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a fundraising calendar with 7. Are products paid for in a mix of opportunities advance or upon delivery? throughout the year – without Will they work with you on a being too enthusiastic or fair payment option? greedy. 8. What is the returns policy if you’re dissatisfied?
Choosing the supplier who’s right for you The Fundraising Directory takes the legwork out of finding suitable suppliers. You can send online queries to suppliers seeking more information and then decide who best meets your needs. Here are the absolute essential questions to ask: 1. How long has the company been in business? 6
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When talking to the company rep, consider her communication style. First time? Be conservative. It’s better to have a sell-out than a storage room filled with unsold product. You want to work with someone who listens to your needs.
The company rep should also ask How many years of experience you questions about: does the company • your group’s financial goal representative have in • your fundraising timeline fundraising? • the number of potential What is the percentage profit participants and their ages of sales? • any historical information How much can I expect to (e.g. past fundraisers, make? participation levels, successes Is the product high-quality? and failures). Quality products equal quality If he doesn’t, he’s not really revenue returns. interested in you: and you shouldn’t What’s the returns policy for be interested in him either! unsold stock?
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