Weekend fundraising efforts...

I am planning a fundraiser on May 2. Spent some time today going around to various local businesses to see if I could get some gift certificates, coupons donated for the fundraiser. Had no success, but picked out valuable lessons on what not to do while asking for contributions. I realized small business owners are pretty wary of soliciters, especially if they have been around in the area for sometime. Owners of new stores are much more open to ideas to advertize their business. Also found that megastores like Albertsons, Longs Drug are much more professional in talking and handling fundraising soliciters. Selling is a tough business. I hope I have better luck tomorrow, I am planning to go to Costco and some other big stores.