Olga’s Kitchen is proud to support our local communities and local organizations. When assessing fundraising groups, ideal organizations are those that strengthen families, support a safe, nurturing environment for children, highlight student academic achievement, and provide programs and services that are of public benefit.

Olga’s Fundraiser Rules:

• Dates must be requested at least three weeks in advance.
• Supporters must have a flyer in order for their sale to count towards the fundraiser total.
• Organizations cannot distribute flyers on premises of Olga’s Kitchen Restaurants (this includes our parking lot). This is clearly stated on the fundraiser flyers and must be communicated by the organization to all persons distributing flyers. If flyers are distributed in this manner you will risk forfeiting your organization’s entire donation.

• Organizations can raise any where from 15% to 25% depending on their Net Sales. Net Sales are based on the amount brought in during one day/night. Calculations are not based on total sales from a multiple date fundraiser.

Olga’s Kitchen will Provide:

• A fun & tasty fundraising event that everyone will enjoy!
• An electronic version (PDF) of a flyer that you may print & distribute, but also send to supporters via email.

• A copy of your fundraiser flyer posted on Facebook. All you will need to do is go to http://facebook.com/olgaskitchen, become a fan and click on the “events” tab. You and your supporters will then be able to use Facebook to R.S.V.P to the event, invite all of your friends, and print additional flyers. Note: Instructions to join Facebook available upon request.

Your Organization is Responsible for:

• Distribution of flyers (not on Olga’s Kitchen premises).
• Encouragement and enthusiasm to dine at Olga’s Kitchen on your fundraiser date!

Tips for a Successful Fundraiser:

• The BEST way to get people to come to your Olga’s Night fundraiser is personally delivering the flyers and chatting about it. Encourage your family, friends, and neighbors to hand out flyers to anyone they know in the area!
• Actively pass out flyers two weeks prior to your fundraising event. Be aggressive with promoting your fundraiser!! Distributing flyers to your supporters for 2 weeks leading up to your fundraiser is the best time to get the word out. This way they will have enough time to plan, but it will still be fresh in their heads!
• Display Olga’s Night fundraiser information in highly visible areas. For example, if you are promoting a school fundraiser make sure to post the information up in the teachers’ lounge and in school hallways where parents may check for current school information.
• Have realistic expectations. Consider how much money you would like to raise at your Olga’s Night fundraiser.

  • For example, if your goal is to earn $300, your organization needs to bring in $1,500 in sales to receive a 20% donation totaling $300.

  • If an average guest spends $10.00 at Olga’s Kitchen, then approximately 150 people would need to participate in the fundraiser to reach your $1,500 total sales goal.

• Email is a great way to send out the flyer – and it’s cost effective too! Include your contact information along with fundraiser details taken from the flyer in case recipients are unable to open or print the email. Make sure to also note where they may pick up a flyer (i.e. Hoover Elementary School’s Main Office).
• Facebook is another great way to promote your fundraiser.  If you would like to learn more about how Facebook can assist with your Fundraiser please click here.
• If you are a school or college – suggest that your teachers/ professors offer extra credit for dining at Olga’s Kitchen on your select date. Teachers and professors, for example, could offer a few extra credit points to any student who turns in an Olga’s Kitchen receipt from the day of your fundraiser for a purchase of $20 or more. Be sure to set a minimum spending amount to help boost your sales. This is a great way to get creative and get the kids involved!
• Utilize additional forms of communication. Stuff or attach the flyers to PTA newsletters or send home with students in their daily/weekly packets. Notify local radio stations of the details and ask that they make an announcement. Be sure to let listeners know how they can get a flyer. “Visit Hoover Elementary School’s website _____ and download a flyer.” Further, take advantage of any opportunity to announce your fundraiser to groups willing to support your cause.

• Take the time to remind your supporters. Flyers are passed out two weeks in advanceto allow time for everyone to save the date. However, most people are very busy and a quick reminder as the date approaches will be beneficial. Suggestions: Announce it over the P.A. System at school, mention it in the church bulletin, and/or resend it via e-mail or Facebook.

Remember the MORE enthusiasm you put into promoting your Olga’s Night fundraiser – the MORE you will get out of it!

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