🏪 Vendor Participation Guide
Everything you need to know about participating in fundraiser campaigns
📋 Getting Started
Complete Your Vendor Profile
Set up your business information, payment details, and delivery radius.
- Business name and description
- Delivery radius (how far you're willing to travel)
- Payment preferences (e-transfer recommended)
- Contact information
Set Your Delivery Radius
Choose the maximum distance you're willing to deliver products.
Upload Your Products
Add products that are suitable for fundraising campaigns.
- Use the pricing calculator for optimal pricing
- Ensure adequate inventory levels
- No one-of-a-kind or custom items
- High-quality photos and descriptions
Receive Fundraiser Invitations
Get notified when fundraisers in your area are looking for vendors.
- Email notifications with fundraiser details
- 48-hour response window
- Review commitment requirements carefully
💰 Interactive Pricing Calculator
Use this calculator to determine optimal pricing for your fundraiser products. Try different scenarios and understand your exact profit margins.
How the Calculator Works:
1. Enter Full Item Price
What you believe the product is worth in the market
2. Set Donation Amount
How much you want to contribute to the cause per item
3. See Breakdown
Automatic calculation of all fees and your net profit
📊 Fee Structure Reference:
⚠️ Commitment Rules & Consequences
🚨 CRITICAL: READ CAREFULLY
By participating in any fundraiser, you are making a legally binding commitment.
❌ NO CANCELLATION POLICY
Once you confirm participation and the fundraiser begins accepting orders, you CANNOT cancel for any reason.
- Personal emergencies do not excuse cancellation
- Inventory issues must be resolved, not cancelled
- Price changes are not permitted after confirmation
📦 DELIVERY GUARANTEE
You must deliver ALL ordered items to the designated pickup location.
- Quantity shortfalls are not acceptable
- Quality must match what was advertised
- Delivery must be on time and to correct location
🔒 CONSEQUENCES OF NON-COMPLIANCE
Failure to fulfill commitments results in:
- Immediate removal from current fundraiser
- Permanent exclusion from all future fundraisers
- Financial responsibility for any losses caused
- Legal action may be pursued for breach of contract
Before You Participate:
📋 Product Guidelines
✅ Accepted Products
- Mass-produced items with adequate inventory
- Food products with proper packaging
- Crafts that can be replicated consistently
- Branded merchandise
- Seasonal items with sufficient stock
❌ Rejected Products
- One-of-a-kind or unique items
- Custom/personalized products
- Items with limited quantity (less than 10)
- Perishable goods without proper preservation
- Items requiring special handling/permits
Inventory Requirements:
🚚 Delivery Process
Orders Begin
Customers start purchasing your products
Final Order Count
You'll receive final quantities to prepare
Drop-off at Pickup Location
Deliver all items to designated location
Customers Collect Orders
Your responsibility ends after delivery
💳 Payment Information
🥇 E-Transfer (Recommended)
- Cost: FREE
- Speed: 1-2 business days
- Requirements: Email address only
🏦 Direct Deposit
- Cost: Low fees
- Speed: 2-3 business days
- Requirements: Banking information
💸 PayPal
- Cost: 3.49% + $0.49 per transaction
- Speed: Instant
- Requirements: PayPal account
Payment Schedule:
Payments are processed weekly after successful delivery and customer pickup completion.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if I can't fulfill my commitment?
A: You will be permanently banned from all future fundraisers and may be held financially responsible for any losses.
Q: Can I change my prices after confirming participation?
A: No, all pricing must be finalized before the fundraiser begins accepting orders.
Q: What if demand exceeds my inventory?
A: You should set appropriate stock levels and be prepared to scale production if needed.
Q: When do I get paid?
A: Payments are processed weekly after successful delivery and completion of customer pickups.
📞 Need Help?
If you have questions about participating in fundraisers, contact our vendor support team: