Creative Fundraising Programs

At Original Works, we were the first company to develop school-based fundraising programs that focused on the creativity and artistic expression of each and every child.

Since our inception in 1989, our Original and See Before You Buy programs have offered successful fundraising ideas for kids!  Our programs have been run by thousands of schools across the country, raising millions of dollars for numerous school programs and activities. The addition of our Tile Wall program took the concept in a new direction, by allowing students to memorialize their artistic creations in a permanent wall display, while also providing a unique way for the school to underwrite beneficial school programs or capital improvements.

Call (800) 421-0020 today, or contact us online  for more information on creating a fundraising program for your school, church or civic group.

FIRST OF THREE GREAT SCHOOL FUNDRAISING IDEAS: THE ORIGINAL PROGRAM  (OP)

The Original Program was the very first of the fundraising programs developed by Original Works. The artwork is created in class. The teacher may use one of their own lesson plans or we will supply appropriate lesson plans (some of which are designed to be completed in just one class session) free of charge.

Once the artwork is completed, the school/organization assembles an Artwork Package for each student. This package includes the artwork, order form, full color brochure and a customized letter describing the program.

The Artwork Packages are sent home for ordering. Parents/families wishing to purchase items showcasing their child’s very own artwork complete the order form and return it with their payment and the original artwork. Since all products are pre-purchased and completely customized, no up front inventory or door-to-door selling is required.

The Original Program takes approximately 4 weeks to complete.

SEE BEFORE YOU BUY (SBYB): A TWIST ON OUR ORIGINAL  ELEMENTARY  ART FUNDRAISER:

In the See Before You Buy (SBYB) Program, the artwork is also created in class. The teacher may use one of their own lesson plans, or we will supply appropriate lesson plans (some of which are designed to be completed in just one class session) free of charge.

Once the artwork is completed, it is sent to us for production of a custom, full color, 4″ x 5″ preview magnet. A magnet is made for each piece of artwork submitted.  Within two weeks we will send a Magnet Package to the school for each participant. The Magnet Package contains the preview magnet, product brochure, order form and a customized program letter.

Families may purchase the preview magnet, return it with no obligation and/or purchase any of the other items offered. This step allows the students and families to see first hand the quality of the reproduction before they make their selections. The families complete the order form and return it to the school or organization with their payment. Within three weeks the completed products are delivered to the school ready for distribution.

The SBYB Program takes 6-7 weeks to complete.

TILE WALLS: A UNIQUE ELEMENTARY ART FUNDRAISER!

This program provides the school or organization with the opportunity to order full color ceramic tiles featuring student’s original artwork.  These tiles can then be permanently installed on an interior wall at the school.
As with the Original Works Art Program, children participating in the Tile Wall program produce their own piece of unique artwork in class. The artwork is then sent to us, where we create a stunning, high gloss 6″ x 8″ or 4 1/4″ x 4 1/4″ tile featuring each child’s artwork. All tiles are sold at a wholesale price. They are then offered to the parents or children at a price you determine.

If run as fundraising programs, profit margins of 50% or more are not uncommon. What a wonderful way to celebrate children’s artwork, create a truly one-of-a-kind wall, and raise needed funds all at the same time.