We raise a small amount reliably by having a raffle every month. Members
donate pre-bonsai or unwanted projects and a few small items are bought
in whenever the chance of a reasonably priced item arises. About thirty
members attend our meets and there are usually 15 to 20 items on the
table so few people are regularly disappointed.
Our library is self financing and turns a small profit. We started with
a few books but invest the proceeds from a small lending fee in buying
more books and magazines. Now we have (too) many, which means that it is
a bit of a chore for the librarian, carting boxes back and forth for the
meetings. It provides a valuable learning resource and also adds a bit
more to the coffers.
When we have an external speaker, we sometimes charge an additional fee
but it's not usually necessary. Many speakers are amenable to their fees
being reduced or even waivered if you offer them the right sort of
hospitality and perhaps the chance of a yamadori, suiseki or other swap
from your area.
Cheers
Kev Bailey
Vale Of Clwyd, North Wales
-----Original Message-----
From: Internet Bonsai Club ] On Behalf
Of Peter K.
Sent: 22 September 2003 23:13
To:
Subject: [IBC] club funds
I belong to a local bonsai club. Just wondering if anyone has any good
ideas to boost the clubs funds. We never have any new speakers, only
club
members. I would like to find some ways to make money for the club
(aside
from raising dues) so we could do more and get some new speakers in.
Any
suggestions welcome.
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Peter Kulibert zone 4a/5b
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