How Our Coffee Fundraiser Program Works

How long can my fundraising run?

You can set the date on how long you would like your fundraising event to last. We just need to know when your fundraising event starts and when you would like it to end. Once we have your first order date we can begin to design the labels, prepare the bags, and roast your unique coffee blend so everything will be ready to go when your launch date comes around.

How long does a successful fundraiser run?

When people really enjoy your coffee, why limit their fundraising support to just once a year? We see a lot of success when campaign organizers have a regular order date, like once every two weeks, or once per month. Coffee is best when it’s consumed fresh and your supporters appreciate being able to order regularly.

Regular orders means your group makes more money more often. You can have your supporters order off your own online portal, or they can order your blend from Cupper’s online fundraising portal any time they wish. Either way, you still collect the profits.

Is there free shipping?

Short answer – Yes.

Longer answer – It depends on the size of the order. Any order of 50 to 99 bags, we split the shipping with the organization. Any order of 100 bags or more, and Cupper’s covers the shipping costs.

Do I have to have a big event for a fundraiser?

Absolutely not! Instead of raising a bunch of money at once you can raise smaller, ongoing amounts. This ‘residual’ style of fundraising can actually exceed the amount that you may have brought in with a bigger blitz event. Also with smaller and more frequent orders, there is less work and organizing for fundraising coordinators.

How often should I place a fundraising order?

That depends. We have groups that order every other week and we have other groups who order monthly. We’re flexible with what works for your group and supporters.

How do I take orders? How do I make orders?

Cupper’s has a few options for you when it comes to ordering. Order requests are based on “per bag” and “grind type”. You can pay by credit or debit card.

1. 1. We have an online ordering system. We create your online account on our portal and your fundraising leader can place orders online through our portal.
   2. We also have paper order forms as well and those can be scanned and emailed or dropped off.
   3. With COVID-19 and distance, many groups prefer making their orders online on the Cupper’s Fundraising Portal. The online ordering is easy and convenient. You can make your order and pay on the spot.

How do I get my coffee order?

We can ship to your location, deliver if you are within Lethbridge, Coaldale or Coalhurst, or you can pick up your order at Cupper’s Coffee & Tea.

Who receives the coffee order?

If it’s a small order directly with us by a supporter, we work with them to get the coffee to them.

If the fundraising coordinator is placing the order, we get the coffee to them. It’s up to the fundraiser organizer to decide how they would prefer to distribute the coffees to your supporters.

Once I make my order how long does it take to get my coffee order?

It’s 5 business days maximum from when we receive your order to it being ready for pick-up or in the mail to your destination. Often it’s even faster!

How do we choose the coffee for our fundraiser?

Cupper’s develops a proprietary coffee blend just for your fundraising group. We help curate it with you so it’s what you’re proud to put your name on it. You decide what kind of flavour notes and roast you would like, and our master coffee roaster does the rest.

How much profit do we make on each bag?

Cupper’s will invoice you $15 per bag of coffee. Most of our fundraising groups sell each bag for $20. This gives you a 25% return.

Are there any hidden costs?

Our Coffee Fundraiser is “what you see is what you get”. There are no hidden costs and no start-up fees.

Packaging and custom labels are all included. The only undetermined cost is if shipping is needed. And if you sell more than 100 bags of coffee, shipping is free!

Will you help with our social media?

We help promote your product through Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. But truly, we also depend on you to get the message out. The more that sells, the more your group makes!

How is the coffee ground? What if I want whole bean coffee?

Obviously, freshly roasted coffee is always whole bean. But Cupper’s will grind the coffee specifically for your order. Options include (coarsest to finest grind) whole bean, press/perc, drip, Keurig (for refillable pods only, pod not supplied), Aeropress, Bialetti, espresso, Turkish.