What is the best way to reach out to non-profit organizations to offer a business/fundraising opportunity?
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 at
2:48 pm
I just recently started a company that offers a lucrative fundraising opportunity to non-profits, but I have had trouble getting through to the organizations decision makers. Most organizations (small to medium size) assume it is something like a candy sale, but it is simply a cause-related marketing opportunity at no-cost to their members or their organization. Any help would be appreciated.
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Filed under: Small Business Opportunity
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Are you making an appointment? Face to face? Never try to sell your idea over the telephone…only the appointment.
Try going cold-calling to the organizations to whom you want to sell your product. Ask for the Coordinator of services and leave them a pamphlet with info on your service and then see what happens.
it’s hard work to get your business off the ground.
I would try to hook up with contacts — find events where they are (like trade show booths, events they sponsors, etc.) and mingle. Check their website for sponsorships / events, etc. Or ask for an issue of their newsletter (do this anyway and really get to know them).
Also go for JVs (joint ventures). Try to team up with others you know – -other businesses that are not in competition with you – who already have contacts in place.