Local business Cranberry Collective launched a unique kind of fundraiser earlier in April, and owner Christine Keck is feeling great about the response she’s received so far.
Cranberry Collective has partnered with an Alberta-based mystery box company Parcel & Vine to put together curated Mystery Boxes full of handmade products, and Keck is donating a portion of the sales to the Moose Jaw Humane Society.
The Mystery Boxes come in three sizes — $50, $75, $105 — and features maker products from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Keck couldn’t reveal what products are inside each box — so as not to ruin the mystery — but promised that each size features something different and exciting.
“Not only are you supporting the Humane Society, but you're also kind of supporting these small makers too when you purchase a box, so that's kind of a bonus as well,” said Keck.
Cranberry Collective is donating $10 from the sale of every box to the Humane Society and is offering pick up or local delivery in the city, as well as shipping options for those outside of Moose Jaw interested in snagging a box.
Keck wanted to lend the Humane Society a hand, as they had to cancel their April fundraiser due to the pandemic, and the organization means a lot to her and her adopted pup Gertie — who came from the Humane Society.
“You're hearing a lot in the news about businesses that are struggling and stuff, but the same goes for non-profits,” said Keck. “[And] it's an organization that's pretty close to my heart.”
The Mystery Boxes have already had plenty of interest, said Keck, and so has the giveaway contest she launched in tandem with the fundraiser.
Cranberry Collective purchased a Mystery Box to give to a local frontline worker, selected randomly from Facebook nominations on May 1.
But, after the giveaway launched, Keck had four other individuals ask if they could purchase a Mystery Box to add to the giveaway.
“So, we actually have five boxes to give away now,” said Keck. “So, I think that’s pretty darn cool.”
Cranberry Collective’s Mystery Boxes are still available to purchase until April 30 and will be ready to ship and deliver by May 15. They can be purchased online from Cranberry Collective’s website or by calling the store at 1 (306) 693-7779.
