Popcorn 2011!

Update – November 2011

Our Popcorn Fundraiser ended with a blast! The boys did really well, and a lot of awards were earned, including a Pack Marskman Event at Treasure Valley! We also celebrated some exceptional sales with a “pie in the face” event that everyone enjoyed.

We’re now in the delivery phase of the program. Here is the tax-exempt form/receipt, and here is a copy of the “Missed you!” delivery notice.

The details of the program are below.

Details on the program

Our Popcorn Fundraiser for 2011 is in full swing! As in previous years, the Popcorn Fundraiser is the only source of funds for the Pack’s operations. It runs through October 29th, and pays for:

Pinewood Derby Cars
Blue & Gold Banquet
Belt Loops, Pins & Patches
Pack Meeting Entertainment
Den Supplies
Hiking Sticks
Books
Neckerchiefs & Slides
Field Trips
Scout Leader Training
Boy’s Life Magazine
and more!

Our Popcorn Leader for 2011 is Jennifer Rodrique. Please get in touch with her if you have any questions.

Here’s a printable blank order sheet if you run out!

Sales Tips!

The best way to fill those sheets and earn awards is to get out there and sell! Here are some tips for you to consider:

Make sure you call or visit all your relatives and practice your “sales pitch” at the same time.
Always have an adult with you when selling door-to-door, and never enter a stranger’s house without your adult companion next to you.
When you go up to a neighborhood door, make sure you’re wearing your uniform properly, and that you look presentable. Have your shirt tucked in, your hat on, your neckerchief, etc. People like seeing Cub Scouts in their uniforms.
SMILE!! You’d be amazed at how important a cheerful attitude is when selling.
When your neighbor answers the door, make sure you say “Hi!” or “Hello!” or “Good Morning!” first - don’t jump right into your sales pitch. Also, try to look people in the eye and be confident – they will pick up on this and be more willing to listen to you.
Deliver your pitch. Something like “I am selling Popcorn today to help Pack 106. Could I interest you in supporting us? We have selections ranging from $10.”
If they say they can’t afford it, you can mention that cash donations are also appreciated. Sometimes people will just want to donate, and that’s fine! Mark it on your “sheet” as a unit sold, but write “Cash” instead of marking off any popcorn selection.
If people still don’t want to buy any, or have already bought some from another scout, don’t get upset or frustrated! Say “No problem, and thank you!” anyway. It’s important that people think positively about you and your Pack.
Keep track of which houses you’ve visited, but where nobody was home. Go back at another time and try them again. There may still be a sale there!
Keep going! It might take a few attempts to get some interested people, so don’t give up! Ring those bells!

Our sales period runs all the way through to October 29th, so get out as early as you can, and visit as many houses as you can. We’re hoping for an average of 20 units sold per boy.

In addition to personal sales, we’re having two Pack Sales events:

Saturday, October 1st – Community Blitz! Sign up for this by 9/28 (http://www.mysignup.com/Pack106Blitz).
Saturday, October 29th at Stop & Shop

Weekly Mohegan Council Raffles!

Each sheet that a boy fills up should be faxed (or scanned and emailed) to Alison Specter at (508) 752-3047 or alison.specter@scouting.org.

They will be entered into Weekly Raffles for even more great prizes! Sheets must be received by 1pm on Friday for that week’s drawing.

Cool Prizes!

	For every 20 units sold, the boy will earn a $15 Retail Gift Card from the Pack!
	At certain dollar amounts, the boy will earn an Amazon or Walmart Gift Card from Trail’s End! Please note, only one Gift Card is earned, base on the boy’s ending total sales. $250: $10 Gift Card —- $350: $15 Gift Card $450: $20 Gift Card —- $650: $30 Gift Card $850: $40 Gift Card —- $1100: $55 Gift Card $1300: $75 Gift Card —- $1800: $110 Gift Card $2300: $150 Gift Card
	For each sheet filled (30 customers), the boy will earn Two Worcester Sharks tickets!Fax Sheets to the Council office to enter weekly raffles too! Either fax (508-752-3047) or scan and email the completed forms to Alison.Specter@Scouting.org.
	For each sheet filled (30 customers), the boy will earn a cool ‘Pop Star Patch’! Each additional filled sheet sold will result in a star pin that can be applied to the patch!
	10% of a boy’s sales will count towards the Treasure Valley Camping event (minimum of $500 in sales)! If the boy sells over $1000, they get 15% of their sales towards Treasure Valley Camping!
	After $600 in sales, the boy will earn a Zyclone and a $600 Club Patch!
	At $1500 in sales, the boy will earn a BONUS $50 Amazon or Walmart Gift Card from Trail’s End!
	The Top Selling Scout (by units sold) in each Den will earn a Movie Pack with 2 tickets and a concession voucher!
	Every Den selling an average of 20 units per scout will earn a Pizza and Bowling party!
	The Top Selling Den (by units sold) will earn a trip to Central Rock Climbing in Worcester!
	The Top Selling Boy in the Pack (by units sold) will earn:A Backpack full of neat camping gearOR A Razor PowerWing Caster Scooter OR An iPod Nano
	The Top Selling Boy in the Pack (by units sold) will also earn a limited edition Top Pop Star 2011 Patch!