Tired of selling the same old chocolate bars and wrapping paper? Discover how schools across America are **raising 3-5X more money** with UV printed merchandise that flies off the tables at every fundraiser. 

## **Why UV Printed Merch Dominates School Fundraisers**

Traditional fundraisers struggle with:

- Low profit margins (often <30%)

- Generic products nobody wants

- Shipping delays and inventory issues

UV printing solves these problems by enabling:

🔥 **Ultra-personalized items** (with student artwork/names)

🔥 **Higher perceived value** (premium finishes)

🔥 **On-demand production** (zero inventory risk)

🔥 **75-85% profit margins** (vs 20-30% for cookie dough)

## **5 Best-Selling UV Printed Fundraiser Items**

1. **Custom Phone Grips**  

   - Cost: $0.85 to produce  

   - Sell for: $12-$15  

   - Why they work: Every student wants one with their name/design  

2. **Personalized Water Bottles**  

   - Cost: $3.50 (blank stainless steel)  

   - Sell for: $25-$30  

   - UV advantage: Print vibrant designs that won't fade  

3. **School Spirit Keychains**  

   - Cost: $0.60 (acrylic blanks)  

   - Sell for: $8-$10  

   - Pro tip: Add glow-in-the-dark UV effects  

4. **Customized Notebooks**  

   - Cost: $2.20 (hardcover blank)  

   - Sell for: $18-$22  

   - Secret weapon: Let buyers choose their own cover design  

5. **Personalized Wooden Pencils**  

   - Cost: $0.30 each  

   - Sell for: $5 (set of 3)  

   - UV magic: Print names/designs that won't rub off  

## **The UV Printing Fundraiser Blueprint**

**Step 1: The Pre-Sell Model**  

- Collect orders and payments FIRST  

- Print only what's sold (zero waste)  

- Use sample products to showcase quality  

**Step 2: Student Involvement = More Sales**  

- Have art classes design the graphics  

- Let clubs/sports teams create their own variants  

- Offer "design your own" options for premium pricing  

**Step 3: Strategic Pricing**  

- Always bundle (e.g., keychain + sticker for $15)  

- Offer VIP packages (e.g., "Back to School Bundle")  

- Use "limited edition" seasonal designs  

**Step 4: Turbocharged Marketing**  

- Social media "design preview" teasers  

- Teacher/staff endorsements  

- "Order by" deadlines to create urgency  

## **Real Results: Case Studies**

**Jefferson Middle School (OH)**  

- Replaced their candy fundraiser with UV printed items  

- Raised $18,700 (vs $4,200 the previous year)  

- Best seller: Customized acrylic bookmarks ($1.10 cost, sold for $8)  

**Maplewood High (CA)**  

- Created "Senior Legacy" UV printed water bottles  

- Sold 1,200 units in 3 days  

- Generated $28,000 profit for their grad night  

## **Getting Started Checklist**

✓ Find a local UV printer (or invest in a small machine)  

✓ Choose 3-5 high-margin products to test  

✓ Set up pre-order forms (Google Forms works)  

✓ Plan a 2-week sales push with daily updates  

✓ Offer incentives for top-selling students  

## **Why This Works Every Time**

1. **Novelty Factor** - Unlike tired fundraisers, UV merch feels fresh  

2. **Emotional Connection** - Personalized items get kept forever  

3. **Visual Appeal** - UV prints look more valuable than they cost  

4. **Social Proof** - When one student gets one, everyone wants one  

**Pro Tip:** Partner with your school's graphic design program to create the artwork - it becomes an educational project AND fundraiser!

## **The Future of School Fundraising**

Schools using UV printing are discovering:

- Ability to run multiple fundraisers per year (different designs)  

- Alumni love buying nostalgic school merch  

- Corporate sponsors will pay to have their logo included  

**Bottom Line:** UV printed merchandise represents the next evolution in school fundraising - higher profits, less work, and products people actually want. Your PTA will thank you!  

*"We made more money in one UV merch fundraiser than we did all last year combined. And we didn't have to store or deliver anything until after we had the money!"*  

- Lisa Chen, PTA President, Roosevelt Elementary  

Ready to revolutionize your school's fundraising? Which UV product would your students go crazy for? Comment below! 🎒✨