FUNDRAISING – Printed products
Xmas4Schools The tracking system provided by Xmas4Schools gives each school access to their own unique portal, where they can view the progress of their order, from when artwork has been received and scanned, to when cards are printed and packed ready for delivery.
CASE STUDY
Chameleon Create Having previously focused on school leavers’ projects of mugs and autograph books, this year will be Chameleon Create’s fi rst foray into Christmas cards. The cards can be embossed with digital foiling for a creative fi nish.
‘Our Christmas card fundraiser is an annual activity – the staff and parents love that the cards are designed by the children, and we raise £350- £500 per year! The artwork forms and instructions are delivered within the fi rst two weeks of
term, and we take orders and payments from parents before half-term. We’ve always been impressed with the standard of the cards, and I’m pleased to say that the few queries we’ve had have been dealt with swiftly and effectively. Xmas4Schools are always a pleasure to deal with!’ Lisa Bishop, Lead Teaching Assistant, Ashford Prep School, Kent (1,017 pupils)
IQ Cards IQ Cards offers the best-value cards of the featured suppliers, without compromising on quality. Its simple-to-run system provides customer satisfaction, with a risk-free payment system where nothing is paid upfront.
CASE STUDY ‘We have used IQ cards for four years now, and usually make between £400 and £500! The children always love seeing their designs turned into good-quality cards. They complete their artwork at school, as sending home fi nished designs encourages parents to place an order. We advertise using the posters provided and send out ParentMail reminders to get the whole school involved. We’ve signed up again this year and will continue to use IQ Cards due to their great organisation and support. They make it an easy activity to run!’
Gill Bull, PTA Chair, St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, Frimley (430 pupils)
TOP TIPS Some art materials don’t reprint well. Metallic pens
and holographic paper won’t have the same effect when artwork is scanned – neither will pale pencils on white paper. Make sure designs are bold and clear.
If children have their hearts set on using materials like glitter or sequins, why not add them to your printed cards? It will make them even more special, and the children will enjoy having another chance to get creative.
Pupils’ siblings and children of staff can take part, too. Submit their designs along with those from the school.
There’s more to Christmas than cards! All of our featured suppliers produce other products, from mugs and gift wrap to calendars and shopping bags, so why not consider exploring the Christmas gift market?
‘Merry Christmas’ isn’t the only greeting available. Your pupils could design cards for Diwali or Hanukkah, or save the idea for Eid. If your favourite supplier doesn’t offer specifi c greetings for these occasions, leave the cards blank for the children to write their own message.
17 November Cut off for submitting artwork (check chosen company for exact date)
1 December Cards returned to school and distributed to parents to allow for postage
2 December Last date for international airmail to Africa and the Middle East
16 December Last date for international airmail to Europe. USA is 14 December
20 December Last posting date for UK fi rst class
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