Doorcount idea sheet · srchambercommerce.com/ideas/give-back-day
A give-back day for a local cause
Give a stated share of one day's sales to a local cause and invite its supporters in.
Steps
- Pick a cause and agree with them in writing on the date and how you will pay what you raise.
- Say exactly what goes to the cause: "$1 from every loaf" or "10% of the day's sales".
- Ask the cause to tell their supporters; you tell yours.
- Post the amount given afterwards, with a thank-you.
What to count
Customers that day, against the same weekday before.
Keep it clean
If you advertise that part of a sale goes to a charity, say exactly how much, and check your state's rules: some states regulate these "commercial co-venture" promotions.