How would you like to net your Chamber an extra $6,000 per year, just by setting up a "time & temperature" phone answering system in your office. Or $15,000+ per year from a simple discount shopping card project for members and their employees? Or $16,000 from an "Extreme Room Makeover Raffle?"

     These are just a few of the terrific ideas compiled in our valuable reference manual for working Chamber of Commerce managers called "75 Chamber Fund Raisers That Work!"

     This little book (just 24 pages) packs a big punch! Inside, you'll find ideas which have made other Chambers thousands of dollars, along with explanations and tips from the successful execs who made them work. And it's organized to help you find what you want right away.

       For example, the book's Index of Articles lists 45 fund raisers which have raised from $200 to $10,000 for Chambers, ranging from a slick, ten-minute "Balloon Frenzy" project at the annual banquet -- to a low-labor "Pirate Lootery" held at the local bar -- to a wacky "Un-Golf" tournament.

       Another section lists 15 more fund raisers in the $10,000 to $20,000 category, from a popular Women's Trade Show to a classy visitor's guide. At the top end are nine more Chamber projects which can net from $20,000 to $100,000 and up.

     We've also grouped projects by categories: Non-event fund raisers, event-centered fund raisers, auctions, raffles, golf tournaments, festivals and more. Each concise article contains a fresh angle, tips for success and even a Chamber contact number if you need more information. Plus the guide features a 30-day money back guarantee.

     JUST ONE of the successful projects presented in "75 Chamber Fund Raisers That Work!" could return to your Chamber many, many times the $79 purchase price.

     If your Chamber is serious about securing more non-dues income, order this book ASAP!

Sample ideas from our Chamber fund raising manual . .

Chamber Celebrity Roast ($2,500)   This was called an entertaining, low-work event by the New Jersey Chamber where it returned a steady $2,500 in net revenue each year. The report in our fund raising guide even includes "roasting tips" to make sure this is a hit project for any Chamber.

Fiberglass animal art ($30,000)   The sunfish at right is just one of three extremely creative Chamber fiberglass art projects covered in the guide which generated big bucks -- more than $30,000 in the case of one angler-loving Minnesota Chamber. Our manual tells you how they did it, and where to find a company which can create a masterpiece to become the canvas for your Chamber artisans.

Time & Temp phone system ($6,000)    At least two Illinois Chambers netted $500+ per month by installing computerized phone answering equipment in their offices to set up a "time & temperature" number for the public to call. Recorded ads sold to members provided the revenue. The story includes testimonials from execs on how it works, phone numbers to call to hear sample ads and a vendor contact.

Discount shopping card ($15,000)    An Alaska Chamber exec created a $15,000 cash cow -- or should we say "moose" -- in this well-organized and executed shopping card project which delighted Chamber members, their employees and shoppers. This Chamber has even invested in equipment to print its own professional-looking plastic cards for the project!

Lobby ad display units ($30,000)    A Florida Chamber netted $30,000 per year and more from the advertising display case shown in this photo of the Chamber office lobby.  Phones connect the user directly to the advertising business, a terrific promotional service to members!

 

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