Do
candles make good fundraisers?
In
the December 2005 Issue of Woman's Day Magazine page 24, the whole page is
about the Holiday Challenge. One poll is called Speedy Santa "Whats your
favorite last
minute gift? Well, Guess what made the top answer on the list? You guessed it:
43%
Scented Candles
24%
Bottle of Wine
15% Box of Chocolates
14% Lottery Ticket
4% Stationery
Page 27 Woman Day Dec 2005 Interview with a store owner of clothes, home decor,
and assorted gifts. One of the questions asked?
" Is there a Foolproof gift?"
Answer: "A beautiful ceramic vase or a (yes you guessed it) Candle is
Great!
Additionally, surveys done by the candle industry indicate that candles are used
in 7
out of 10 US households across every demographic. Candle purchasers view candles
as appropriate gifts for the holidays (76%), as house warming gifts (74%), as
hostess/dinner party gifts (66%), as thank you gifts (61%) and as adult birthday
gifts
(58%).
*These statistics are from the National Candle Association. More information
about the
candle industry can be viewed at www.candles.org
So, instead of "guilting" people into buying stale candy, overpriced
wrapping paper, or
any of the other "ordinary" fundraising items - why not sell something
that people ARE
ALREADY BUYING??!!!
How
do I start my fundraiser?
A
Commitment Form is included in my information packet. Just fill it out and
email/snail
mail it in. All your fundraising materials will be shipped at no charge once the
form is
received! If you would like an information packet or if you are ready to get
started right
away please contact me!
Are
there any startup fees with your fundraisers?
No
! "Makes Scents To Me" will supply everything you need to get
started with your
fundraiser. There are no out-of-pocket expenses.
What
supplies do I receive?
Once
we have your fundraiser customized for YOUR organization, you will receive sales
brochures and informational fliers for all of your participants, master forms to
tally your
orders, and a detailed instructions page for totaling and ordering your
products.
Can
any size group participate?
Yes!
Any size group or individual can participate in our fundraisers.
Do
you have to be a non-profit group to use your fundraisers?
No!
Any group or individual needing to raise funds for a worthy cause can use our
fundraisers.
Am
I required to purchase products and then sell them?
No!
Our fundraisers are based on pre-sells. Your participants sell from our sales
brochure for the designated length of your fundraiser; collecting the funds as
they sell.
The director collects all the funds and orders; tallies everything on the master
form and
turns that in to 'Makes Scents To Me'. You will only pay for the products you
order.
There is no need to keep inventory on hand and you are not left with
anything that you
cannot sell!
When
do I pay for my order?
Your
participants make their payments for the products directly to your organization.
When the fundraiser is over, simply tally your profit and deduct it from the
total monies
collected. Send the remaining amount to me with your master order
form.
What
are your prices and what is my profit margin?
The
beauty of a 'Makes Scents To Me' fundraiser is that the prices are customized to
your
local area. We realize that each region has different economic factors
that will play a
part in your fundraiser. Therefore, we work with you to designate prices
& profit
margins that will maximize your fundraiser's impact.
Can
you mix and match the fundraising products?
Absolutely!
Our most popular fundraising items are our 16oz Jars, 16oz Pillars;
novelty
Cinnamon Buns; and soy-sational cleansing bars. However, YOU are in charge
of your
fundraiser - feel free to pick amongst all of our candle and bath/body products.
How
long does it take to get my products?
Your
orders will be shipped within 10-14 business days after payment is received.
They will be shipped via UPS directly to your organization.
When
is the best time to hold a fundraiser?
The
best time to start your fundraiser is when your group is ready and totally
committed
to reaching your goals! With over 90 candle scents to choose from - a
'Makes Scents To Me' fundraiser works beautifully ANY time of the year. Some
organizations do multiple
fundraisers each year - each time using DIFFERENT products!
Need to contact me ?
Shelley Goes
'Makes Scents To Me'
Cell: 617-719-9593
Email: fundraising@makesscentstome.com
Shelley Goes
I live in Millis, MA with my husband, 2 kids, 2 cats, and 1 dog :o)