This thread was started by someone who sincerely wanted suggestions for fundraisers that fit within her school's wellness plan. Let's get back on track.
boo - your original request was:
Also...if anyone has any ideas for BIG money makers (since gift wrap and food sales via brochure--were 2 of our biggest money makers) please pass along. We've had many people suggest auction, but no one has volunteered to run one and we don't want to nickel and dime parents to death with many little fundraisers. All suggestions welcome!!
My last school was tremendously successful with a direct solicitation fundraiser. We merely sent out a letter outlining the following:
1. List of approved PTO projects and events.
2. Total cost of items
3. Average cost per child
4. Request for a donation equal to or greater than the average cost.
5. A guarantee that if the goal is met there would be no other fundraisers that year.
For three years running we have not only met but exceeded our goals. Parents came out in droves to thank us for ending the countless 'sale' fundraisers and responed by insuring the goal was met.
Good luck to you and your group. These new laws, interpretations and wellness plans have thrown all of us for a loop but we can work together to find solutions!
[ 09-03-2006, 06:25 PM: Message edited by: CrewChief ]