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Mrs. Vitale from Ruffs Dale PA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Yough Intermediate Popcorn Entrepreneurs

Help me give my students an opportunity for a small business venture! We would like to have a popcorn store to support our field trip fund. This will ease the cost burden for our students and their families.

  • 7 donors
  • $83 still needed

expires Jun 27

  • 7 donors
  • $83 still needed
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Business Plan: YIMS Popcorn Ventures

Executive Summary:

YIMS Popcorn Ventures is a student-led business initiative combining entrepreneurship, profit generation, popcorn sales, customer service, buying and selling, community service, and a commitment to supporting the fifth-grade field trip.

1. Business Description:

Product: Popcorn in various flavors.

Target Market: Students, teachers, and parents within YIMS.

2. Entrepreneurship Education:

Curriculum Integration: Incorporate entrepreneurship lessons into the business plan, teaching students about business concepts, marketing, finance, and teamwork.

Student Roles: Assign specific roles such as CEO, CFO, Marketing Manager, and Sales Representatives to provide hands-on experience.

3. Profit Generation:

Pricing Strategy: Set competitive yet profitable prices to ensure sustainability.

Revenue Streams: Allocate a portion of profits to support the fifth-grade field trip fund.

4. Popcorn Sales:

Product Variety: Offer a range of popcorn flavors, including classic butter, caramel, and unique seasonal flavors.

Sales Channels: Establish a presence in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and online platforms.

5. Buying and Selling:

Sourcing: Identify reliable popcorn suppliers to ensure a consistent and quality product.

Inventory Management: Teach students about inventory control, tracking sales, and managing stock levels.

6. Community Service:

Social Responsibility: Allocate a percentage of profits to support the fifth-grade field trip fund.

Involvement: Encourage students to actively participate in community service events to strengthen ties with the community.

7. Financial Plan:

Budgeting: Introduce basic financial concepts, including budgeting and financial planning.

Tracking: Teach students to keep accurate financial records, tracking income, expenses, and profits, with a dedicated section for the field trip fund.

By combining practical business experience with educational components and community involvement, YIMS Popcorn Ventures aims to empower students with essential life skills, contribute to the community, and support the fifth-grade field trip.

Mrs. Vitale
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ClosetMaid Pantry Cabinet Cupboard with 2 Doors Adjustable Shelves, Standing, Storage for Kitchen, Laundry or Utility Room, Dark Cherry • Amazon Business $131.85 1 $131.85
YITAHOME Kitchen Island with Storage, Kitchen Cart for Home, Rolling Serving Utility Trolley Cart on Wheel with 3 Drawers and 3 Storage Shelves, Kitchen Serving Cart for Dining Room, Bar, Black • Amazon Business $89.37 1 $89.37
Trademark Global? Stalwart? 8" Key Lock Cash Box With Coin Tray; Red • Quill.com $15.29 1 $15.29

Materials cost

$236.51

Vendor shipping charges

 $19.98

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$290.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$51.18

Total project goal

$341.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $341.22

1 Donor

-$250.00

Donations toward project cost

-$220.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $82.40

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