Looking for some EXCITING and EASY ways to raise funds for your local church group or upcoming event; then read on….

Gift Basket Crossing(www.giftbasketcrossing.com) –one of the largest online gift basket retailers- wants to show you just how easy a fundraiser can be.  By taking advantage of the options below; your church group can raise funds as often as you need or want to.  All options guarantee a profit of $5 for each item sold.

As you can see; there are many ways to raise funds with GiftBasketCrossing.com .  All that is required is to fill out a short online application.  Once the application has been processed; a PROMO code will be sent to the designee to distribute.  The rest is simple:  Sale the items.  Reference the PROMO Code and start receiving the profits. 

Once the online application is processed a PROMO code will be issued.  Each time an item is purchased using the PROMO code; $5 will be allocated to your organization.   A monthly statement will be generated and sent along with a check for the amount of the monthly profit. 

This option requires LITTLE time and effort but offers potentially BIG profits.

 Click here to fill out application

Gift Basket Party

Everybody LOVES a party and Everybody LOVES to get presents.  What better way to bring this two loves together.  Just follow these simple steps for success:

1.       Set a Date

2.       Pick out a location

3.       Decide on a target audience

4.       Send out Invitations

5.       Print out copies of the product pages that you want to sell at your party. 

a.       You may want to consider using your local print shop or church volunteer to enlarge your product pages.   The enlarged prints can be used for your presentation instead of purchasing  baskets.  This will help reduce your cost. 

b.      Familiarize yourself with the products that you are planning to sell

6.       Print out copies of the order form that will be sent with your PROMO code

7.       Have the party

a.       Be sure to provide light refreshments and soothing music

b.      REMIND everyone that this is a fundraiser

c.       Collect the monies at time of party and turn into your designee

8.       Place your order online or fax the order to Gift Basket Crossing using a valid credit card and a tax exempt ID.

9.       Once the order is processed and all items have been shipped; GBC will send an itemized statement of items sold along with a check to your church for the amount of the profits earned.  The check will be earmarked for the group holding the fundraiser

Click here to fill out application 

 Gift Basket Auction

Gift Basket Auctions can take place any time of the year.  Auctions can be live-using a live experienced Auctioneer or silent with bid sheets and time limits.  Gift Basket Auctions can be exclusive or included as part of a fundraiser event.

Some things to remember when planning a Gift Basket Auction:

·         Advertise, Advertise, Advertise

·         REMIND everyone that this is a Fundraiser

·         Consider a “mix and match” auction.  This simply  means a mixture of actual baskets you have purchased prior to the auction along with some enlarged pictures of baskets that can be ordered and shipped per the highest bidders instructions

·         Starting bid price for each basket should cover the purchase price.  The profit made will be the $5/basket donated by GBC as well as any bid amount that exceeds the starting bid.

·         If holding a silent auction; be sure to set a time limit for the bids.

·         Place your order online or fax the order to Gift Basket Crossing using a valid credit card and a tax exempt ID.

·         Once the auction is closed; place order for sold items not previously purchased. Once the order is processed and all items have been shipped; GBC will send an itemized statement of items sold along with a check to your church for the amount of the profits earned.  The check will be earmarked for the group holding the fundraiser

Click here to fill out application

Gift Basket Shoppe 

A Gift Basket Shoppe is a great fundraiser idea and can be very successful when held  close to big holidays  such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Mother’s Day or Valentines.

Follow these simple steps:

1.       Set up a booth in a high traffic area of your church

2.       Decorate your booth for the occasion or season

3.       Give away some “freebies” such as gift tags or occasional cards ( can be purchased at your local Dollar Tree)

4.       REMIND everyone that this is a Fundraiser

5.       Consider a “mix and match” booth.  This simply  means a mixture of actual baskets you have purchased prior to the fundraiser  along with some enlarged pictures of baskets that can be ordered and shipped per the buyers instructions

6.       Place your order online or fax the order to Gift Basket Crossing using a valid credit card and a tax exempt ID.

7.       Once the auction is closed; place order for sold items not previously purchased. Once the order is processed and all items have been shipped; GBC will send an itemized statement of items sold along with a check to your church for the amount of the profits earned.  The check will be earmarked for the group holding the fundraiser

Click here to fill out application

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Guidelines for Fundraiser Participation:

Only Non-Profit Organizations may participate

Your organization is responsible for collection of all monies

Orders must be placed on line and paid with credit cards