How Schools Can Raise Funds with Art Fundraisers: A Complete Guide

Teachers and schools work hard to provide students with enriching, creative learning experiences, but limited budgets can make it difficult to access the supplies needed for quality art projects. Too often, educators end up using their own money to purchase materials so students can create artwork that truly shines. A successful fundraiser can bridge this gap! There doesn’t have to be a financial burden for teachers when classroom budgets can afford the necessary tools to inspire young artists.

Art fundraisers provide a unique and meaningful way to raise money while celebrating students’ creativity. Unlike traditional fundraisers that sell items like cookie dough or gift wrap, an art fundraiser turns students’ artwork into keepsakes that families cherish for years to come.

How Do Art to Remember Programs Work?

Art-based fundraisers raise money while simultaneously celebrating the creativity of each student. This allows families to support their child’s artistic journey and contribute to their school’s art program at the same time. Here are the steps!

Step 1 – Select your art project for the program.

Step 2 – Finish the project in the classroom. Art to Remember simplifies the fundraising process for teachers. We provide the art paper!

Step 3 – Send the projects. We handle the entire scanning and cost for the shipping process, ensuring you can maximize your own budget.

Step 4 – Promote your program while we get to work! We use the best scanning technology to make sure that artwork is beautifully reproduced on high-quality products. What’s more, schools don’t have to worry about managing orders or collecting payments—our streamlined process makes fundraising easy and stress-free.

Art fundraisers that feature student-created keepsakes are more personal than many other fundraising options. Think about a custom-made Christmas ornament. Or that one-of-a-kind fridge magnet. These can be priceless mementos of childhood. Parents and grandparents treasure these items, making them a meaningful alternative to selling consumable products. Plus, they’re great for gifting.

Promoting Your Art Fundraiser

A little promotion can go a long way in making an art fundraiser even more successful. When families and the broader school community know about the fundraiser and understand its impact, they are more likely to participate. Here are some ways to spread the word:

School Newsletters & Websites – Announce the fundraiser in school newsletters, on the school website, or through digital bulletin boards.

Social Media Campaigns – Share reminders on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms. Posting student artwork and fundraiser deadlines can generate excitement and encourage participation.

Classroom & School Announcements – Teachers and administrators can mention the fundraiser during morning announcements or at school events to increase awareness.

Parent-Teacher Organizations – PTAs and PTOs can help promote the fundraiser through their communication channels, ensuring that as many families as possible have the opportunity to support the cause.

When it comes to promoting your fundraiser, every little bit counts. The more orders your fundraiser receives, the more money you’ll have for your classroom budget!

Let Us Help with Your Fundraiser!

At Art to Remember, we believe that every child deserves access to high-quality art education. Our art fundraisers make it possible for schools to raise the funds they need while celebrating student creativity. With our easy-to-use program, teachers can focus on what they do best—inspiring young artists—while we take care of the major logistics.

Ready to get started? Let Art to Remember help you turn your students’ creativity into lasting keepsakes while raising essential funds for your art program. Contact us today to learn more!