Fundraising On the Fly

Fundraising On the Fly

Are you looking for new and unique ways to fundraise for your library, but finding that there’s just never enough time?

Amazon has a couple of options that require minimal staff time yet can offer extra funds (or supplies) to the library all year long! 

Here’s a breakdown of how each option works:

Amazon Wishlist

  • For this option the library would need to have its own Amazon account 
  • Once an account has been created and you’re logged in you can create a wishlist of books and other items by hovering over ‘Account & Lists’ (located in the top right of Amazon’s homescreen), click ‘Create a Wishlist’ from the drop-down menu and you can start adding items your library needs or would like to you list! ðŸ™‚
  • If you decide to go this route, make sure to spread the word! Include a link or QR code patrons can use to access the library’s wishlist on your website and any physical posters/signage about it so patrons can check out your wishlist and contribute ðŸ˜‰
  • This initiative can be a time-limited one, if you are fundraising for time-sensitive supplies or ongoing – it’s totally up to you

AmazonSmile

  • This option is for registered charities only (please check with your Consultant if you aren’t sure of your library’s charitable status)
  • If your library is a registered charity, this option could be a great ongoing fundraising initiative!
  • Basically, charitable organizations sign up and are provided a link that when used to buy any items from Amazon.ca (regardless of whether they are a part of a Wishlist or not) the charity receives a percentage of the funds
  • Yes, you read that right! If a patron uses the library’s AmazonSmile link to purchase anything the library will receive a portion of those funds 😄
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Please see the included hyperlinks for more information on how to set up these fundraising options for your library.