Need ideas for fund raising

Remo · 11-01-2010, 07:18 AM

Our group hosts a decent number of large events where we offer things in exchange for donations. We are looking to add additional items beyond the usual T-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, magnets, etc.

We also carry Furminators and tick removal tools.

Anyone else have any ideas about other products that could help us earn some bucks?

What would YOU want from a rescue booth?

Also, if you know of any links to whole-sale dealers who might be a good source, that would be appreciated too.

Thanks kindly for any input.

**JakodaCD OA** · 11-01-2010, 07:51 AM

have you checked with places like petco/petsmart? Sometimes they will donate stuff to causes like yours..Also check with local feed stores,,up here they all are great about donating.

How about home made doggie treats? maybe some can volunteer to make a batch..
Good luck

Melly · 11-01-2010, 09:26 AM

I like the idea of a bake sale BUT with all dog friendly treats. Of course it only works if you can make enough treats lol. With Christmas coming up maybe take Polaroids of people and pets & kids whatever with a Santa for a few $. Maybe offer nail trimming for friendly dogs if you can.

DJEtzel · 11-01-2010, 09:35 AM

Petedge.com has a lot of discounted toys, etc for bulk orders.

Lilie · 11-01-2010, 09:40 AM

I'm a sucker for raffles. It's and addiction with me, and I rarely win. But when I buy a ticket, I only spend a couple of bucks and feel like I've helped out the cause.

Perhaps a raffle for a pet carrier or kennel. Everyone needs those.

**JeanKBBMMMAAN** · 11-01-2010, 09:47 AM

High quality nail trimmers - to go along with the Petedge idea - because if you ordered enough for free shipping - they have portacrates at very reasonable prices - and other grooming tools like rakes (no shedding blades) and big combs. Earthbath shampoos, antlers, pizzles, things that people would normally buy or want to try, but would rather buy from a rescue booth than their local retailer. Ruffwear has great products - not sure if any of those would work. Martingales and nice leather leads...

GSDAlphaMom · 11-01-2010, 10:13 AM

What about some training sessions? Raffle tickets for them or just offer then at a discounted price.

**JakodaCD OA** · 11-01-2010, 05:52 PM

another raffle I just got into, the rescue got donated "gift cards",,from grocery stores, book stores, restaurants..If someone is willing to do the leg work, you may get lucky on some of those willing to donate

Remo · 11-02-2010, 06:32 AM

Thanks for the replies!

One idea we saw was for a doggie pedometer. I have always been curious about how many miles my dogs are putting in while they race around places.

The doggie pedometer can be adjusted for the dog's size and gait.

Does this sound interesting to anyone else?

Renofan2 · 11-02-2010, 06:35 AM

I am part of The Bark for Life that raises money for the American Cancer Society. We have "doggie games" - like musical sits, biscuit toss and fastest dogs. We get a good turnout and charge per game and give prizes to the winner. Maybe that can work for your event.

Cheryl

11-01-2010, 07:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
Remo Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,396	Need ideas for fund raising Our group hosts a decent number of large events where we offer things in exchange for donations. We are looking to add additional items beyond the usual T-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, magnets, etc. We also carry Furminators and tick removal tools. Anyone else have any ideas about other products that could help us earn some bucks? What would YOU want from a rescue booth? Also, if you know of any links to whole-sale dealers who might be a good source, that would be appreciated too. Thanks kindly for any input. __________________ Yours in GSDs and rescue, Lea Good Dogs for Good Homes Virginia German Shepherd Rescue www.shepherdrescue.org

11-01-2010, 07:51 AM	#2 (permalink)
JakodaCD OA Moderator Join Date: May 2000 Location: Old Lyme, CT USA Posts: 14,237	have you checked with places like petco/petsmart? Sometimes they will donate stuff to causes like yours..Also check with local feed stores,,up here they all are great about donating. How about home made doggie treats? maybe some can volunteer to make a batch.. Good luck __________________ Diane Danger Danger vom Kleinen Hain aka Masi "Angel" Jakoda's Bewitchen Sami CD OA OAJ OAC NGC OJC RS-O GS-N JS-O TT HIC CGC "Angel" Steinwald's Four x Four CGC HIC TT Harmonyhill's Hy Jynx NA NAJ NAC NJC RS-N JS-N HIC Jakoda's Jagged Edge

11-01-2010, 09:35 AM	#4 (permalink)
DJEtzel Knighted Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 2,932	Petedge.com has a lot of discounted toys, etc for bulk orders. __________________ I'm Danielle Frag CGC, male GSD Bailey, female Rat Terrier Mix www.FraggleRockCollars.com

11-01-2010, 09:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
JeanKBBMMMAAN The Rescues Rule Administrator Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20,697	High quality nail trimmers - to go along with the Petedge idea - because if you ordered enough for free shipping - they have portacrates at very reasonable prices - and other grooming tools like rakes (no shedding blades) and big combs. Earthbath shampoos, antlers, pizzles, things that people would normally buy or want to try, but would rather buy from a rescue booth than their local retailer. Ruffwear has great products - not sure if any of those would work. Martingales and nice leather leads... __________________ Help IMOM help Pets www.imom.org You can help Anna help IMOM help people help pets help people win...

11-01-2010, 05:52 PM	#8 (permalink)
JakodaCD OA Moderator Join Date: May 2000 Location: Old Lyme, CT USA Posts: 14,237	another raffle I just got into, the rescue got donated "gift cards",,from grocery stores, book stores, restaurants..If someone is willing to do the leg work, you may get lucky on some of those willing to donate __________________ Diane Danger Danger vom Kleinen Hain aka Masi "Angel" Jakoda's Bewitchen Sami CD OA OAJ OAC NGC OJC RS-O GS-N JS-O TT HIC CGC "Angel" Steinwald's Four x Four CGC HIC TT Harmonyhill's Hy Jynx NA NAJ NAC NJC RS-N JS-N HIC Jakoda's Jagged Edge

11-01-2010, 09:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
Melly Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mid, Tn Posts: 195	I like the idea of a bake sale BUT with all dog friendly treats. Of course it only works if you can make enough treats lol. With Christmas coming up maybe take Polaroids of people and pets & kids whatever with a Santa for a few $. Maybe offer nail trimming for friendly dogs if you can.

11-01-2010, 09:40 AM	#5 (permalink)
Lilie Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Texas Posts: 6,290	I'm a sucker for raffles. It's and addiction with me, and I rarely win. But when I buy a ticket, I only spend a couple of bucks and feel like I've helped out the cause. Perhaps a raffle for a pet carrier or kennel. Everyone needs those.

11-01-2010, 10:13 AM	#7 (permalink)
GSDAlphaMom Knighted Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,230	What about some training sessions? Raffle tickets for them or just offer then at a discounted price.

11-02-2010, 06:32 AM	#9 (permalink)
Remo Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,396	Thanks for the replies! One idea we saw was for a doggie pedometer. I have always been curious about how many miles my dogs are putting in while they race around places. The doggie pedometer can be adjusted for the dog's size and gait. Does this sound interesting to anyone else? __________________ Yours in GSDs and rescue, Lea Good Dogs for Good Homes Virginia German Shepherd Rescue www.shepherdrescue.org

11-02-2010, 06:35 AM	#10 (permalink)
Renofan2 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Limerick, PA Posts: 131	I am part of The Bark for Life that raises money for the American Cancer Society. We have "doggie games" - like musical sits, biscuit toss and fastest dogs. We get a good turnout and charge per game and give prizes to the winner. Maybe that can work for your event. Cheryl __________________ Cheryl Duchess Liberty of Bayberry, CD, RE, CGC, TDI Liberty's Favorite Falon, CGC, TDI Felice vom Amulree, SchI, TRII, CD, RA, CGC, TDI Andi Bojovnik "Brenna"

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