"What is the best product to use?" 

• How many participants?

Candy and catalogs sales are ideal for groups of all sizes.  However, some products such as cookie dough for example, have a minimum order requirement that must be met.

• How much do you want to make?

Meeting that goal could be as simple as everyone selling just 30 candy bars.  A DMI rep will break the goal down for you, identify the denominator and give suggestions of the most efficient products.

• What products appeal to you?

We love the products that we offer.  Your group should be excited about the product you are offering, it will be easier to sell!

• How much time do you have to conduct the fundraising project?

Generally speaking, candy sales require less time to conduct than catalog sales.  T-shirt projects, even longer when you factor in the design requirements.  If you need to meet a specific deadline, or want to schedule a sale around a holiday, let us know and we will make every effort to accommodate your group.

• How motivated are the participants?

Motivation is key to any successful sale.  Knowing this element can help the fundraising sponsor meet a goal with minimum effort and avoid the pitfall of over-ordering, a profit-eating phenomenon.  DMI offers compelling rewards for participants and honors manufacturer's promotions.  See our 'Promotions' and 'Prizes' pages for more information.

• What rules, if any, are there for your group about product sales?

While product sales raise billions of dollars for schools and non-profits annually, there are burgeoning regulations from federal and state levels and pressures within organizations to limit product choice. DMI has been responsive to these developments and offers a number of products that administrators will find suitable and compliant with wellness policies.