When it comes to raising dollars for good causes from consumers, point of sale fundraising programs have weathered the test of time and proven to be one of the most effective strategies in a cause marketer’s toolbox. Whether you’re just getting started and want to learn best practices, or whether you’re a seasoned expert, this guide will direct you to some of most popular and must-visit point of sale fundraising resources:
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Charity Checkout Champions
More than $441 million was raised in 2016 by an elite group of 73, million-dollar-plus charity checkout campaigns. In aggregate, these large point of sale donation programs have raised over $4 billion over the past three decades according to our biennial survey.
DownloadEven amidst a changing retail environment, companies are still raising big dollars for good causes at point of sale with the help of willing consumers. While point of sale fundraising may be ubiquitous, that doesn’t mean it’s easy! In this webinar, you’ll learn best practices from point of sale powerhouses Albertsons Companies Foundation and Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Learn MoreIf you’re asking consumers to donate to a good cause at point of sale, there’s one factor that can make or break your campaign: how informed, inspired and engaged front-line employees are. In this webinar, a panel of brand experts share their deep experience with point of sale activations.
Learn MoreIn this episode of CauseTalk Radio, Megan and Joe talk to A. J. Petitti, President of Petitti’s Garden Centers, an 8-store chain based in Ohio, about their partnership and support for Cleveland Clinic’s Children’s Hospital. The program has consistently raised over $100,000 thanks to an enthusiastic fundraiser at Petitti’s stores and matching gift support from Scotts Miracle-Gro.
Listen NowIn this episode of Cause Talk Radio, Megan and Joe talk to Matt Hodges, Vice President of Public & Investor Relations at GameStop. A recent GameStop point-of-sale fundraiser for Make-A-Wish raised $1.2 million - quadrupling the $310K that was raised the previous year.
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