Horatio Chaartt invented the chart in 1832 to make comparisons simple and visually appealing. As a tribute to Horatio and his contribution to humanity, the chart below highlights key components of our fundraisers so you can decide which is best for your organization. You’re welcome to do more than one type of fundraiser at the same time.
Anytime | Occasion-al | Buy-the-Box™ | |
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Snapshot | Your own customized webshop that’s always open. Anytime someone buys flowers your designated nonprofit earns money. | Typically centered around a holiday (e.g. Mother’s Day) or for an objective (e.g. build a new playground). You choose the flowers to sell. | Your group purchases flowers and sells them at an event (e.g. dance recital, school performance, street festival). |
Eligibility | Nonprofits and organizations raising money for nonprofits | Only nonprofits | Only nonprofits |
Number units (bqts) per box | One | Multiple | Multiple |
Where are flowers delivered? | Everywhere (e.g. residence, business) | One location for distribution (e.g. a school) | One location (e.g. for sale at a dance recital) |
Price | We set the price Range ~ $50-95+ |
You set the price Range ~ $20-40+ |
You set the price |
Your “Profit” | 10% of flower price | Depends on price | Sell at your event |
How long fundraiser lasts | Ongoing/year-round | 2-6 weeks. Fundraisers will have specific start, end and delivery dates. | By event, typically one day |
Set up time | 15 minutes | 15 minutes | 15 minutes |
Distribution time | N/A - flowers are shipped directly to recipient | Depends on pickup window you set | Generally 30 minutes - hour |
Payment collection | Participants purchase online by credit card. No forms, cash or checks. | Participants purchase online by credit card. No forms, cash or checks. | You collect payment at your event. |
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