Introduction to the Popcorn Program
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Fundraising for the Pack is important to Scouting, not only for the exceptional programs it allows, but also the life skills it teaches your son like goal setting, public speaking, and self-motivation, Popcorn sales are the sole annual fundraiser for Pack 301. The Pack requires a modest annual dues to cover registration of the Scouts. The activity and camping budget comes solely from Popcorn Sales. This keeps costs for parents down while enabling a fantastic program for the Scouts throughout the year.
The Popcorn Program is an important part of Scouting. Some of the great benefits of selling popcorn include:
MOST IMPORTANTLY, participating in the Popcorn Program teaches Scouts the value of earning their own way, setting goals, and supporting their unit program budget. This is an essential part of the character development learned through Scouting! |
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Kickoff Orientation ZOOM Meeting June 30th, 2020
All parents and leaders should attend the kickoff orientation meeting on Tuesday, June 30th at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held virtually through Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 898 2866 6708
Password: 1225
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89828666708?pwd=dnUvMFpYb2ZqZG9iRXh6b1UxN3Bpdz09
Meeting ID: 898 2866 6708
Password: 1225
Scout and Pack Sales Goals
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For the 2020-21 Program Year, the Popcorn Program sales goals are as follows:
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Every Bit Helps!
The Popcorn Program has evolved to include new tools and technology that makes the program easier than ever to participate in. With Online Sales, Wagon Sales, and Storefront Sales, there are more opportunities than ever to sell.
Every Scout should easily be able to participate!
Every Scout should easily be able to participate!
Key Dates!
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2020 Program Updates
- Redesigned Trails End App and Unit Leader/Parent webpages
- Updated Trail’s End Rewards. Point based system with larger levels and more of them.
- $750 Sales Bonus – Earn a Waterproof Day Pack
- Storefront scheduling partnership
- Product distribution process updated
- Online direct sales from the Trail’s End app
Ways to Sell!
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Online Direct Sales
Online Direct sales are easier than ever for Scouts to sell to friends and family and face-to-face with the new functionality for a Scout to record an Online Direct order in the app. The product ships to the customer, and it’s the SAFEST fundraising option for Scouts. Scouts setup their Trail’s End account by downloading the Trail’s End App, and they can sell face-to-face or share their fundraising page via email, social media and text message. Customers pay via credit/debit securely, and the products ship directly to them from Trail’s End.
Storefront Sales Involves coordinating booths in high foot traffic locations throughout your community. It is best practice to have ONE Scout and ONE parent at each shift to cover more shifts during the course of the sale.
Wagon Sales (a.k.a "Take Order") Scouts collect orders in the app and deliver on hand product or mark product as “undelivered” to be delivered at a later date. This can also be taken through neighborhoods, but is great for parent’s co-workers, friends and family. It is at the units discretion whether money is collected up front or upon delivery. Wagon Sales (a.k.a. "Show and Sell") Involves the Scout bringing product door-to-door to customer residences to ask for support. This method is preferred for neighborhoods close to home. A large percentage of home-owners say that no Scout has ever come to their door, missing this great opportunity. Product is carried with the Scout in a wagon or vehicle, making it a quick and easy process for the customer.
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5 Steps to Success!
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How To Sell $1,000 While Social Distancing
Sell for 8 hours, fund your entire year of Scouting! Click the button below for instructions on how to sell $1,000 worth of popcorn, all while social distancing. You would earn an $80 Amazon Card!
2020 Rewards Program
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Online Direct Entrepreneur Pledge
Scouts that will pledge to do their best to sell $2,500 or more through Online Direct from July 1 – August 15 will receive exclusive access to training and webinars from experts in business, marketing, and ecommerce.
The first 200 Scouts to hit the goal will receive a $200 Amazon.com Gift Card, and a plaque celebrating their accomplishment!
The first 200 Scouts to hit the goal will receive a $200 Amazon.com Gift Card, and a plaque celebrating their accomplishment!
Product Availability Changes
Due to production challenges associated with COVID-19, and to ensure production meets demand, certain products will be available only through Online Direct Sales and will not be available for Wagon Sales. Product shown in the image below will be available for in person sales (Wagon Sales). More products available with Online Direct.
Trail's End App
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Download the Trail's End App onto your smartphone or tablet so your Scout can take sales and track their progress!
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Scout Web Portal
Commission Structure for Pack Fundraising
Pack 301 receives a commission percentage of Popcorn Program sales. The commission is 35%!
- BONUS! To incentivize Scouts to begin selling early, an additional 5% commission will be paid to the Pack in the form of a 5% Amazon Gift Card for Pack purchases. This additional commission is for sales made from July 1st through August 15th only!
American Heroes Donation Program
When a customer purchases an American Heroes Donation, a portion goes back to local Scouting and the remaining popcorn equivalent is donated to the first responders and the U.S. Military. Trail’s End has teamed up with Soldiers’ Angels to distribute the popcorn to VA Hospitals, National Guard units, and military bases across the country.
- Over $66 million worth of popcorn has been donated to U.S. troops over the years
- Last year consumers purchased over 472,500 Military Donations
- In 2019, over 2,900 pallets of popcorn was shipped to 45 locations in 22 states
Cub Scout Advancement Opportunities
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Cub Scouts can complete certain rank requirements while participating in the Popcorn Program. See the table at right for rank requirements that can be satisfied.
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Storefront Sales Locations, Dates, and Times
The following locations are planned for storefront sales for the 2020 Popcorn Program. Scouts can sign up for shifts through the Trail's End App or Scout Portal web dashboard. Please do not attempt to book time at these stores directly. Trail's End has negotiated times at these locations and slots will be reserved through the App and Portal. Shifts are reserved in increments of 2 hours.
Note: Due to social distancing restrictions, shifts are limited to 2 hours each and only ONE scout and his/her immediate family may participate at a time. Scouts not living in the same household may not sell together during a shift.
Specific dates and times when selling at these storefronts is approved will be released July 13th, 2020.
Note: Due to social distancing restrictions, shifts are limited to 2 hours each and only ONE scout and his/her immediate family may participate at a time. Scouts not living in the same household may not sell together during a shift.
Specific dates and times when selling at these storefronts is approved will be released July 13th, 2020.
- 7 Eleven, 3023 Duke St
- 7 Eleven, 800 Franklin St
- CVS, 5101 Duke St
- CVS, 433 S Washington St
- Giant Food, 3131 Duke St
- Harris Teeter, 735 N Asaph St
- Harris Teeter, 4641 Duke St
- Safeway, 3526 King St
- Safeway, 500 S. Royal St
- Walgreens, 615 King St
Dates and times for the following locations will be added as soon as possible.
- Saint Elmo's Cafe (Del Ray) (pending confirmation)
- Lowes (Beacon Hill - Route 1) (pending confirmation)
- Long & Foster (400 King St) (pending confirmation)
- Basilica of St. Mary Church After Mass Sales (pending confirmation)