Magazines
How do we get started?
Simply give us a call at 1-800-969-1255. It takes about 15 minutes to set up your fundraiser.
How much do customers pay for each magazine subscription?
Prices start as low as $6.00! The average price is $20.00 which is less than the news stand price!
Can we offer the magazine subscriptions at a different price?
No, the magazine subscription prices are set based on the subscription chosen.
What is our profit?
Profit can reach up to 45%. Your profit is based on the total number of subscriptions sold. The more subscriptions sold, the higher the profit percentage.
*See estimated profit calculator.
Is there any start up cost?
Yes, we have a minimum order of 100 magazine subscriptions.
Is there a minimum order?
Yes, we have a minimum order of 100 magazine subscriptions.
What payment methods are available and which do you suggest?
a) Pre-pay - participants collect payments with orders
b) Post pay (Pay later) - participants submit orders and API/Hearst invoices the customer. When consumer pays, you receive profit.
We suggest the pre-pay method because the dollar amount you earn is higher because up to 30% of the pay later subscriptions are never paid for. Plus, with post pay, there is a $1.50 processing fee per subscription.
Are there shipping or any other fees?
If pre-pay is used, there are no fees and shipping is FREE!
Do you offer online ordering?
Yes, online ordering is available via our website, at www.aspirefundraising.com.
What do we do if we don't sell 100 subscriptions?
100 subscriptions on average are easy to sell. If there is trouble meeting the minimum requirements, we suggest extending your fund raiser time line to allow your participants to reach more people. Otherwise, you will need to cancel the fund raiser.
Do we have to pay for the subscriptions upfront?
No, terms are offered with approved credit or a school district purchase order numbers.
Can we use another fundraising catalog with the magazine programs fundraiser?
Yes, please ask your Aspire Representative for details.
If we use another brochure with a magazine program, will the minimums or profit structure change?
Yes, there is a possibility that the minimums and / or profit structure may change. Please ask your Aspire Representative for details.
How long do you suggest we run the fund raiser?
Normally we suggest 2 weeks with a minimum of 2 week-ends in that time period.
How long will it take to receive these subscriptions?
On average, customers receive their subscriptions in about 6 to 12 weeks from the time we receive the orders.
Do you offer a complete "Step-by-Step" guide to help ensure everything goes smoothly?
Yes, our "Step-by-Step guide will walk you through every step from ordering to invoice!
Do you offer an incentive program?
Yes, we do offer incentives based on the program utilized. Please ask your Aspire Representative for details.
Do you offer a Parent Letter?
We offer a Parent Letter Template that you can customize and print to promote your fund raiser!
Do you offer other options for magazine fundraisers?
Yes, we call it the subscriptions Network Program. Student submits names and address for potential customers in an easy to use booklet, then API/Hearst sends a mailing to those potential customers and your group will receive profit for any subscription(s) ordered
