How to Sell Candy Bars for a Fundraiser
In a tough economy, everyone could use a little help. Fortunately, also in a tough economy, everyone still loves a treat. Take advantage of those sweet teeth by selling candy bars to raise money for your favorite cause. Candy bars are good for fundraisers because they are compact and store easily. As with any money-making venture, having a plan is a good idea before you set out for fundraising.
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Check the regulations for your state regarding collecting money for a fundraiser.
Obtain the proper permits before getting started. Individual states have different rules governing the collection of money for charitable use. For example, you may need to be an official non-profit organization to collect certain donations. Start by looking at your state government's website for more information.
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Research what organizations have a candy-selling program you can follow. After you determine you are legally able to raise money for your cause, look into programs to find one you can easily follow. One example is efundraising.com, which helps non-profit groups by providing competitively-priced products for sale. It also provides free information on getting started.
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Decide what kind of candy bars you want to sell. According to Fundraising.com, candy bars are an easy way to earn money because sweets appeal to people of all ages. Do a little market research on your own to determine the most popular brands. Try searching online, as well as just asking friends and family for their favorite options.
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Gather volunteers for selling the candy. Successful fundraising programs are driven by good sales people. Enlist the services of outgoing people who aren't bashful about approaching strangers and asking for the sale. Increase your sales by motivating your volunteers with prizes or rewards. Keep track of those sales people who bring in the most money and offer the winner incentives like free movie tickets or gift certificates.
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Choose a good location for marketing your candy bars. Just like in a successful real estate transaction, location is everything. Outside your church or school are excellent locations because of the amount of foot traffic. Also, students selling at school or adults at their place of work may be successful because they can catch people when they're hungry. Again, obtain the proper permission before selling at any location.
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Tips & Warnings
Consider offering alternatives to candy bars, such as protein bars, for those who are health-conscious.
Note potential food allergies in the product you're selling.
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