With the resurgence of environmental awareness, 'green' fundraising options are being explored by schools, churches and other organizations seeking to raise money to support their cause. 'Reduce, reuse, recycle' is the popular mantra, and 'go green' fundraisers are rapidly gaining popularity.
Common, everyday products being replaced with environmentally friendly substitutes is a big part of what being green is all about. As the overpriced wrapping paper and cookie dough bucket routine becomes overdone and predictable, fundraisers that sell things people actually want are highly in demand. One of the most popular fundraising products is candles, and those made from soy offer the perfect way to 'go green' while conducting a wildly successful drive.
Soy candles are made from a renewable resource, and out-perform standard paraffin or animal by-product candles by a wide margin. They burn longer and cleaner than even beeswax candles, making them a healthier option as well as a better value. Triple scented versions retain their aroma right up to the last minutes of burn time, and the sheer variety of scents and colors ensure that every customer will find something to suit them. A wide selection of tapers, tea-lights, multi-wick candles and layered scents in every possible combination makes candle buying exciting and fun!
Response to candle fundraisers is extremely positive, as customers can tailor their order to their own specifications or budget and don't mind paying up front. Most candles sell for $10-$15 each, with packaged sets running as high as $25 or $30. Holiday bundles offer increased sales opportunities combined with even more savings for customers. Profits generally run from 50-60% of the sales price, and free shipping to each customer can generally be obtained once a certain amount has been sold.
Even a group of just 25 people selling ten to twenty candles apiece can make a large dent in any projected goal - it is possible to raise between $1200 and $3500 during each campaign. The larger the group, the higher the profits. With no need to pay out of pocket for product, risk is nearly non-existent and profits are guaranteed.
Candles are a popular sale item in all economic climates, and their appeal is nearly universal. Market research reveals that 4 out of 5 families buy candles on a regular basis, with spikes around holidays but a fairly steady sales pattern year-round. The ongoing appeal of candles enables organizations to maintain a health sales quotient without the boredom inspired by more traditional fundraisers.
Green fundraisers benefit everyone. The clean burning, renewable qualities of soy candles offer schools and other fundraising groups the opportunity to make excellent profits while promoting an earth friendly product!
Natalie Galyon is the owner of Mountain Mamas Kitchen Co. http://www.mountainmamaskitchen.com Offering Retro-Vintage inspired Soy Candles- "Hand Poured with lots of LOVE".
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