Fundraising with Wholesale Soy Candle Corp

Fundraising Basics

Are you looking for a unique way to raise funds for your organization?

Whether it’s a non-profit group or special event committee, selling our natural soy candles is an excellent opportunity to fundraise.

Candle fundraisers are perfect for High School Clubs, 4-H Clubs, Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts, Cheer leading Squads, Gymnastic Teams, Youth Sports Teams, Travel Sports Teams, Competitive Dance Teams, Pre-Schools, Day Care Centers, School and Marching Bands, Booster Clubs, Drill Teams and many other clubs, schools, community groups and organizations.

Virtually everyone purchases candles – for themselves, as gifts, for home or office décor – it’s an item that transcends demographics and price points.

Wholesale Soy Candle Corp can help you turn your idea for a candle design into a reality, creating a custom made label with your organization’s name and information on it to sell to supporters. What an excellent way to raise money for your group while also keeping your organization’s name and mission statement in the minds of your customers!

Why Candles for Fundraisers?

• Potential 40-50% Profit on every Candle

• Candles are a healthy choice in fundraising today

• Large Potential Customer Base - Virtually everyone loves candles!

• Profit Margin over other items: You can make the same amount of profit for your fundraiser selling fewer candles than you would gift wrap, chocolate bars, popcorn, etc. – the profit will be higher with fewer sales of candles!

• Wholesale Soy Candle Corp has products in all price ranges that will appeal to your supporters.

• We have no specific “selling seasons” – you can fundraise any time of the year – we are open and available to you ANY TIME OF THE YEAR!

• Wholesale Soy Candle Corp provides personal and hands on customer service. Our company provides one on one communication with our Account Executives, and they will personally handle your order from start to finish.

• We guarantee complete customer satisfaction from day one!

Why Choose Wholesale Soy Candle Corp for Your Fundraiser?

Fundraising with Wholesale Soy Candles Corp is an easy step by step process.

After initially contacting us, we will help you determine which of our candle fundraising packages best suits your needs and potential customers. We will then assist you in a label design with your ideas and our experience or provide you with a label of our own.

After the candles are completed, they are yours to sell at whatever price you deem appropriate. In other words, Wholesale Soy Candle Corp will sell your candles to you at a discount or wholesale, price – and you can resell those candles to your potential customers at a higher price. The difference in profit is your fundraising dollars – it’s that simple!

Wholesale Soy Candle Corp can provide you with order forms and marketing information for your sales people to present to customers and record their purchases. It makes selling your product and keeping track of your orders convenient and easy.

Once the selling period for your fundraising is over and all your orders have been taken, you simply submit them to Wholesale Soy Candle Corp, we complete your order within a quick turnaround period and ship the finished product to you so it can be delivered to your customers at your convenience.

Let Wholesale Soy Candle Corp help you raise money for your group – we can take your fundraising to the next level, opening up avenues for sales that you may not have explored and reaching new customers that may not have purchased from you previously. Remember, virtually everyone enjoys candles, so the opportunity to make money selling this item is prevalent in almost any environment!

Fundraising Brochure

Organizing Your Fundraiser

• First, clearly state your objective. This should include a total amount of funds you want to raise as well as the reason for the fundraiser. For example, a non-profit animal shelter wants to raise $2,000 for dog food and other supplies. Knowing your total dollar goal allows you to set individual goals for each fundraiser participant based on the total amount your organization wants to raise. Be clear with all participants about the reasons for your fundraiser and this will boost excitement and involvement.

• Second, set a firm deadline. The average fundraiser last about two weeks; some may run a little longer based on organization’s needs. Setting the length of your fundraiser will keep your participants motivated and involved.

• Third, if possible schedule a meeting before your fundraiser starts. Review your objective, dollar goal and deadline. Review any sales brochures and paperwork so all participants are familiar with them. Discuss all fundraising products, prices and packaging. Emphasize the deadline and stress the importance of handing in all sales on time as any late orders will delay delivery of the orders. Remember, prompt delivery after ordering will ensure customer satisfaction and likely repeat business!

• Fourth, stay in touch with your group periodically to update them on the progress of the fundraiser. A passionate & positive leader will make for a successful fundraiser!

• Fifth, if possible, advertise your fundraiser! Think of possible outlets where you could mention your fundraiser for free - in your organization’s newsletter or in a mass email to your supporters. You can also post fundraising information on community bulletin boards in libraries and supermarkets. And of course, remind participants during meetings, games or practice. Try to talk about your fundraiser wherever you go, as you never know who might be a potential participant or customer! Keep a sales brochure with you as you never know when an opportunity might present itself.

• Sixth, have your participants collect money upon taking orders with all checks made out to your organization. If you are holding a large fundraiser, solicit volunteers to assist you in tallying orders. Make sure to recheck your totals.

Tips for Participants

• Before you begin selling, make a list of everyone you know including family and friends, neighbors, fellow school parents, business colleagues, clients - anyone that you think might be interested in your fundraiser. You can often find stores or gas station convenient centers that will agree to let you set up a small table at their location for your fundraiser.

• If children are involved in the fundraiser, make sure adult supervision is provided when they are selling – at all times. Never let children sell door-to-door in unfamiliar neighborhoods. If deemed old enough, teenagers can use the buddy system but should always advise their parents of their location and return time.

• To approach a potential customer, be pleasant and informative. State your name, the organization’s name and the purpose of the fundraiser. Often, explaining your goals will increase the chance of a sale. Keep your speech short and concise. It may help to practice a few times beforehand.

• Smile, be polite and always say thank you – even if they don’t buy from you! Remember you are representing your organization to the public. Try to be confident - be yourself and have fun!