Why Schools Love Gift Wrap Fundraisers

Why your school should consider selling wrapping paper.

Although gift bags and gift cards are ubiquitous in today's society, wrapping presents is a long-standing tradition that continues to be popular. People use it for many occasions, including birthdays, holidays, and other celebrations.

It's no secret that many elementary schools choose gift wrap fundraisers year after year. Organizations raise millions of dollars selling roll wrap, an annual tradition during the fall season.

Here are a few reasons why groups love it as a money maker.

Is it Fundraising Time Again?

Here comes the neighborhood child with the fall shopper. Many schools have their sale around the same time every year. As a result, supporters in the community plan their gift wrap buying around it. Since roll wrap is disposable, many depend on replenishing their supply from the previous year. Plus, deliveries usually go smoothly since wrapping paper isn't breakable, and there are no temperature concerns.

Better Quality Gift Wrap

Nothing is more frustrating than buying cheap roll wrap that tears easily. The quality of wrapping paper is mainly determined by its weight and thickness. Most people prefer a thicker wrap because it's less apt to tear. If you visit a retail store, you'll discover they use a 38-pound lightweight paper. On the other hand, the wrap found in most fall shoppers is the 60-pound paper, which is much heavier. The look and design quality is also better.

Greater Wrapping Paper Selection

People love to give gifts to their friends and loved ones. So, they must be able to pick out the desired style and color. Customers purchase gift wraps for many reasons, such as Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. It's essential to have a wide selection of designs like traditional, youth, holidays, upscale, and every day, which most fundraising shoppers have. People can buy it without leaving their homes, and they don't have to pay for shipping. Best of all, they are supporting their local school.

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Author Bio

Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. He’s helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars. Clay is an owner and partner at Big Fundraising Ideas.