http://k12rebates.com/blog Fundraising Tips and Ideas For Coordinators Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:03:07 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en We previously posted information about the Ralphs Community Contribution program... and have some new updates: - Both the Ralphs Rewards Card and the Ralphs Club Card are eligible for contributions. - The Ralphs website changed in September 2008 and supporters are now required to create an online account with their email address ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/11/10/new-updates-for-ralphs-community-contributions/ The "10% Back To Schools" program, managed by eScrip, returns again this year with extra rewards for participating schools. Beginning September 12th, Safeway, Vons and Pavilions Club Card customers who purchased certain products earlier this summer, will receive a code on their receipt at checkout. The redemption code ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/09/18/10-back-to-schools-a-homerun-for-education/ School's back in session and this is our "busy" season. Like an accountant at tax time, school coordinators who manage eScrip, Ralphs and Albertsons fundraisers are right in the middle of enrolling supporters and planning their next campaign. If you haven't yet sent out signup forms, there's still time. ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/09/09/busy-season-for-coordinators/ July is typically a quiet month for Rebate Fundraisers - school's out and fall fundraising doesn't get underway until late August or September. Your PTA or ASB has most likely designated fundraising committees for next year so here's 3 Key Steps you can take to be prepared for Fall ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/07/29/rebate-fundraisers-preparing-for-the-new-school-year/ Part of the work of a coordinator is understanding which merchants (stores) participate. With eScrip, retailers (i.e., Eddie Bauer, Macy's) and restaurants donate back to schools and non-profits. In addition, eScrip offers the Dining Network where many local establishments donate up to 5% of a dining bill. ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/07/24/who-are-the-escrip-merchants/ Have you noticed the Dining Bonus available to eScrip supporters? The eScrip "Double Dip Dining Bonus" gives supporters a chance to double their contribution when dining at Rewards Network restaurants. The bonus period runs August 1, 2008 through September 30, 2008. For example, if you dine at Tony Pepperoni, ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/07/18/escrip-double-dip-dining-bonus/ Now that the new Ralphs Rewards card is in circulation, we are receiving more questions from supporters about how to use the card. I've been using my new "pink" Rewards card and have almost 500 points! That means I'm close to a $5 certificate (at least) for this ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/07/10/more-questions-about-the-ralphs-rewards-card/ Have you upgraded to the new Ralphs Rewards card? Orange County stores rolled out the new Rewards Cards last week. Here's the important highlights for Fundraising Coordinators: - The Rewards Card continues to earn contributions for Schools and Organizations. The previous Ralphs Club Card will no longer earn ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/06/29/new-ralphs-rewards-card/ If you're managing eScrip, Ralphs and Albertsons Club Card Fundraisers for your school or non-profit, your mission is to find ways to increase participation and income for your organization, right? And to make it "Effortless" for supporters, too. Join us every other week as we review and ... http://k12rebates.com/blog/2008/06/13/new-blog-for-fundraising-coordinators/