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1) HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BEGIN DISCUSSING THE PROJECT WITH YOU?
Because of our finite capacity to offer "no cost" design and production set-up, we offer these services on a first-come-first-served basis, contingent upon our acceptance of the project. We strongly recommend planning your project with us at least 1 month in advance of the actual sale event allowing plenty of time for design and preparation. Any event being planned for the Thanksgiving / Christmas holiday season should include additional time. It is during this season that we sometimes have to say no to “late comers”.
Organizations that have used our services previously are guaranteed continuous service
due to our having their design and set-up templates on file.
2) HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE GRANITE LEDGE COFFEE TO DESIGN A PRODUCT LINE?
We usually allow one week for actual design, one week for approvals and revisions, one week for details and one week for production / delivery; explaining the one month recommendation.
3) WE HAVE A LOGO AND ART GRAPHICS THAT WE WANT TO INCLUDE ON OUR LABEL.
HOW DO WE SUBMIT THEM TO YOU?
The most effective method is via eMail in Adobe Illustrator v.11 (.ai) format. Otherwise, a standard J-Peg (.jpg) can be used. However, if a J-Peg is sent, we could be somewhat constrained by its limitations. The files may also be snail-mailed via CD-ROM to: P.O. Box 276, Canterbury, NH 03224
4) WE DON’T HAVE EXISTING ART OR LOGO. WHAT DO WE DO?
No worries. We’ll design a product line that reflects well on your organization’s mission and image. For examples, SEE: [fund-raiser DESIGN page / Label Examples 1-8].
5) ARE THERE ANY DESIGN COSTS?
Typically, there are none if your organization is a School, Church, Youth Activity, Not-For-Profit or Non-Profit, 501(c)3, etc.; or if your group relies on fund-raising to fuel its mission objectives. Our effort in this regard is our way of supporting the outreach and education programs within the state of N.H. and beyond. Any “for profit” entity using the product for corporate gifts or for transactions inconsistent with fund-raising efforts can expect a one-time design fee that typically ranges from $75.00 to $350.00 per variety.
6) WHAT COMPRISES A TYPICAL FUND-RAISER PRODUCT LINE?
Our standard offering uses three varieties (Medium Roast Organic Blend, Decaf Costa Rican, Colombian Dark Roast) that are available in either Whole Bean or Ground giving your supporters 6 products to choose from. These come in 8oz. Black Foil bags that are heat sealed and containing a degassing valve and a custom designed label focusing on your organization. Of course, the varieties of coffee and roast preferences can be modified to meet your specific requirements.
7) WHAT IS A “SELL SHEET”?
These custom designed “Point of Sale” documents are created to effectively accomplish two objectives: 1) Give the seller a full color representation of the offering to present to the buyer and, 2) Provide an order sheet that will be compiled to create the “final order”. SEE: [fund-raiser DESIGN page / Sell Sheets].
8) HOW DO WE PLACE THE FINAL ORDER?
Well in advance of your sale date, we will create and provide an EXCEL document that has been custom formatted to include only the products that you offer. All you have to do is fill-in the quantities sold and it will calculate the totals and costs. Sending this to us, via eMail, prompts the final production / delivery process.
SEE: [fund-raiser DESIGN page / Final Order Example]
9) HOW LONG BEFORE WE RECEIVE THE PRODUCT FOR FINAL DISTRIBUTION, ONCE THE SALE IS DONE?
We will deliver your product within 10 business days of receipt of your “Final Order”.
10) CAN YOUR PRODUCTS BE ADDED TO AN EXISTING FUND-RAISING EVENT CONTAINING OTHER PRODUCTS?
Absolutely, our product works well as a stand-alone or with a previously established and diverse product offering.
11) IS THERE A MINIMUM ORDER?
No. Whether you sell 1 bag or a thousand, we will promptly deliver the finished product to the organization within 10 business days.
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