- The fundraiser you choose should be a good match to your fundraising goals
- Innovative fundraising methods are appreciated by your supporters who may be tired of the typical quality of product they are asked to purchase
- A quality product will have more success
- The more people know about why you are raising funds, the more successful you will be
- Supporting those within your own community is one of the best ways to give back
- 80% of parents and 75% of Americans purchase fundraising products
- Most of your success will be through your community: family, friends, and co-workers
- If people know why you are raising money they will be more inclined to purchase and buy more
- The fact that you are making a measurable difference in the quality of life in your community
- Set a personal goal. How much do you want to sell?
- Make a list of friends and family you will contact
- Remember to introduce yourself and smile!
- Be able to talk about the products you are selling - look over your catalog
- Ask people to help your school, not just buy your products.
Always say “Thank You!”
- Talk to your parents about how you can sell safely
- Elementary-aged children are not encouraged to sell door-to-door
- Always sell with another student (grade 6 and above students only) or with an adult
- Never enter anyone’s house
- Never sell after dark unless you’re with an adult
- Don’t carry large amounts of cash
- Always walk on the sidewalk and driveway
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