Popcorn

The 2008 Popcorn Fund Raising Sale has officially begun so get out there and start taking those orders.  Most of you were mailed a "Take Order" form.  New members will get yours at your next Den meeting.  If you can't wait, drop Bill Hamilton a call (678-455-7793) or email and we'll arrange a pick-up or drop-off.

The very popular Military Donation product is still there along with a brand new item, Trail Mix (Trails End Mix to be precise) looks like a good value.

We are encouraging each Scout to sell $250.

Key Dates

Sale Begins: September 17th

Sale Ends: November 5th - Drop Off your Take Order form and Money at the Scout Hut between 7-9pm.

Pick-Up your Popcorn: November 21st at the Scout Hut

Important Items

  • Make checks payable to "Cub Scout Pack 62" - go ahead and write this in the bottom left hand corner of the Take Order form. Also write "11/22" for Delivery Date in the top right box so your customers will know when the product is coming.
  • Collect the money when you take order - you will need to turn your money with your take order form.  Yea, if you know dear Uncle Bob is "good for it" we believe you, but we'll want you to cover his funds anyway.  Nothing against Uncle Bob.
  • Put your Unit number (62), Name and Den number on your form in the light blue section before you head out.
  • Take two pens (test to make sure each doesn't smear on the glossy take order form) and an envelope for the checks and cash with you.  Got an old clipboard somewhere?  Makes it all a little easier.  Neatness helps prevent lots of problems in the areas of order to money balance, correct orders and matching delivery of product and DELIVERY!
  • Look and Act Sharp - Wear your uniform and only walk on driveways and side walks.
  • Don't sell after dark - Dark blue uniforms added to  "night time" equals flattened Cub Scouts and all sorts of needless paperwork.  You also have to admit that a Cub Scout ringing a doorbell after everyone has gone to bed looks a little creepy.  Play it safe and be polite.

Incentives

Why do this?  Here are some pretty good reasons:
  • 35% of the sales stays with Cub Scout Pack 62
  • 35% of the sales stays with the Northeast Georgia Council
  • Builds character and confidence
These prizes are given by the Council:

 Sell Get
 $10 Certificate
 $25 Certificate & Patch
 $150 Certificate, Patch & Knife
 $300 Certificate, Patch, Knife & Toy Car
 $500 Certificate, Patch, Knife, Toy Car & Flashlight
2 Georgia Force Tickets for any home game
 $750 Certificate, Patch, Knife, Toy Car, Flashlight & Embroidered Cap
2 Georgia Force Tickets for any home game & 2 Mini GF Footballs
 $1000 Certificate, Patch, Knife, Toy Car, Flashlight & Marshmallow Blaster
4 Georgia Force Tickets for any home game & Georgia Force T-Shirt
 $1500 Same prizes as $1000 level plus $50 Coleman or Wal~mart Gift Card
from Trails End
 $2000 Same prizes as $1500 level plus $100 Gift Card from the Council

Every $1000 past $2000 gets that gift card $50 bigger and college scholarship program kicks in at $2500.

Top Sellers

The Top 10 Pack sellers and those achieving double quota (which is $500+ in sales) will also receive a special trip to Adrenaline Climbing. 

10%-Back

10% of your sales can be used to:
  • Refund your Pack Fees
  • Apply towards future Pack, District and Council Activities
  • Reimburse you for Scouting and Camping Supplies (save your receipts)

Direct any questions to Bill Hamilton.  My email and phone number can be found on the Contact page.