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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
Fundraiser program
General
*No. There are no deposits, down payments, or upfront inventory costs.
*Nothing is left behind for your organization to manage. Midwest Floral Mafia handles all remaining inventory after the event.
Fundraiser earnings are paid within twenty-four hours after the event.
Not necessarily. Families can purchase Floral Bucks in advance for younger students.
Early planning is important because plants and inventory are grown or reserved in advance.
No. Midwest Floral Mafia handles setup, staffing, checkout, teardown, and cleanup.
Yes. We can set up in a school gym, church space, parking lot, or larger community setting.
Your organization earns an agreed share of every qualifying sale. Your exact fundraiser structure and payout are reviewed before the event.
For outdoor fundraisers, we’ll work with your organization on the safest option, including adjusting the setup or rescheduling when necessary.
It depends on the size of the fundraiser. We can work with anything from a school gym or designated indoor area to a larger parking lot or outdoor community space.
Event length is planned around your school or organization, expected attendance, and location.
*Absolutely. Fundraisers can be held on weekdays, evenings, Saturdays, or Sundays. The date and schedule simply need to be arranged in advance so we can plan inventory, staffing, setup, and security when needed.
*Yes. Fundraisers can be scheduled for multiple days when arranged in advance. We’ll work with your organization to build a schedule that fits your location, traffic, and expected turnout.
Yes. As a courtesy, Midwest Floral Mafia can help promote the event with up to 700 flyers distributed within walking distance of the school or event location, along with a courtesy banner or Save the Date sign to help let families and the surrounding community know the fundraiser is coming.Your organization can also share the event through its own email, social media, newsletters, and parent communication channels to help drive even more traffic.
Midwest Floral Mafia handles customer checkout and sales transactions during the event.
No. There are no catalogs, order forms, or traditional presales required. We do encourage families to purchase Floral Bucks ahead of time, especially for younger students, so they can arrive ready to shop without carrying cash. Floral Bucks also help build excitement before the fundraiser and make checkout easier on event day.
Yes, when the organization and location allow it. Community access can help expand the fundraiser beyond just students and parents.
When appropriate, we can coordinate with the local municipality for on-site police security.
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