Looking for Establishments or Entities That Accept Solicitations

Another place to look at is Sam's. I know quite a while ago we approached them and they made a cash donation. You can hold auctions now online. That way you don't have to set up or incur the expense of having an event. Most business within the neighborhood are more than willing to make donations of services and goods for non-profit organizations in their area. It brings them more customers.

People within your own organization will also donate. You can find so many people with skills or businesses of their own. We've even had some woman who make wonderful cakes donate a decorated birthday cake or specialty item.

Often, as in your case, establishments that have posted "no solicitations" will allow organizations to set up some kind of flyer or brochures, because the "solicitation" is NOT for the profit of another business. It never hurts to ask, and the worst anyone can tell you is "No".

Mgmt at Wal-Mart and Target, etc. also are usually great about allowing tables to be set up outside their front doors. I'm not sure what their rules/parameters are, but you can call and ask to speak to the Mgr or Asst Mgr on Duty (don't talk to anyone else ~ they likely won't know the correct answers).

Good Luck with the Fundraising efforts!
~J.~

Have you thought about doing a silent auction? I know a church that raised a lot of money for their children's program that way. Church members did donate things, but there were a lot of donations from community stores in the area (all donations are tax expemt). the Auction was held for members and friends etc.

I have a wonderful non profit organization that many churches use to generate monthly income without a lot of hassle or sales. I will PM you my phone number and we can set up a time to talk :)

Has the church school considered fund-raisers? There are so many, some with little or no out of pocket expense.

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