Who secures the businesses for the card?
Easy Fundraising Cards will be responsible for securing the merchants and offers for your card.
Do you have select businesses already on board?
We have decided not to go after national contracts with. Companies that state they already have merchant through national agreements are required to add “at participating locations”. Since most franchises are independently owned, many times the card is not accepted at your local store. Not only will this greatly upset your card buyers, but this also greatly diminishes the value of the card.
What type of merchants are typically on each card?
When gaining merchants for your cards, we will be targeting mostly food merchants for your cards but will also include other types of merchants that may include Entertainment, Automotive, hair or nail services and florists.
Will the cards be good around the whole city, county or country?
The cards are generally good at only single locations… for example, if we call McDonald’s and get a “yes”, we then ask “is this good only at [street address]?”. If they own other locations they may decide to include those locations as well. EFC does not call every McDonald’s in the area to get a yes from all of them.
Will we get to see the card before going to print?
Yes, you will be given the opportunity to PROOF read your card, this gives you the chance to check spelling, grammar, and to make sure addresses and restaurant names are correct. Additionally at this time you can ask that a particular merchant or two are removed (not replaced) if they are not in line with your organizations values. Changes can be made to the front of the card at time of proof.
How will I know if we will like the merchants on the cards?
Perhaps the best way to see the type of merchants on a card that you can expect, would be by browsing our sample cards, located at:
Samples, 9 Samples, and more samples If you like what you see there you should be pleased with your cards.
Can we request merchants for our card?
Yes, you are welcome to provide us with a wishlist. Though we can not guarantee the participation of any particular merchant, we will call on the wishlist merchants first. By calling them first it will increase the chances of them being on the card.
How do you determine the merchants that will be on our cards?
On the agreement you will see a request for a central street address. This will be used to create a list of merchants that we us while getting the merchants for your cards.
Will you get the merchants then let us decide if we want to place an order?
Unfortunately NO. A large part of what we get paid to do is getting the merchants for your cards. It is very labor intensive and costly. As we get the merchants specifically for each card we create, there is no way to know which actual merchants and location will be on the cards until after we have a signed contract. We do understand the value of the merchants on the cards and like you, want them to be as good as possible. The better the card is for you, the better it is for us as we have our name on the card also. We strive to make sure every organization is pleased with the merchants on their cards.
Do the cards expire?
Our fundraising cards are good for a little over one year, expiring the first of the 13th month after you receive the cards. For example if you receive your cards for sale on 08/15/13 then they would expire on 09/01/14.
Do we have to pay any money upfront?
Most non-profit organization do not have to pay for cards in advance. For those that qualify for financing, payment is due within 14 days of receiving the cards, this way you may be able to pay from profits.
Can the unsold cards be returned?
No, unsold cards may not be returned, each card is made specifically for your organization and no value to anyone else. Companies that do allow you to return cards charge twice as much for their cards and then allow you to only a small portion of unsold cards of the cards... in the long run you will end up having to sell nearly twice as many cards to raise the same funds.
How long will it take to get our cards?
It depends on the time of year, much of the year it takes about 3 weeks from the contract date until you receive the cards.Times can be longer at the beginning of the school year. We may be able to get a sale flier to you a little sooner if needed.
I have purchased a card from cheer and dance but I need to know how to use it?
To use your new fundraising discount card, you will present your card at the merchants located on the back of the card when placing your order. They will then give you the discTo use your new fundraising discount card, you will present your card at the merchants located on the back of the card when placing your order. They will then give you the discount that is located on the card. The cards do have conditions to them which are located at the bottom of the back of the card, so you will want to make sure you are meeting those conditions. When you do use the card thank the merchant for supporting your community and the organization listed on the front of the card.ount that is located on the card. The cards do have conditions to them which are located at the bottom of the back of the card, so you will want to make sure you are meeting those conditions. When you do use the card thank the merchant for supporting your community and the organization listed on the front of the card.
How do I register the card I purchased?
Our cards do not require registration, most likely if you have arrived here looking to register your card, you have typed in the incorrect URL, Please try again.
