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Organizing a Wine Tree Fundraiser

Jeanne Benedict
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I asked my husband, "Have you ever heard of a Wine Tree?" His response, "No. Where does it grow?" Hmmph. I thought he was paying attention to all those charity events I chaired! And, I thought this fundraising idea was right up there in popularity with Silent Auctions, but apparently not.

A Wine Tree is an activity at a fundraiser where bottles of wine are donated to be an auction or raffle prize. Or, a Wine Tree is basically a wine potluck to help support a fundraising event by defraying the beverage costs with donations. The potluck idea is a no-brainer and an economical way to pay for the bar. However, organizing a Wine Tree for a fundraiser prize can be a great moneymaker.

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Wine Tree Fundraiser Basics: Get the Word Out and the Wine In!

Whether the Wine Tree is the only activity at the fundraiser or one of many ways guests can contribute to your cause, these basic organization tips will help get you started. Read More

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For Big Money Fundraisers: Complete Wine Tree Collection Prize

You know your crowd. Are there deep pockets on your guest list' Or, true connoisseurs that will shell out for a wine collection and feel great about making a donation to a good cause as well' Then go with a "winner takes all" approach where all bottles donated go to one big auction or raffle winner! Read More

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For Moderately Priced Fundraisers: Wine Tree Prize Categories

Let's say your fundraiser ticket price is under $100, and the crowd may not be packed with oenophiles. Here are some quick tips on how to offer great prizes to a less wine-focused bunch and still draw in some big bucks! Read More

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For Added Value to Your Event: Continuous Wine Bottle Raffle

Speckle fun throughout the night with a raffle of great wines. Keep your guest surprised and excited again and a again with random winners. Read More

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