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2007 Fundraising/Special Event Vendors

 

 


 

 

 

Vendor Coordinator Service
NAME Kiosk Connections
CONTACT Sharon O’Rourke
ADDRESS P.O. Box 541135, Waltham, MA 02454-1135
PHONE 781-254-2320
EMAIL info@kioskconnections.com
WEBSITE www.kioskconnections.com
DESCRIPTION Kiosk Connections qualifies and schedules a variety of retail vendors to market their products at your location. They develop and manage the vendor program for your company to make your fundraising easy, consistent and convenient. Please contact the vendor for more information.

 

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Food Vendors
NAME ButterBraid
CONTACT Steve and Janis Moser
ADDRESS MCM Fundraising, Inc. 112A Main St., Broadbrook, CT 06016
PHONE 888-774-5889 or 860-870-8854
EMAIL smoser@mcmfundraising.com
WEBSITE www.butterbraid.com
DESCRIPTION This vendor provides ButterBraid pastry, Omar coffee and cookie dough for fundraising events, 42%-45% of sales go to the United Way Campaign. They do not participate in vendor fairs, only fundraising.

 

NAME Munson’s Chocolates
CONTACT Jim Florence
ADDRESS Route 6, P.O. Box 9217, Bolton, CT 06043
PHONE 860-649-4332
EMAIL  
WEBSITE www.munsonchocolates.com
DESCRIPTION They carry an assortment of candy, nuts and novelty items, up to 50% goes towards your campaign and they will participate in vendor fairs or strictly fundraising.

 

 

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Book & Toy Vendors
NAME Books are Fun!
CONTACT Doug & Carol Avery
ADDRESS 91 Blair Road, Willington, CT 06279
PHONE 860-684-5360
EMAIL Douglas_Avery@booksarefun.com
WEBSITE www.booksarefun.com
DESCRIPTION This vendor offers a variety of discounted books and gifts at 40-70% off retail prices. They donate 10% of the sales to your campaign and are willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

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Jewelry Vendors
NAME D’s Jewelers
CONTACT Geraldine (Dee) Villa
ADDRESS 66 Cross Creek Drive, Kensington, CT 06037
PHONE  
EMAIL Gvilla321@aol.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Large selection of unique 14kt and Sterling Silver/Marcasite jewelry at affordable prices. Vendor will donate between 15%-20% to your campaign and is willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME Designs by Diana
CONTACT Diana & Peter Burnham
ADDRESS 14 Ensign St., Manchester, CT 06040
PHONE 860-649-1812
EMAIL Designsbydiana@cox.net
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Irish and Celtic jewelry, diachronic glass, sterling silver gemstone jewelry; matching earring and necklace sets as well as rings and bracelets. They will donate 20% of the sales to your campaign. They prefer to be the only vendor and will require 3 tables to accommodate all of the merchandise.

 

NAME Jessica Designs
CONTACT Jessica Lynn
ADDRESS 111A Prospect St., Hartford, CT 06103
PHONE 860-478-1261
EMAIL jessicasjewelry@aol.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Original handmade jewelry featuring an eclectic collection of semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, glass and ceramic beads. She will donate up to 20% of sales to your campaign and is available for individual sales or vendor fairs.

 

NAME Limited Editions Designer Inspired Jewelry
CONTACT Sandra Gales
ADDRESS P.O. Box 20, Farmington, CT 06034-0020
PHONE 860-677-9225
EMAIL sandi@limitedshop.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION The Look of Real” designer inspired jewelry. This vendor will donate 20% of sales to the campaign and is willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME Priceless Jewelry
CONTACT Janet Britton
ADDRESS 72 Indian Meadow, New Hartford, CT 06057
PHONE 860-693-6833
EMAIL Janbritton@yahoo.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION This vendor carries sterling silver, 14K and 10K gold jewelry; as well as Anne Klein watches. Prices range from $5 -$850. She is willing to donate 20% of sales to the campaign and is willing to participate in vendor sales, but will require 5-6 tables for her display.

 

NAME Sparkle
CONTACT Tracy Claire
ADDRESS  
PHONE 860-916-3458 or 860-677-7314
EMAIL tracymcclu@aol.com
WEBSITE www.sparklejewelry.net
DESCRIPTION Designer inspired, classic bohemian jewelry. Sparkle balls, 8,000 rings, head bands and natural stone jewelry. Prices range from $5 - $30, plus buy 2 and get the third for 50% off. Vendor will donate 20% of sales and is available for vendor fairs.

 

NAME Time & Place
CONTACT Thomas & Angelina Manely
ADDRESS  
PHONE 203-612-0594
EMAIL  
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Big selection of ladies & men’s watches, small leather wallets and vintage jewelry. A large selection of platinum, sterling and 24k gold filled jewelry available as well. Prices range from $8 - $50. Vendor will donate 20% of sales to your campaign and is willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME Winning Designs
CONTACT Chuck Winn
ADDRESS 23 Old Quarry Rd., Woodbridge, CT 06525
PHONE 203-393-3560/203-619-1942
EMAIL chuckwinn@hotmail.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Beautiful sterling silver jewelry with semi precious stones, earrings, rings, pendants and bracelets. Handmade and affordable. This vendor is willing to donate 20% of sales to your campaign and participate in vendor fairs.

 

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Home Décor, Gift and Candle Vendors
NAME A1 Home Décor
CONTACT Elaine Schwartz
ADDRESS 347 Butterball Lane, Glastonbury, CT 06033
PHONE 860-657-4280
EMAIL Ela999@aol.com
WEBSITE www.A1homedecormall.com
DESCRIPTION Throws, pillows, wall hangings, rugs, placemats; plus Christmas items include tree skirts, stockings and more. Prices range from $1 - $70. The vendor will donate 20% of sales to your campaign and are willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME Accessories & More
CONTACT Gwen Drummond
ADDRESS 4-A Joseph Street, East Hartford, CT 06108
PHONE 860-528-2798
EMAIL drummondgd@aol.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Hand Beaded Tops imported from Italy, Ponchos, Shawls, Cruise Wear, Scarves and beaded dress bags. A unique line of clothing any woman would be proud to wear. This vendor will donate 20% to your campaign and is willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME At Home America
CONTACT Jennifer Gailey
ADDRESS 30 Birchwood Dr., New Milford, CT 06776
PHONE 860-248-9764
EMAIL jgailathome@yahoo.com
WEBSITE www.athome.com/jgailey
DESCRIPTION Over 500 items, 70% of those under $30 and over 90% under $50. Home décor, gift ideas, baskets, pottery, quilts and accent furniture. This vendor is willing to donate 20-25% of sales to your campaign and participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME Blossoms & Co.
CONTACT Desiree Catuccio
ADDRESS P.O. Box 566, Milldale, CT 06467
PHONE 860-426-1604
EMAIL blossomsandco@mac.com
WEBSITE www.blossomsandco.com
DESCRIPTION Handpainted items for all occasions. Prices range from $2 - $30. This vendor will donate 20% of sales to your campaign and is willing to participate in vendor fairs.

 

NAME The Bath & Beauty Collection
CONTACT Doug & Carol Avery
ADDRESS 91 Blair Road, Willington, CT 06279
PHONE 860-684-5360
EMAIL douglas_avery@booksarefun.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Luxurious bath and body products such as lotions, shower gels, bath oils, misters, body butters and more! Vendor will donate 10 % of sales will go to your campaign. Please contact the vendor for more information. This is a division of Books are Fun!

 

NAME Frame Designs
CONTACT Sheryl Haraghey
ADDRESS 1720 Ellington Road, South Windsor, CT 06074
PHONE 860-648-2112 or 860-508-7185
EMAIL framedes@aol.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Hand painted pumpkins and fall decorations. Prices range from $4 - $20. Vendor will donate 10% of sales to your campaign and they are willing to participate in a vendor fair.

 

NAME Home Interiors & Gifts
CONTACT Glenda Copes Reed
ADDRESS 320 Mercer Lane, Windsor, CT 06095
PHONE 860-298-9900
EMAIL gwmreed@aol.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Home accessories, candles, figurines, statuettes, florals & greenery, mirrors, pictures, plaques, wall accessories, clocks, sconces, tabletop & floor accessories and tableware. This vendor will donate 20% of the sales and is willing to participate in a vendor fair.

 

NAME The Global Gecko
CONTACT Judy Derench
ADDRESS 8 Wildwood Drive, Niantic, CT 06357
PHONE 860-712-7564 (cell) 860-691-1756 (h)
EMAIL theglobalgecko@sbcglobal.net
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Unique one-of-a-kind woodcarvings made from fallen tree branches & burls. From whimsical moose to wild mushrooms, each piece is hand-crafted individually. Vendor will donate 20% of sales or booth fee and is willing to participate in fairs.

 

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Miscellaneous Vendors
NAME cMarket
CONTACT  
ADDRESS 125 Cambridge Park Drive, Cambridge, MA 02140
PHONE 616-621-1000
EMAIL  
WEBSITE www.cmarket.com
DESCRIPTION cMarket is the leading provider of online fundraising auction services and the preferred vendor of online auction services for the United Way. For more information please speak with an auction expert.

 

NAME Caricatures by Dougal
CONTACT Bill Dougal & Dori Czaja
ADDRESS 243 Tobacco Street, Lebanon, CT 06249
PHONE 860-456-9041
EMAIL bill@dougalart.com
WEBSITE www.dougalart.com
DESCRIPTION This vendor offers custom caricatures and would be a great addition to any vendor fair or company event that you might be holding. They offer a mail order fundraiser or you can hire an artist to draw at your event. Contact vendor for more information.

 

NAME Classic Design, LLC.
CONTACT Jessica Jones
ADDRESS 19 Hearthstone Lane, Wilton, CT 06897
PHONE 203-434-5055
EMAIL jessicajones@optonline.net
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Gallery style framed & matted artwork, including sports memorabilia. Prices range from $35 - $90. Contact vendor directly.

 

NAME Hartford Marathon
CONTACT Beth Shluger
ADDRESS 140 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury, CT 06033
PHONE 860-652-8866
EMAIL beth@hartfordmarathon.com
WEBSITE www.hartfordmarathon.com
DESCRIPTION Runners participate in the Hartford Marathon and raise funds for the Community Campaign. Participate in the 5K team challenge or in the Marathon’s “Run Free for Charity” Program (donating $250 or more to the campaign.) The vendor is willing to participate at vendor fairs and provide literature and consultation on the beginning of a fitness program.

 

NAME Husky Wear LLC
CONTACT Scott Yeager
ADDRESS 45 Industrial Park Road West, Tolland, CT 06084
PHONE 860-872-2900
EMAIL support@huskywear.com
WEBSITE www.huskywear.com
DESCRIPTION Officially licensed UCONN Huskies apparel and accessories. The vendor will donate 20% of the sales to your campaign. Contact the vendor for fair participation.

 

NAME Phoenix Specialties
CONTACT Bob Hadfield
ADDRESS  
PHONE 860-827-1579
EMAIL hotbird@comcast.net
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Imprinted and engraved promotional products/gifts. Screen printing and embroidered clothing with United Way or Company logo. Vendor will donate 10% of sales to your campaign. Contact vendor directly for more information.

 

NAME Rock Cats
CONTACT Courtney Lawson
ADDRESS P.O. Box 1718, New Britain, CT 06050
PHONE 860-224-8383
EMAIL clawson@rockcats.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION Ticket fundraisers for their games & donations for raffles, auctions, etc.. Contact the vendor for more information.

 

NAME The United Way Store
CONTACT  
ADDRESS 3680 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304
PHONE 1-800-772-0008
EMAIL customerservice@sales-service.com
WEBSITE www.unitedwaystore.com
DESCRIPTION United Way gifts, incentives, awards and fundraising supplies. Wholly owned subsidiary of the United Way of America.

 

NAME USA Florist
CONTACT Peter Gold
ADDRESS  
PHONE 860-674-1500
EMAIL peter_gold@goldorluk.com
WEBSITE  
DESCRIPTION By joining the program your employees and their family members will automatically save 10% on each purchase and an additional 10% of the purchase value will go to your United Way Community Campaign. Please contact the vendor for more information.

 

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