Back to School, Back to Fundraising: Kick Off the Year Strong
Launching your fall fundraiser in August sets you up to raise more with less stress. With Charleston Wrap, schools get zero upfront costs, high profit margins, 100% online access, and direct-to-home shipping—so you can start fast and keep families happy.Why start your fundraiser in August?
- High participation — Families are tuned in and ready to help.
- More runway — Plan, promote, and sell before the holiday rush.
- Fund early, spend wisely — Secure budget for trips, clubs, and supplies now.
- Momentum — A strong kickoff builds engagement for the whole year.
Why schools choose Charleston Wrap
Charleston Wrap makes fundraising simple, profitable, and family-friendly—with beautiful gift wrap, personalized items, kitchen favorites, and holiday best-sellers.
- 100% online access — No paper forms or cash handling.
- Direct-to-home shipping — No sorting or distribution lines.
- Zero upfront costs & high profits — Keep more of what you raise.
- Easy digital tools — One-click sharing to boost participation.
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A simple 3-step launch (this week)
- Choose dates. Pick a 2–3 week window in August/September.
- Get your link. We’ll set up your group’s online storefront.
- Share everywhere. Email, text, and social templates make it easy.
Make this year your best yet
Back to school brings fresh energy and big plans. With Charleston Wrap, you’ll raise funds, build community, and start the year strong.
FAQs
When should we launch?
August is ideal. Engagement is high and you’ll avoid the holiday crunch.
How long should a sale run?
Most groups run 2–3 weeks for best participation.
How much can our school earn?
Profit varies by group size and promotion, but schools regularly see high margins with Charleston Wrap thanks to zero upfront costs and strong average order values.
Do families have to handle money or deliveries?
No. Orders are placed online and ship directly to each supporter’s home.
Is there a minimum to get started?
No minimums. Just pick dates and we’ll activate your store.
How do we promote it?
Use our ready-to-share emails, texts, and social posts to spread the word fast.
CALL OR CLICK TODAY TO LEARN MORE:
1-866-395-2926
Why Schools Choose Charleston Wrap
Charleston Wrap helps schools, PTOs, PTAs, sports teams, and organizations raise more with premium products, easy online ordering, direct shipping, and programs families actually enjoy participating in. With more than 2,500 products, built-in digital tools, and strong fundraising potential, Charleston Wrap is a trusted fundraising partner for schools, teams, and community groups nationwide.
Products Families Want
Tote bags, kitchen favorites, gourmet treats, personalized gifts, wrap, and seasonal collections supporters actually want to buy.
Easy Online Fundraising
Mobile-friendly shopping, easy sharing, and online payments simplify fundraising for organizers and families, including school and youth group fundraisers.
Direct Home Delivery
Our fundraising programs with home delivery ship orders directly to supporters, eliminating sorting, pickups, and volunteer-managed distribution.
Trusted by Schools Nationwide
I enjoy having my own contact person at Charleston Wrap and can always expect an immediate answer. The customer service is invaluable!
We’ve had different fundraisers before but the Charleston Wrap team went above and beyond from beginning to end to ensure that we were completely satisfied. With your company’s guidance, our distribution went so quickly and easily. I highly recommend your company and the products to anyone.
Our PTA was very pleased with the customer service response from Charleston Wrap. We always felt fully supported during our fundraiser. Our catalog fundraiser was well organized and ran very smoothly. The merchandise was of great quality and proved to be profitable for our school.
Choose the Fundraiser That Fits Your Group
Charleston Wrap supports schoolwide campaigns, PTO/PTA groups, sports teams, clubs, youth programs, and community organizations with flexible fundraising options.
Schoolwide Campaigns
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