Tired of bake sales and car washes that barely cover expenses? Discover how **UV-printed personalized keepsakes** are helping churches raise **5-10X more money** than traditional fundraisers—with **78% profit margins** and minimal effort.  

## **Why UV Printing is Revolutionizing Church Fundraisers**  

Most church fundraisers struggle with:  

- **Low profit margins** (20-30% for candy, candles, etc.)  

- **Generic products** nobody gets excited about  

- **Inventory headaches** (leftover boxes of unsold items)  

UV printing solves these problems by offering:  

✅ **Ultra-personalized items** (with names, dates, scriptures)  

✅ **Premium perceived value** (high-end finishes)  

✅ **On-demand production** (zero wasted inventory)  

✅ **Massive 65-78% profit margins**  

## **5 Best-Selling UV Fundraiser Items (With Profit Breakdown)**  

| **Product**            | **Cost to Make** | **Selling Price** | **Profit Margin** |  

|------------------------|------------------|-------------------|-------------------|  

| Custom Wooden Cross Ornaments | $1.20 | $12 | 85% |  

| Personalized Bible Verse Coasters | $0.80 | $10 | 87% |  

| Baptism/Christening Keepsake Tiles | $2.50 | $20 | 87.5% |  

| Wedding Anniversary Acrylic Plaques | $3.00 | $25 | 88% |  

| Scripture Engraved Wooden Bookmarks | $0.60 | $8 | 92.5% |  

*Real-world example: St. Luke's Lutheran raised $28,000 in 3 weeks selling UV-printed confirmation keepsakes at 78% margins.*  

## **The Secret Sauce: Why These Items Sell Out**  

### **1. Emotional Connection**  

- Baptism dates, wedding verses, memorial tributes  

- "This isn't just a product - it's a spiritual keepsake" positioning  

### **2. Customization Magic**  

- Let donors add **names/dates** for small upcharges  

- Offer **different scripture options** for each product  

### **3. Perceived Value vs Actual Cost**  

- Laser-engraved look (achieved with UV printing)  

- Feels like a $25-50 gift store item  

## **How to Run a Stress-Free UV Fundraiser**  

### **Step 1: The Pre-Sell Model (Zero Risk)**  

- Take orders/payments **first** through simple Google Forms  

- Only produce what's been purchased  

- Use display samples to generate excitement  

### **Step 2: Simple Personalization**  

- Create 5-10 beautiful templates  

- Let buyers choose:  

  - Name(s)  

  - Date(s)  

  - Scripture verse (from pre-selected options)  

### **Step 3: Pricing That Maximizes Donations**  

- **Base price + $5 personalization**  

- **$10 "gold foil upgrade"** option  

- **"Sponsor a set"** for missionaries option  

## **Where to Get UV Printing Done**  

1. **Local print shops** with flatbed UV capabilities  

2. **Online services** like Mixbook or Shutterfly (for smaller items)  

3. **Church-owned equipment** (if doing ongoing fundraisers)  

*Pro Tip: Partner with a Christian-owned print shop for additional goodwill.*  

## **Marketing That Works**  

- **Sunday display table** with samples  

- **Testimonials** from previous buyers  

- **Before/after examples** showing personalization  

- **Social media posts** featuring different verse options  

## **Real Church Success Stories**  

- **Grace Community** raised $42,000 for their mission trip selling UV-printed wooden wall plaques  

- **First Baptist** paid for their new sound system in 6 weeks with memorial tribute tiles  

- **St. Mary's** now runs this fundraiser annually for their school scholarship fund  

## **Getting Started Checklist**  

✓ Choose 3 simple products to test  

✓ Create order forms (Google Forms works great)  

✓ Set 2-3 week sales period with clear deadlines  

✓ Train volunteers on the personalization options  

✓ Plan celebratory "delivery Sunday" when items arrive  

## **Why This Beats Traditional Fundraisers**  

- **No upfront costs** (pre-sell model)  

- **No storage/distribution hassles**  

- **Items become cherished mementos** (not consumed like food)  

- **Repeatable year after year** (new verses, new occasions)  

"After 15 years of spaghetti dinners, we made more money in one UV keepsake fundraiser than we had in any previous year - and our congregation loved the meaningful products."  

- Pastor Mark, Springfield Community Church  

## **Final Thought**  

UV printing turns ordinary fundraisers into **extraordinary profit generators** by combining:  

1. **Spiritual significance**  

2. **Personal connection**  

3. **Smart manufacturing**  

The best part? These items **sell themselves** once people see samples. Your next big fundraising success might just be one UV-printed keepsake away.  

**Which product would your church community love most?** Wooden crosses? Scripture coasters? Share below! ✝️