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Labor Day honors the American Labor Movement and marks the unofficial end of summer. Labor Day sales and back to school sales are all around us and brick fundraisers can get in on this action.   Time sensitive sales: One way of boosting your engraved brick fundraising efforts is by offering […]........

  There are many ways to honor our veterans, past, and present, but an engraved brick is a permanent tribute to the brave men and woman who serve in our armed forces.  An engraved brick memorial project is the perfect way to both honor and remembers military service members, it’s […]........

Many people have fond memories of attending summer camp in their youth. It is a tradition that has endured since the late 1800’s. In the 1800’s camps were started to give young boys a break from big cities and get back to enjoying nature. Today camp is for everyone and […]........

  The first Independence Day celebration was 240 years ago on July 4th 1777. Ever since we have celebrated with parties, BBQs concerts and of course wonderful fireworks shows that light up the sky across our great nation. These events draw large crowds and are a great way to connect […]........

  Tired of doing the same old fundraiser? Why not try something new. Polar Engraving the leading brick engraving company in the USA has been helping thousands of charitable organizations to raise funds. Take a look why so many have chosen a brick fundraising or memorial brick fundraiser to help […]........

  When deciding on a potential fundraiser it’s only natural to research the different types of fundraising campaigns that could help your organization raise money. Choosing a fundraising idea for your nonprofit or charity can be a challenge, there are many options to consider. At Polar Engraving we’re with you […]........

  A beautiful way to remember our loved ones who have passed is by creating a garden incorporating engraved memorial bricks. A remembrance garden should be a tranquil place of reflection where your donors can visit to honor their loved ones. Your donors will appreciate the opportunity to memorialize a […]........

  If you’re a Freemason, Elk, Moose, Shriner or any other type of community service oriented organization could benefit from engraved bricks or engraved tiles to help raise money for your organization while also boosting morale within your fraternal service organization or community. Many of our clients have used the […]........

  • Where do volunteers serve?   National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate and recognize with an engraved brick fundraiser to those who dedicate their time to volunteering in their communities or local organizations. This year, from April 23-29th, we praise and appreciate these valuable volunteers and we […]........

  Stadium brick fundraising campaigns can be a great opportunity to get your community and fans involved with your fundraising campaign or engraved brick project. Polar Engraving helps to simplify the process of a brick fundraising campaign for large scale projects by providing free marketing tools such as a custom […]........

  If you are embarking on a brick fundraising campaign or an engraved tile fundraiser you can use social media to help effectively market your engraved brick fundraiser. Below is a list of the top 5 social media sites along with a short break down of how it works and […]........

7 Tools to Help Market Your Brick Fundraiser   So, your organization has decided to start a brick fundraiser campaign? Below you can find 7 tools to help promote your engraved brick program.   1. Fundraising Guide: As soon as you contact Polar Engraving one of the first things you […]........

  Studies show that the last 45 days in the year is when the most donations are received by charitable organizations. It may be that people are feeling in a giving spirit because of the upcoming holidays. Others will donate to be able to qualify for tax deductions before the […]........

  Veterans Day is observed on November 11th and the ceremonies officially begin when a wreath is placed on the unknown soldier’s grave at 11 am at the Arlington National Cemetery. This act is meant to honor not just the Unknown Soldier but all of the brave men and women […]........

  Since 1998 many organizations have relied on Polar Engraving, a top brick engraving company in the US, to help them execute successful and profitable brick campaigns. All types of groups, churches, schools, veteran’s groups, animal shelters, zoo’s and other charitable organizations have used custom engraved bricks or personalized engraved […]........

  An engraved brick fundraising campaign can be a very profitable way to raise money. Marketing your brick campaign can be a bit tricky if you do not know where to start or do not have the funds available for marketing.   You often hear the phrase it takes money […]........

  This year marks the 150 year anniversary of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The ASPCA lobbies for animal rights and provides for services such as running animal shelters, a 24- hour poison control center, medical care and prevention center for pets in need and […]........

  Across the country we honor our fallen heroes who have died fighting for our country with War Memorials. Typically, fundraisers within local communities are held to offset the cost of building these monuments dedicated to our fallen heroes. Large stone pieces of marble or granite are commonly used which […]........

  Tired of using the same candy sale year after year to support your school’s fundraising efforts? Try an engraved brick or laser engraved tile fundraising project. There are many ways a school can benefit from an engraved brick or engraved tile fundraiser, there are also many options for using […]........

  One of the biggest hurdles any group or association may face when considering a fundraiser is gaining board approval for your proposed campaign. You may not only be up in front of the board, you may also be competing against other members who are also pitching their fundraising ideas […]........

Sometimes it can be difficult for a donor to express what they would like to say using only 15-20 spaces per line and 3- 8 lines of text, depending on brick size. Allowing your donors to choose clip art or logos for their engraved bricks or engraved tiles can help […]........

  The best way to keep the momentum going with your engraved brick or tile fundraiser is by having an action plan and keeping your eye on your fundraising goals.   Step 1: Plan a Contest or Raffle For an Engraved Brick or Engraved Tile:   There are many ways […]........

  Summer is in full swing and Independence Day is right around the corner; this is a great opportunity to promote your engraved brick fundraising project.   Incorporating your engraved brick or engraved tile fundraiser with the festivities can be easy and fun. There are many events such as BBQs, […]........

  Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, as we enjoy time with our families at barbeques, beaches, and make a mad dash for discounted shopping we often lose sight of what this special holiday day is really about. Memorial Day is meant to remember the men and women […]........

  There are many advantages to obtaining non-profit status, the most common being a 501c3; such as tax exemptions and deductions as well as opportunities for public grants. There are also some drawbacks like the cost of filing, the amount of paperwork that needs to be done, having a board […]........

  Brick Fundraising for Memorial Projects   Engraved brick and tile projects make a great fundraiser for organizations constructing memorial projects. What a more permanent way to give memorandum to those who have passed or to commemorate the achievements of your members than using a medium that will last for […]........

  A Brief History of Engraving   Since the beginning of time man has always wanted a way to leave their mark. We can see this with the earliest cavemen drawings. Wanting a more permanent means of recording history & art man created the engraving process. Engraving which is “the […]........

  Engraved brick and engraved tile fundraisers are both profitable ways to raise money. Polar Engraving USA, a brick engraving company, loves helping organizations with their fundraising campaigns.   Engraved brick and tile fundraising campaigns allow your donors to have personalized inscriptions engraved on their tiles or bricks. Engraved tiles […]........

  How to Install Custom Engraved Tiles?   Although a professional tile installation is recommended for your engraved tile fundraising project many organizations decide to do a DIY engraved tile installation. If you will be installing your custom engraved tiles yourself, it is a good idea to consult with your […]........

  How Feasible is Fundraising with Engraved Tiles? A profitable alternative to a brick fundraising campaign is an engraved tile fundraiser, the best part is as long as you have empty wall space you can always expand your engraved tile fundraiser. Even if you do not own the property you […]........

  Spring Cleaning of Engraved Brick Projects   Spring has finally sprung and now is a great time to do annual cleaning of your brick engraving projects. Once your engraved bricks have had their spring cleaning taking some pictures will give you a great opportunity to update your social media pages like […]........

An engraved brick fundraising campaign is a creative fundraising idea for non-profit organizations who have mid level donors. As a non-profit organization, you can ask donors to contribute a small amount of money towards your brick fundraising campaign. The collected contribution is then used to construct brick or tile walls, […]........