Looking to put some “pop” into your next school fundraiser? Did you know that Americans eat 16 billion quarts of popcorn a year? That’s 51 quarts per man, woman and child! That’s a lot of popcorn.
So if your school or sports team is thinking about a future fundraiser, popcorn could be perfect. It’s healthy. It’s fun. And it’s an American tradition.
There are several pluses to a popcorn fundraiser. First of all, you can expect a receptive customer base. Popcorn isn’t a hard sell when it comes to convincing people why they need it. And since popcorn is a consumable item, you can host more than one fundraiser during the school year.
Popcorn is also popular around the holidays, particularly when it comes to gifts for neighbors and coworkers. Not only is popcorn almost universally liked, but it won’t make a huge dent in your pocketbook.
And lastly, popcorn is pretty darn healthy! Air-popped popcorn has only 31 calories per cup, while oil-popped has only 55 per cup. Also remember that popcorn is a whole grain, which makes it extra good for you. With no artificial additives or preservatives, it’s ideal for snacking between meals. It satisfies your hunger, but doesn’t spoil your appetite.
Not a bad product to sell, right? So when it comes to fundraisers, particularly around the holidays, popcorn is a pretty good option.