Candy Bar Fundraising

A Real Sweet Toothed Fundraiser

Candy bar fundraising has long been a major part of many organisations fundraising programmes. School fundraisers, church fundraisers, cheerleaders and sports clubs all take advantage of the sweet tooth of their supporters, friends and families.

Candy fundraisers can involve either selling bars or gift packs directly or distributing brochures from which supporters can order directly.




There is no doubt that candy bar fundraising can be very successful and bring in substantial amounts of cash in a short space of time. Some organisations however do not think fundraising with candy bars is really appropriate, especially around children.

Only you can judge whether a candy bar fundraiser is appropriate for your organisation.

The Advantages of Fundraising Candy Bars

• Popular - Most people like chocolate and candy.
• Covers all bases - Works well with people of all ages and sexes.
• Inexpensive - People can support your cause without breaking the bank
• Profitable - Most companies offering candy fundraising progammes offer 50 -100%+ margins.
• Adaptable - Different versions of candy bar fundraisers can be fitted in to most fundraising programmes, events and activities.
• Easy to understand - What could be simpler than buying a bar of chocolate to support a cause.

The Downside Of Fundraising Candy Bars

• Not always the healthiest choice- Sends mixed messages to children (and adults) about healthy eating.
• Not always produced ethically - There are "fairtrade issues" with the production, processing and sale of cocoa beans around the world.

Practical considerations:

• Cash - Sometimes will requires payment up front.
• Inventory - Can involve storing and distributing stock
• Mr Sun - The product can melt and deteriorate in hot weather.

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One last word of warning.....
Mind you don't eat all the profits!

Good luck with your candy fundraisers

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