Since flamingo flocking is in full session, we thought to post links to essential resources to help your fundraising efforts!
1. Flamingos - You can't flock without plastic flamingos! No surprise here. Since you're already here we think you know that. But did you know that by displaying multiple flocks you increase your fundraising efforts by more than double? We suggest starting with at least 2 or 3 flocks of 20 birds with a single flock size of 20 (10 pair) for any one yard. This helps spread word-of-mouth about your efforts.
2. Great Signs - Tell people about your cause and how they can join in on the fun. We recommend BuildASign for easy, professional and low cost signs.
3. Ribbons - Tying ribbons around your flamingo's necks can add an attractive fun and personal quality to your flock.
4. Mystery Birds - Try placing a special bird or two among the flock to indicate a special status. For example, you can place a Raven or Dove flamingo among your flock to thank a special donor.
5. Give away your flock - When you are finished flocking, try giving away a few of your birds to show appreciation to those who supported your cause. Just place a pair on your donor's yard at night with a personal handwritten thank you card tied around one the neck.
Flamingo flocking is fun and can generate significant funds for youth ministries and other groups. Having more variations can help make it fun and keep it interesting! A few fun variations to add to your flaming flocking efforts.
Offer Flamigngo Insurance - a small payment to "avoid" having the flock visit your yard
Decorate one special flamingo - you could even order an angel flamingo and hide it among the flock and offer a special prize to the yard who has the special flamingo
Offer Premium Flamingo Forwarding Services - for an additional fee, you get to choose the next yard to be flocked
Flock businesses with high auto and foot traffic for maximum exposure
Find homes for your flock - at the end of your fundraising efforts, give your highest donors a complementary pair of pink plastic flamingos
Sell t-shirts that say "I've been flocked!" we have them for sale in S, M, L, XL and they ship in 2 weeks
Set up a block using using Facebook, myspace, or flicker and post fun pictures of your flock
Send out a pre-flocking newsletter to area businesses asking them for a donation to sponsor a flock - post the business sign next to their sponsored flock
Some other tips Larger flocks work best: A flock generally consists of 20 flamingos (10 pair). We've found that a 20 bird flock grabs people's attention.
More Flocks = More Money: Flamingo flocking is more successful with multiple flocks. The more flocks you have, the more you'll earn. 10 flocks x $15 per day per flock can earn you $150 per day or $1000 per week!
Buy your flamingos: Buying your flamingos for your flocking efforts makes sense because you avoid issues such as mismatching flamingos, having to account for missing or lost flamingos which can take up more of your profits.
Here's a tip -- most other flamingo stores, including those on eBay purchase from us. So avoid any markup and buy directly from the source, www.plastic-flamingos.com.
Summary: Fundraising activities are supposed to raise money for a particular cause. But fundraising itself requires large amounts to money in order to kick start the fundraising. This article discusses ways through which money can be raised with little or no money.
Many non-government and charity organizations as well as individuals hold fundraisers so as to raise the money to support their cause. The problem is that in order to hold such fundraising activities one has to invest large amounts of money so as to initiate the fundraisers. This investment is required in order to advertise, to pay the volunteers. And to pay for the items which are given away during the fundraisers. There are however some techniques available through which one can have a fundraising with little or no money. These techniques are very simple to use but some of them require thinking out of the box.
The following are the steps for fundraising with little or no money:
1. Determine your goals
One should first of all write down the goals of the fundraising activity. This includes deciding the specific amount one needs to raise. One should also decide the time period in which this amount is to be raised. Further objectives can be planned through this information e.g. what amount has to be raised per day for achieving the target in the available time.
2. How will you raise money?
One then needs to decide that how the money is to be raised. There can be various methods through which money can be raised. First of all it is necessary to find a business which supports your cause. Businesses can then be asked to help in various ways. These Include:
Businesses can be asked to donate services and products and one can then auction these for raising funds.
One can partner with a business in which the businesses will supply coupons for free products or services (e.g. t-shirt, dinner etc.) to the donors who donate funds. The proceeds of the donations can then be split between the business and those who are raising funds.
You could also try flamingo flocking. Learn more from www.flamingoflocking.com. Flocking teams earn upwards of $1300 per day by placing 10 or more plastic pink flamingos on the lawns of unsuspecting donors in the middle of the night. The donors will then pay a flocking fee to have the birds removed and could opt to give an additional donation to choose the next flocking victim. Additionally, these groups have sold flamingo flocking insurance equal to the donation to avoid having their lawns flocked. A fundraiser like this can cost only $200 to $500 dollars and has the highest pay back. Plastic flamingos can be purchased from www.plastic-flamingos.com.
3. Assemble a team
Assistance should be taken from people who support one's cause. One should make a list of such people and ask them for assistance. Assistance can also be asked from those who support your cause but cannot help you financially. Most of them will be glad to spread the word around if your cause is worthwhile.
4. Market your cause
Free marketing can be done very easily. Below are some ideas for free marketing:
Go door to door in the neighborhood and spread the word
Post on websites and forums supporting your cause
Post on FaceBook, twitter, MySpace and other social networking sites
Post on websites which provide free ads services under volunteer section
Spread the word through email. Email is free, fast and very simple to use.
Flamingo flocking generates a lot of buzz because who wouldn’t notice 20 or more plastic pink flamingos on someone’s yard?
Many people effectively use the above mentioned steps for free fundraising activities and you can do it as well. The secret of success is to employ all your resources effectively.
Good luck!
Fundraising through Flamingo Flocking can be fun way of raising money. For more information visit: www.flamingoflocking.com
Fundraising for Church Ministries
Every church, when it starts needs a lot of money. Even some old churches need money to rebuild itself. If you are one of them, you need to rely on some basic tips to raise the money. Getting the youth to take part can be positive, because they are the source of high and vibrant energy can yield positive results.
A usual trend is to announce in the church about the cause. Make people understand the value of the cause. If the congregation is satisfied about the cause, the money will start to flow by itself. If the response is lukewarm, do not hesitate. Go out to each house and people would readily give.
The youth of the church can contribute a lot with their service. They can go around to houses and do some household chores. They can help in cleaning the house, doing shopping etc. and get some money in return. This will save the house of unnecessary tension to look for outside people who will charge high rates.
Another good way is to organize games, for children and adults. Various kinds of games can keep the people interested and can be a good source of income also.
Organizing a fair is another option which will have a sure way of income and enthusiasm.
Many churches nowadays opt out for lottery or scratch cards to raise money. This is a unique way in which the lottery cards or scratch cards are sold to general people. The cards cost should be set low so that even the poor can buy one. The rich may buy more. The lottery card will have a lucky draw in which those with the lucky numbers will get prizes. When the scratch cards are scratched, the hidden code reveals a prize, which may vary from cash prize to any high priced gifts.
Discount cards or coupons are another choice. For this you have contact a local retailer who is ready to offer a discount on their products. You have to then make or get discount cards which will be sold to the public who want to buy the discounted products. The commission on the discount is your profit.
Retreats can be an alternative to all the commercial or entertaining kinds of works. Organize a retreat or prayer meeting asking everyone to contribute. Provide a good service and your pocket will be flowing.
You could also try flamingo flocking. Learn more from www.flamingoflocking.com. Flocking teams earn upwards of $1300 per day by placing 10 or more plastic pink flamingos on the lawns of unsuspecting donors in the middle of the night. The donors will then pay a flocking fee to have the birds removed and could opt to give an additional donation to choose the next flocking victim. Additionally, these groups have sold flamingo flocking insurance equal to the donation to avoid having their lawns flocked. A fundraiser like this can cost only $200 to $500 dollars and has the highest pay back. Plastic flamingos can be purchased from www.plastic-flamingos.com.
Get-togethers are an even better way. Call for a mass get-together. Ask people to come with their spouses, family, relatives or friends. Serve food and drinks. Ask someone to sing or dance to make the event more memorable.
If there are any good cooks within you, try to do different dishes and announce a dinner, maybe at a get-together.
Organize a tour to an orphanage or old-age home. People are sure to rush in with a lot of services especially funds.
Competitions can be a craze among students. Conduct a bible quiz for adults and give prizes. Collect money from the audience.
The youth hold a big key to these kinds of projects. Responsibility can be fun. It can be a great way to learn also.
