Festive Fundraising Made Easy: How Your Business, Charity or PTA Can Create Mulled Wine Kits

As the holiday season approaches, businesses, charities or PTAs are always on the lookout for creative ways to raise funds. One fun and festive idea is to create and sell Mulled Wine Kits! These kits are simple to assemble, affordable, and perfect for spreading warmth and cheer during the winter months. Whether you’re supporting corporate, charity or school events, Mulled Wine Kits can help bring in much-needed funds while offering a unique holiday treat to your community.

Why Mulled Wine Kits?

Mulled wine is a timeless, cosy drink enjoyed at many holiday gatherings. Offering ready-to-make kits as a fundraiser gives people a fun, DIY experience to share with friends and family at home, or to be given as ideal gifts. Each kit includes the essential ingredients to create the perfect cup of spiced, warm wine – making it a thoughtful gift or treat for a winter evening. It’s a welcome alternative to typical fundraisers.

Here’s how you can create these kits easily and effectively!

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Mulled Wine Kits

1. Plan Your Kits

Decide what you want to include in each kit. A basic mulled wine kit typically contains:

– Spices: Pre-measured cinnamon sticks, cloves, star aniseed, and nutmeg.

– Dried Fruits: Dried orange slices or lemon slices to add a burst of citrus flavour.

– Sugar or Sweetener: A small portion of sugar or an alternative sweetener (like brown sugar or honey powder).

– Instructions: Simple, easy-to-follow directions on how to prepare the mulled wine at home, including the suggestion to add their own red wine or non-alcoholic base (like apple juice for family-friendly versions).

You could even offer different variations, such as traditional kits (with spice and fruit blends for red wine) and non-alcoholic kits that suggest pairing with juice or cider.

2. Source the Ingredients

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3. Assemble the Kits

You can package each kit in festive bags, boxes, or Kilner jars. Here’s what you’ll need:

– Small Spice Bags: These can be fabric or mesh, used to hold the spices and fruit for easy infusion.

– Packaging: Get creative! Use holiday-themed bags, boxes, or even jars with a ribbon to make the kits feel special. Include your school’s branding, and consider adding a personalised thank-you note or card with details about where the funds will go.

4. Create Custom Labels and Instructions

A key part of making these kits unique is the packaging and presentation. Create labels with:

– Your brand’s logo and colours.

– A brief message about the fundraiser’s purpose.

– Simple instructions for preparing mulled wine (e.g., “Combine this kit with a bottle of red wine or apple juice, gently simmer, and enjoy!”)

– You could also include tips for adding extras like brandy or garnishing with fresh orange slices.

5. Set a Price

Determine the pricing by calculating the total cost of each kit (including ingredients, packaging, and any extras) and marking it up to ensure a decent profit margin. Many mulled wine kits are priced between £10 and £20, depending on the ingredients and packaging. Offer bulk discounts or gift bundles to encourage larger purchases.

6. Market Your Fundraiser

Promote the fundraiser through:

– Newsletters: Send out a flyer detailing what’s in the kit and how it benefits the fundraising event

– Social Media: Post festive pictures of the kits and promote them in your online community groups.

– Events: Set up a table in reception, at meetings, winter concerts, holiday fairs to showcase and sell the kits directly.

– Pre-Orders: Allow employees, members, parents and community members to pre-order online through a Google Form, website or social media.

Mulled wine kits are an easy, cost-effective way to raise funds while engaging your business or community in a fun and festive way. Not only do they provide a great opportunity to raise money, but they also spread holiday cheer to colleagues, families, friends, and neighbours. With a little planning and creativity, your mulled wine fundraiser can become a new seasonal tradition that brings warmth and funding.

Happy fundraising!

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