy works well as a money making tool for all types of fundraising groups, regardless of the income level of the community.
Kids, who are usually quite effective at selling candy, can take boxes (chocolate bars, lollipops, etc. ) door-to-door to sell in their own neighborhoods (in most cases you'll want an adult to accompany them) and parents can take boxes, samples or order forms to work and get their coworkers to help with the fundraiser.
We are the champions...
Champion candy sellers don't stop there. They approach local businesses, call out of state relatives, set up booths at grocery stores and root out buyers everywhere they can. Everyone is a potential customer.
Is there a best time of year?
Nope. Candy selling works well any time of the year. However, if you can time your candy promotions to coincide with the "candy holidays", including Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day and Easter, you might get even more orders.
How does it work?
Start with a reputable company such as efundraising (a subsidiary of Reader's Digest). They provide the candy and the promotional brochures along with order forms. There is a minimum purchase required, but you can make up to a 50% profit.
How to maximize profits with candy fundraisers
To boost sales among your volunteers, give prizes, such as movie tickets, dinner coupons, video games, etc. to the individuals who get the most orders and/or those who bring in the most money. This works for a lot of different events, not just candy fundraisers.
Another way to boost sales is for your volunteers to set up a booth at a busy grocery store entrance (many stores will allow this for non-profit groups) or at a school athletic event, or even during Election Night at schools. Hint: go where the people are.
Recommended Candy Fundraiser Suppliers
eFundraising - Providing gourmet chocolate, including the World's Finest Chocolate, Hershey's and Hebert. The $2 chocolate bars have proven to be the most popular - and most profitable – chocolate fundraiser. You can even personalize some bars for better results. Free information kit, free prize program and free shipping. Call toll free 1-866-216-2080.
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Candy fundraising is always well-liked because fundraising candy is a treat for those who crave something sweet. And don't we all?
Snack items tend to be consistent winners for raising money, so tried and true items like fundraiser candy or nuts are always a good choice.
Indeed, a candy bar fundraiser is an excellent way to raise funds for your school, church or other fundraising group.
Note that of all the types of candy sales, a chocolate fundraiser is the most popular.
It's rather bold to call it the World's Finest Chocolate, wouldn't you agree?