FAQs

100% of all profits go directly to supporting the nonprofits. By shopping at the fair, you are directly helping fund all the wonderful work that they do, and receiving an amazing gift to give at the same time. 

Absolutely! We depend on incredible volunteers to keep the fair running. Volunteer tasks include assisting with setup and breakdown, selling items from the bake sale and greeting shoppers as they arrive. Volunteer sign up will open about a month before the fair. Keep an eye on our Volunteer page for more information.  

Yes! Each supporting congregation collects bake sale items.  You can drop your items off at one of the congregations the week of the fair.  Or, you can send an email to alternativegiftfair2021@gmail.com to coordinate delivery of baked goods.  Gluten-free items are always needed in addition to your favorite treats!

Each vendor collects payment for the items you buy from them.  Many vendors accept credit cards and digital wallets.  However, some vendors only accept cash for check, so it,s a good idea to bring these with you, too.