Candy fundraising is a popular way for schools and other organizations to raise money for their activities, equipment, and uniforms. Everyone likes candy and fundraising companies offer a variety of products. You’ll make money in no time at all for your group.
Some organizations sell candy at particular events, like sports games or school concerts. The advantage of this is that only a few volunteers are needed at each event to handle the selling. Events also offer an instant group of potential customers. Just place a booth or table near where people will be walking or sitting.
Other organizations have all members sell candy. Many school groups and athletic teams use this route and have kids sell the candy to family members and neighbors. This involves many more people selling and thus, has the potential to reach more customers. Organizations should take care, however, to encourage parents to oversee children when they are selling.
Companies that sell candy for fundraising often offer a variety of products. Hershey’s and M&M Mars dominate the industry for candy fundraising. In many cases, your organization can choose to sell one brand of candy or a variety of candy. With some companies, you’ll be selling name brand candy, generally for around a dollar. Candy includes chocolate bars, lollipops, fruit treats, or other bars. Potential profits often depend on the number of candy cases that your organization buys.
When you are buying for your organization, it is important to remember that companies often sell by the case and the organization then distributes the candy by the carrier. Confusing the two can result in buying much more candy than what you wanted. Most companies ship four carriers per case.
You also need to consider the weather when you are planning a sale. Chocolate bars can only be shipped in the temperature stays below 82 degrees. Some companies may have temperature controlled trucks, but most do not serve all areas. If you are planning a warm weather sale, you should contact the candy company for more information on how to handle this issue.
Candy fundraising is a great way for schools and athletic teams to earn money for their programs. Many organizations choose this fundraising idea because it works and its popularity tells you that it will more than likely work for your organization too. Be sure to find a reputable fundraising company to help you with your sale and do what planning you can ahead of time.