Illinois is a great place for Polar Engraving’s brick and tile services. We manufacture special engraved pieces that enhance community projects, schools, and historical places. From busy and vibrant Chicago to Springfield, our products add something special to each location.
Think about a path made of bricks in Naperville Park where each brick shows how the neighborhood supports it. Or picture a mural made of tiles in a Peoria museum that shows Illinois’ history and culture. Polar Engraving helps all kinds of projects in Illinois, making each piece exclusive and individualized.
At Polar Engraving, we focus on making lasting memories in Illinois communities. Our engraving methods are top-notch, so every brick and tile can handle Illinois’ harsh weather. They’re a permanent way to honor donors and celebrate achievements. Whether it’s improving the Rockford community center or marking an important celebration in Champaign, our products make a meaningful and surviving difference.
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Use your engraved sample to gain board approval. Once your project is approved, use the sample to show your donors what they will be purchasing.
Speak to one of our marketing specialists to customize your sample.
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Illinois Brick Fundraisers
Illinois Engraved Brick Projects
Illinois Brick Fundraising FAQ
For bulk orders of either bricks or tiles, please click here to download our order forms. Follow the instructions listed under the “read me” tab, and please be sure to complete the “shipping” tab. Once you’ve completed your order form, you can email it as an attachment to your email to [email protected], and we will email you an invoice within 24-48 hours. If you do not receive an invoice within 48 hours, please call or email us.
Our innovative brick engraving technology utilizes a hybrid method that combines laser engraving and sandblasting allowing us to engrave complex logos, clip art, and custom artwork on both concrete and clay bricks.
We have the most transparent prices, please visit the pricing page
Yes, there are many ways we help organizations have successful and profitable fundraisers. We have the lowest price, so your organization gets to keep more of its fundraising dollars. We also offer many free fundraising tools to help you have a successful campaign. If you have any questions, you can always speak with one of our friendly, knowledgeable staff, just give us a call at 1-800-546-7993.
Yes, we recommend sealing your bricks. Be sure to ask your local contractor,
who will be your best advisor, based on the type of weather in your region.
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Our engraved 4″x 8″ bricks start as low as $19.50 each when you purchase 5 or more in that size. We have the best and most transparent pricing in the industry. Please click here to see the pricing for all of our products.
Standard ground shipping within the continental U.S. is ALWAYS free with all orders. There are no hidden fees or additional charges for things like a lift gate, pallet jack, limited access or residential delivery. Small orders are shipped via USPS or FedEx in boxes. Larger orders are shipped via freight on a pallet(s). All freight trucks are equipped with a lift gate and pallet jack to make your delivery as easy as possible.
The best answer is you know your donors best. Every community is unique, as is every project. We know organizations that charge as little as $40 for an engraved brick or tile, and organizations that charge several thousand dollars for the same size brick or tile. To maximize the profitability of your fundraiser, we recommend the following: be sure to offer donors multiple sizes, this will give everyone the opportunity to participate in your project. Offer bricks and tiles with clip art, logos, or custom artwork option at a higher price than text-only brick or tiles. You can also offer the larger-sized brick as “business brick” to bigger donors and include their logo for a premium. Please feel free to give us a call if you need more tips or have questions.
Any organization engaged in a brick fundraising campaign, donor recognition or memorial project can benefit from these free tools.
Free Custom Engraved Sample:
A free sample including your custom text and or clip art or logo will help you obtain approval for your project. Once approved, you can continue to use your free sample to market your project. You can order your free engraved paver or tile online, or you can call us at 1-800-546-7993 to discuss your free engraved sample.
Free PowerPoint Presentation:
We have created a PowerPoint presentation to help you obtain approval for your project, and it can be modified by your organization to suit your needs.
Free Donor Website:
Polar Engraving can provide you with a free customized donor website for your project. Simply provide us with the required information, and we will design it for you. Allow your donors to order online, track and manage your orders all in one place. For more information about our free donor websites and to see some examples.
Free Donor Brochure:
We can create a free brochure order form along with your donor website. You will just need to print them out.
Free Brick Locator:
Ideal for larger projects. Your donors can easily find their commemorative bricks within your project. Check out our brick locator tool.
Learning Center:
Our learning center makes it easy to find all the marketing tools and tips you need in one place to help you have the most successful fundraiser possible. The Learning Center is a great place to start your fundraising campaign!
Customer Service and Support:
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is always available to help you with any questions you may have. Customer service is always our #1 priority, call us anytime at 800-546-7993
We have the best turnaround time in the industry. Once your invoice is paid in full, our standard production time is 3-6 weeks, and we ship as soon as your order is engraved. You will receive an email with tracking information once your order has shipped, and the freight company will make arrangements with you for delivery. If you have a deadline, please be sure to note it in writing on the “shipping” tab of our order form. We can also accommodate rush orders for an additional fee. The rush order charge ensures we start working on your order the next business day after we receive payment but does not include rush shipping.
We do not provide installation services, we always suggest contacting a few local licensed professionals to compare price and services. Since installation will be your biggest expense you may be able to get a local company to donate some or all of the installation. You may also want to look within your own organization for answers or installation expertise.
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No, we do not require a contract, we know you will be satisfied with our engraving services, products and customer service! We have happy customers, just read our customer testimonials and you will see.
We don’t have a minimum order quantity, you can order as little as one brick ($69), in order to get our lowest pricing, you must order at least 5 or more per size brick or tile. See our pricing page for more details.
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