Barter Support for Non-Profits

Barter Support for Non-Profit Groups has never been greater. In today's economy, barter can play a bigger and better role than ever before. The reason is simple. As the dollar becomes more difficult to come by, Gifts-in-Kind become more desirable. Non-Profits need all of the financial help that they can get in order to sustain their programs. Barter for the non-profit can do some wonderful things. Most importantly, this can be accomplished without taking more dollars from donors' pockets.

The economic slowdown is fueled by a lack of money. This very reason creates a situation where the trading of goods is a natural way to make business happen. Since dollars are not required, trading makes donations less costly.

The non-profit problem

Lack of donations – People and business have fewer dollars. One of the first things to suffer is charitable giving. This is true across the country.

Increase need – As the economy slows, funding for government programs is slashed or eliminated. This places an even greater demand on the non-profit sector to pick up the slack.

Support of non-profits by individuals

While many people have fewer dollars their interest in non-profit programs is as great as ever. With barter, they are able to donate all kinds of goods and services. What the organization cannot use itself can be moved into the barter world where the non-profit will receive trade dollars. With trade dollars, the organization can purchase goods or service that it needs.

Support of non-profits by businesses

Many people who have been generous in their support of non-profits now find themselves in a financial position where they cannot maintain the same level of dollar support. They often have items that they are not able to sell at normal prices. In many cases, they are able to increase their giving.

Support of non-profits by business or individuals that do not regularly support the non-profit

Since there are many who have items that are not selling, giving these in lieu of cash becomes a desirable alternative.

Trade offers not only a great way to support the non-profit of your choice but provides a new opportunity for anyone with a product or service to donate. This in turn can mean even greater support for the non-profit.