Why Popcorn Fundraisers Beat Popular Cake Fundraisers Every Time!

Derrick Roberts
May 8
2 min read

If you've been exploring fundraising options for your school, team, or nonprofit, chances are you've encountered offers from well-known bakery chains. You know the kind — those perfectly frosted little cakes that come in individual servings or bundled in boxes. They're cute, they're trendy, and yes, they taste great.

But when it comes to raising money, running an efficient fundraiser, and actually getting your supporters excited to order — popcorn wins every time.

Here's why a Pop Around The Corner Popcorn Fundraiser is better than selling those little cakes from big-brand bakeries:

1. Higher Profit = Bigger Impact

With our program, your group keeps 50% of every sale—there are no setup fees, minimums, or hidden costs. That's double the margin you'll typically find with branded cake fundraisers, which often offer just 20–30% profit.

More money in your pocket means more uniforms, gear, travel, and opportunities for your group.

2. Shipped Nationwide or Picked Up Locally

PopcornFund.com makes it easy to fundraise from anywhere. Share your custom link and supporters can choose to:

Have their popcorn shipped directly to their door (anywhere in the U.S.)
Pick it up locally at our store in Denison, Texas

With some cake fundraisers, everything must be distributed in person or picked up within a short window. That creates stress for parents, coaches, and volunteers—but not with us.

3. Shelf-Stable and Guilt-Free

Unlike fresh cakes that need to be eaten quickly (or frozen immediately), our popcorn is made to order, sealed for freshness, and ready whenever they are.

Plus, popcorn feels lighter and more shareable than rich desserts. It's a snack people love to enjoy at school, work, or movie night — without the freezer space or sugar overload.

4. Handcrafted by Real People

Every bag of popcorn is popped, packed, and sealed by hand at Pop Around The Corner, our small-batch gourmet popcorn shop in Downtown Denison, TX.

We're not a factory line or a faceless brand — we're a local business that cares about helping your group succeed. That authenticity matters to supporters who want to shop small and support something meaningful.

5. More Variety = More Sales

Popcorn offers something for everyone:

Sweet (Caramel, Confetti, Cookies N Cream)
Savory (Cheesy Cheese, Dill Pickle, Kettle Corn)
Premium (Tuxedo, Pecans & Caramel, Cashews & Caramel)

Your supporters aren't choosing between "Chocolate" and "Vanilla" — they're building their own mix of favorites, which helps increase order sizes and return customers.

Ready to Pop into Fundraising That Works?

Skip the stress, freezer space, and tiny margins. With a Pop Around The Corner popcorn fundraiser, your group earns more, delivers faster, and gives supporters a snack they'll actually be excited to order (and reorder!).

Start your 14-day fundraiser today and keep 50% of every sale — no hassle, no fees, just popcorn that delivers.

👉 Click here to get started