# How do we organise a cheese fundraiser online?

Source: https://raised.au/answers/how-to-run-a-cheese-fundraiser
Reviewed: 2026-11-13

Arrange a cheese supplier, agree pack sizes and costs, and create a Raised product fundraiser with one ordering link. Set a deadline that leaves time to place the bulk order and organise collection. Check storage instructions with the supplier and budget for any freight, packaging and absorbed payment fees.

## What should each product listing explain?

State the cheese type, pack weight or quantity and what the supporter will receive. Obtain current ingredient and allergen details from the supplier. A bundle should list its contents so families can compare like for like.

Confirm stock availability before launch and decide how you will handle substitutions. Do not quietly replace an item after people have ordered it; contact affected supporters about the available options.



## How can the group estimate its return?

Multiply the expected quantity of each pack by its selling price less supplier cost. Then subtract freight and other campaign costs. For example, 100 packs with a NZ$4 margin contribute NZ$400 before those extra costs. This is an illustration, not a supplier offer.

Separate the total sales target from the amount you need to retain. If prices or minimum quantities change, revisit the budget before opening orders.



## What should happen on delivery day?

Ask the supplier how products must be stored and how long the collection window can be. Assign someone to receive, count and check the delivery.

1. Check stock against the supplier invoice.
2. Prepare one packing list from the confirmed orders.
3. Label orders so volunteers can identify the right supporter.
4. Record collections and contact anyone who has not arrived.
5. Reconcile remaining stock and costs after the campaign.

## Related guidance

- [Find a supplier and confirm availability](https://raised.au/our-wholesalers)
- [Work out the retained amount](https://raised.au/answers/how-to-calculate-product-fundraising-profit)
- [Product collection instructions](https://raised.au/help/organisers/orders-and-sales/product-delivery-and-collection)

[Start your fundraiser](https://raised.au/start/setup?kind=product&source=answers/how-to-run-a-cheese-fundraiser)