DonationScout

How do you launch a successful fundraiser program that spans not only across multiple brands but also hundreds of franchisee groups? Elaine Patel, Senior Director of Field Marketing for FAT Brands details all of that for you in four easy steps. Obviously Step 3 is our favorite:) Step 1—Identify a Vision and Framework for Local Store Marketing Program Step 2—Establish Buy-in From the Franchisor Teams to Serve as Program Ambassadors Step 3—Tap Into User-Friendly Platforms Tools to Communicate and Share Assets (🙋♂️like DonationScout that allows for operational flexibility while maintaining brand standards) Step 4—Get Boots on the Ground! Check out more insights in this great QSR Magazine article! https://lnkd.in/gjvjzjVi

Our Summer of Solutions may have technically come to an end, but rest assured the solutions are still here! We're excited to introduce Automated Outreach—our latest feature that allows restaurants to set up customizable, event-based messages for marketing, re-marketing, or boosting event success. 🚀 With Automated Outreach, you can tailor messages to fit any situation—like sending a custom post-approval message two days after an event is approved, thanking the organizer and sharing tips for promoting the event. You can even create targeted messages, such as reminding schools to share event posts on their school social pages the day of the event. And don’t forget about re-engagement: send a post-event message to past groups who brought in over a certain amount of sales, encouraging them to book their next fundraiser. The possibilities are endless, and the results are powerful! 💪🏼

🎉 Welcome aboard, Meghan Anderson! Meghan joins DonationScout with seventeen-years of restaurant marketing experience including several years managing local store marketing efforts for multi-unit, national concepts. Meghan also happens to be a DonationScout power-user and will play a critical role in helping our restaurant partners maximize the success of their community partnership initiatives. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have her on the team and are confident that her expertise will further fuel our mission to help restaurants succeed by building stronger community connections. Welcome, Meghan!

School's back in session but it's still summer over here at DonationScout. That means one thing... The Summer of Solutions continues! 🌴🏄🏼♂️😎 📢INTRODUCING: Multi-day Event Types At DonationScout, we understand that every restaurant and community partner has unique needs, which is why we empower operators to customize their fundraiser event types. Whether it’s a one-day Spirit Night or a multi-day breakfast fundraiser, like the one we’re showcasing here, DonationScout allows for seamless, tailored event setups. This flexibility enhances your restaurant's ability to meet the community where they are and maximizes the impact of their fundraising efforts, fostering deeper community relationships and driving more incremental sales. Book a demo to learn more https://lnkd.in/gEH6bfJr

DonationScout is a proud sponsor of The Restaurant Catering Workshop 2024. Sign up for #RCWorkshop today and join us there! https://lnkd.in/gHZM2eu3 Wondering what restaurant fundraisers have to do with catering? It's sales 101 really...converting current customers is among the quickest paths to a sale, and fundraisers and other community marketing programs can provide a ton of great catering leads. Fundraisers are also a great way to start a conversation with a prospective catering customer, especially schools, hospitals and other non profits. I look forward to sharing more great tips and best practices at the workshop!

Hi everyone ... hope you are enjoying the weekend. Just dropping some thoughts here today about catering. Driving #catering sales requires a consistent commitment to community. At our upcoming restaurant catering workshop in Denver on October 15-16, 2024, one of our sessions will be all about strategies for driving more B2B sales. In comes Charley Donaldson and his team at Donation Scout. DonationScout is revolutionizing restaurant fundraisers by streamlining the entire process, saving valuable time and effort for all stakeholders. Say goodbye to administrative burdens and welcome a seamless program that not only aligns with your brand standards and operational nuances, but also creates a better experience for your fundraising partners. Register here for our workshop and take some time out to meet Charley Donaldson and his team. https://lnkd.in/gajFAWV6 https://lnkd.in/gAfhgryP

Happy Birthday, Scout! She’s more than just Jack Arnold’s dog—she’s the inspiration behind our company’s name. Before DonationScout a company, it was just an idea full of potential, but without a name to call its own. We knew we were onto something big, something that could revolutionize the way restaurants manage their community fundraiser programs. But as with all great ideas, there was one major hurdle: finding the perfect name. Weeks went by, and every name we brainstormed just didn’t quite capture the essence of what we wanted to create. We needed something that reflected our mission, resonated with our future customers, and had a story behind it. That’s when Scout unknowingly stepped in to save the day. One evening, as we sat around the table pitching ideas, Scout trotted into the room, her tail wagging with enthusiasm. It was in that moment of light-heartedness and warmth that it clicked—Scout embodied everything we wanted our company to stand for: loyalty, trust, and a sense of community. She was the perfect namesake for our venture. And just like that, DonationScout was born. Scout’s name became a symbol of our commitment to helping restaurants navigate and grow their community partnership efforts with the same loyalty and care that she shows Jack and his family every day. So here’s to Scout—our unofficial cofounder and the true inspiration behind our name. She may not know it, but she’s played a vital role in shaping the heart and soul of DonationScout.

📢New Partner Alert: Welcome Bertucci's and Earl Enterprises! We are beyond exited that you chose DonationScout to power your Dining for Dollars Fundraising Program. Let's go! https://lnkd.in/gH_JZBgd

🎉Congratulations to FAT Brands Inc. for launching their portfolio-wide fundraiser program, powered by DonationScout.💡 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gBXaYGM3 fundraising.fatburger.com https://lnkd.in/gsigqXr5 https://lnkd.in/gcckpGb7 https://lnkd.in/gf6RmzRj fundraising.buffalos.com https://lnkd.in/gX5ce_Q4 https://lnkd.in/gU7Ddem4 https://lnkd.in/gadyWEz9 fundraising.marbleslab.com https://lnkd.in/gadyWEz9 https://lnkd.in/gJXzK77U fundraising.fazolis.com https://lnkd.in/gzYHzPxV

Great job Smokey Bones! Capitalizing on the synergistic relationship between catering and community fundraiser programs is not only a no-brainer, it's REALLY easy to do! #catering #LSM #localstoremarketing #restaurantfundraisers #restaurantmarketing #restauranttech