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Fundraising Tips:
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How To Choose A Fundraising Company
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Whether you're a first time fundraiser or a veteran fundraiser, you'll be faced with the same decisions. One of them will be how to choose a fundraising company. It's difficult enough to plan a fundraiser, so make sure the company you choose works with you and isn't just in it for a quick sale. Below are some things to think about during your search and decision process.
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Good Fundraising Companies Ask Questions
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Good fundraising companies will need to know about your group to help you the best. This is what they should ask you:
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- Your Group's Financial Goal
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- Your Fundraising Timeline
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- The Number Of Potential Participants And Their Ages
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- Any Historical Info You Can Provide
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(e.g. past fundraisers, participation levels, successes and failures)
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If they don't ask these questions, then they are not interested in your needs. It's in a good company's best interest to care and help make your fundraiser a success. They are looking to build customer loyalty and they want to generate repeat business.
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Important Things To Know About A Fundraising Company
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- How long has the company been in business?
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- How many years of experience does the company representative have in fundraising?
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- Do they listen to your needs and are easy to work with? If so, then they will help you later if problems arise?
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- Are their products of high quality? If so, then your fundraiser will raise more with less hassle?
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- What is the percentage profit of sales? Although the percentage profit is important, there are many other factors that need to be considered (product quality, shipping included, time saving help).
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- What services are available to save you and your volunteers time and energy? Does the company provide checklists, collection envelopes, tally sheets and pre-sorting?
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- Are products paid for in advance or upon delivery? Will they work with you on a fair payment option?
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- Is there an incentive or prize program? If so, who pays for it?
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- How are products shipped and when? Who pays the freight?
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- What is the policy regarding damaged or unsold product? What about back orders?
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- Can the company provide references?
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Once you find a fundraising company that matches up to the points above, you'll ensure better success on your next fundraiser and many fundraisers to come.
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