1.  Who can enroll in the program?

Any non-profit organization which includes schools, daycares, sports organizations, clubs and other charities.

2.  Why must participants be a Non-Profit Organization to be a Progressive Fundraising customer?

In order for the concept to work, a participating retailer agrees to give a discount to Progressive Fundraising for the benefit of a non-profit organization only.  The retailer is giving up potential revenue and wants to ensure that only a non-profit organization is benefiting from the program.

3.  Where do the cards / certificates come from?

Progressive Fundraising purchases the cards / certificates directly from the retailers.  The cards / certificates we provide to our customers are the same gift cards / certificates you would buy if you went to the participating retailer and purchased them yourself.

4.  Can I use the cards / certificates anywhere?

The cards / certificates are accepted at all participating retailer locations across Canada and in some cases in the US with the exchange rate calculated automatically.

5.  What is the cost to our organization for getting involved?

Zero.  There is no cost or obligation to buy anything.  Just complete your enrollment application and Progressive Fundraising will open an account and email you a start-up kit.

6.  How long does it take to become set up as a Progressive Fundraising customer?

You can obtain an enrollment form by phoning (604-267-9570) or by downloading an enrollment form from our website (http://www.progressivefundraising.ca).  Fill out the enrollment form completely, then fax (604-267-9578) or mail the enrollment form to Progressive Fundraising.  Your application will be processed within 48 hours of receipt and you will be sent a letter of confirmation that your account is open, along with everything you need to start your program.

7.  Is there a minimum amount of cards / certificates that I have to order?

Progressive Fundraising has no minimum order amount.  However, there is a modest shipping and handling charge applied to each order, so it may be impractical to request a very small order.

8.  Do I have to order every week?  How often can I order?

There are no requirements for ordering cards / certificates.  You may order as often as you wish.  Most Progressive Fundraising customers schedule their orders once a week or twice a month.

9.  Does it cost anything to participate?  Does it involve selling?

There are no membership or application fees.  Your organization's families simply pay face value for the cards / certificates they order.  Your members raise money for your organization by using their existing household shopping budget.  Some families may enlist relatives, friends and neighbors to buy the cards / certificates.  However, unlike other fundraising programs, children or participants do not have to "sell" door-to-door to raise money for their organization.

10.  Is there an option to electronically debiting my account?  Can I pay by cheque?

 At this time, Progressive Fundraising does not do electronic fund transfers. Yes, you can pay by organization cheque (no personal cheques accepted) at any TD Canada Trust.  However, Progressive Fundraising cannot ship an order until payment is received. 

11.  When will we get my order?

Within three to four business days from receipt of cheque.

 12.  How many volunteer hours are required to run a successful program?

Most certificate supervisors spend 2-3 hours per order managing a weekly program.  Then, 3-5 volunteers spend 4-6 hours per order selling cards / certificates at peak traffic times, collecting forms, adding up orders, submitting orders, breaking down bulk orders and delivering individual orders with a weekly program

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