FUNDRAISING. The BasicsThe Basics Fundraisers fall into one of these two categories: Fundraising for...
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FUNDRAISING. The BasicsThe Basics Fundraisers fall into one of these two categories: Fundraising for your club Fundraising for service Both of these are
The BasicsThe Basics Fundraisers fall into one of these two
categories: Fundraising for your club Fundraising for service Both
of these are vital to your club but only one counts for service
hours.
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A club fundraiser will bring in funds that are meant to
directly benefit your members. For example: Fundraising for DCON
Fundraising for club T-shirts Fundraising for a club social event
Club FundraisersClub Fundraisers
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In these fundraisers, proceeds go to a worthy cause. You can
seek out organizations that need your help and are local to you.
These Fundraisers can earn service hours. Fundraising for
ServiceFundraising for Service
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For example: Trick-or-treat for UNICEF The Eliminate Project
March of Dimes What other examples are you familiar with?
Fundraising for ServiceFundraising for Service
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What works?What works? Lets begin with examples from your own
clubs. The ideal fundraiser requires little or no money to put on,
but will result in funds. Planning is key in any fundraiser!
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Step 1: Decide where you would like the funds you raise to go.
Make sure to agree on this prior to planning. One Step at a TimeOne
Step at a Time
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Step 2: Make sure there is a clear leader of the project. This
will make the entire fundraiser run smoothly. One Step at a TimeOne
Step at a Time
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Step 3: Approve any in-school fundraisers with your club
coordinators. One Step at a TimeOne Step at a Time
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Step 4: Decide what donations you will need. What will this
fundraiser cost you? One Step at a TimeOne Step at a Time
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Step 5: Gather Volunteers! Also, make sure all your volunteers
understand their role. One Step at a TimeOne Step at a Time
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Step 6: Execute your fundraiser and follow through. One Step at
a TimeOne Step at a Time
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Sales FundraisersSales Fundraisers Fundraisers that sell
products. Key Club International and Kiwanis both have licensed
merchandise. www.keyprofits.com www.kiwanispeanutday.com You can
also get involved in fundraisers where merchandise is provided. For
example: selling Eliminate merchandise.
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Sponsorship FundraisersSponsorship Fundraisers Fundraisers
where you seek sponsors These fundraisers will require lots of
planning but can be very successful. Sponsors to consider : Kiwanis
Local Businesses Credit Unions Division Individual Clubs
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Donations Donations can come from: Kiwanis Grants for projects
FLOF and YOF Businesses Sponsorships Bucket Drops
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Donations can come in the form of money or goods. If a business
cant donate directly, they may be willing to give your club a
discount. When it comes to donations, time frame should always be
considered. Donations cont. Donations cont.
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When working with Businesses Every Business will have its own
protocol for donations. You should first check a businesses'
website for any paperwork concerning donations. Most larger
businesses will need plenty of advanced notice in order to give you
a donation. Plan on searching for donations at least 2 months prior
to your project.
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How to Ask for Money Be polite Have confidence Know your facts
and information Be professional
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Examples: Examples: Walk-a-thons Color Runs School Dances Field
Days Chocolate Bar Fundraisers
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More Examples: Movie Days Valentines Day Grams Talent Shows
Holiday Potlucks Bowl-a-thons
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General Fundraising Tips Have a goal Have dedicated volunteers
Have fun Once your fundraiser is complete, look back and consider
what can be improved on.
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Resources Direct Contact -Lieutenant Governor -Zone
Administrator -District Treasurer Online Resources
-www.FloridaKeyClub.org/theeliminateprojec
twww.FloridaKeyClub.org/theeliminateprojec t
-www.FloridaKeyClub.org/dconwww.FloridaKeyClub.org/dcon
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FLOF/YOF The Florida Opportunity Fund (FLOF) is a grant for
service projects available only in the Florida District of Key Club
International. FLOF can give clubs up to 2/3 the money necessary
for service projects; however, schools must provide 1/3 of the
amount they wish to receive. The amount of money you can get ranges
from $100 to $1,000. FLOF
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The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) is Key Club Internationals
grant program for service projects. You can receive funding for
projects between $100- $2,000 once a year. Applicants must have an
adult advisor. Applications must be received by Key Club
International on or prior to October 15. Decisions are released
Mid-January YOF FLOF/YOF
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FLOF/YOF In order to apply, go to www.floridakeyclub.org Under
the FLOF/YOF tab, you will find all the information necessary to
apply