A simple no-risk fundraiser with a-peel

We guarantee the highest quality and freshest fruit possible to your door because our fruit is grower direct. Your order is picked, packed and delivered directly to your organization.

How it works

The Halifax Citrus Fundraising Program is a simple two week sales campaign.

Order forms are distributed or emailed, among fundraisers and forwarded to their group contacts by email or in person.

Orders must be submitted to the Halifax Citrus Company by a set deadline at which point the fruit order is placed. The fruit is delivered to the organization three weeks following the final day of the campaign.

Benefits

No minimums

There is no minimum (or maximum) number of cases to purchase from us or to sell.

High return

On average, organizations net $10 per case and $7-$9, per half case. Our trucks can carry 1200 cases; for a potential profit of $12,000 or more for your organization.

Zero risk

Your organization is invoiced upon delivery only for the number of cases sold.

Healthy choice

Rich in fibre, antioxidants and nutrients, a serving or two of citrus fruits daily can improve everything from digestive health to brain function.

Our Fruit

Our fruit has a long shelf life since the fruit is picked, packed and to your door in a short period of time. The minimum shelf life is generally 3-4 weeks.

Navel Oranges

Sweet, juicy and seedless. Sourced fresh from California.

Packed: 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80 or 88 per box*

Minneola Tangelos

Hybrid cross between a Grapefruit and a Tangerine. Sourced fresh from California.

Packed: 64, 80, 100 or 125 per box*

Indian River Ruby Red Grapefruit

Sweet, juicy, pink and virtually seedless. Sourced fresh from Florida.

Packed: 32, 36, 40 or 48 per box*

*The fruit comes in various sizes with each box containing one size. Boxes are not sold by size of fruit. The larger the quantity in the box the smaller the fruit. Sizes of oranges depend on whether they are sourced from Florida or California.

  • Additional Information (Click to expand)
    1. There are 1000-1200 cases per truck. On each truck there may be orders for up to 1 to 10 groups.
    2. There is no minimum or maximum to buy. Any fruit ordered will be delivered and profit received.
    3. This is a no risk fund raiser. The fruit is presold and other cases will be given by HCC in case of any spoilage (Usually these cases over compensate for spoilage).
    4. Invoicing will take place after the sale and the customer is completely satisfied with the sale.
    5. If you have any questions or concerns in the midst of a sale Seamus Byrne is available 24/7 to assist you in any way possible.

Navel Oranges

Sweet, juicy and seedless. Sourced fresh from Florida.

Packed: 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80 or 88 per box*

Indian River Ruby Red Grapefruit

Sweet, juicy, pink and virtually seedless. Sourced fresh from Florida.

Packed: 32, 36, 40 or 48 per box*

Orlando Tangelos

Hybrid cross between a Grapefruit and a Tangerine. Sourced fresh from Florida.

Packed: 64, 80, 100 or 125 per box*

*The fruit comes in various sizes with each box containing one size. Boxes are not sold by size of fruit. The larger the quantity in the box the smaller the fruit. Sizes of oranges depend on whether they are sourced from Florida or California.

  • Additional Information (Click to expand)
    1. There are 1000-1200 cases per truck. On each truck there may be orders for up to 1 to 10 groups.
    2. There is no minimum or maximum to buy. Any fruit ordered will be delivered and profit received.
    3. This is a no risk fund raiser. The fruit is presold and other cases will be given by HCC in case of any spoilage (Usually these cases over compensate for spoilage).
    4. Invoicing will take place after the sale and the customer is completely satisfied with the sale.
    5. If you have any questions or concerns in the midst of a sale Seamus Byrne is available 24/7 to assist you in any way possible.

Start a Campaign

Please fill out the form below and we will contact you within 2 business days to complete your groups registration and start your citrus fundraising campaign. You will receive more information and orders forms upon registration.

Start a Citrus Campaign

Contact #1

Contact #2

Seller Responsibilities:
  1. After completing this form, we will get you a quote for the market value of the citrus. Prices vary slightly from year to year based on supply and demand.
  2. The Price to the customer should give a minimum profit of $10.00 / large case (4/5 of a bushel, 40 pound case).
  3. Using the link we will provide to you, share the order forms using email, social media, TeamSnap, TeamLinkt, or print and use a hard copy.
  4. Plan to have a two week selling campaign. It will finish on a Friday three weeks before the date of the fruit arrival, allowing us enough time to process the orders.  Plan to delegate motivational and collecting jobs to other members/students, parents and teachers.
  5. Have at least three collection days during the two week selling period.

Our Story

At age 10, Halifax Citrus Fundraising founder Seamus Burne joined the Halifax Trojan Aquatic Club. That same year, Burne’s mother Joanne, accepted the role of fundraising coordinator for the team, assuming the responsibilities from a parent, whose swimmer had moved on to university.

In the previous year the swim used selling fruit as a fundraiser. The fundraiser was a success, but a mild one at best. The Aquatic club had only brought in a half truck of fruit, leaving the other half empty.

Joanne invited the Dartmouth Crusaders Swim Club to sell fruit in conjunction with the Halifax Trojan Aquatic Club in order to cut down on transportation expenses.

This initiative was a success and inspired Seamus to continue, founding the Halifax Citrus Fundraising company.

Over the past 30 years, the company has grown through word-of-mouth across many non-profit organizations. The distribution base ranges from Newfoundland to Windsor, Ontario; from high school bands to the Rotary Club.

Contact

If you have questions about the Halifax Citrus Company, or citrus fundraisers, please contact: campaign@halifaxcitrus.com