Easy, Profitable Fundraisers for Elementary Schools
Welcome to the fun side of elementary school fundraising—where kids get excited, families jump in, and your school builds real community support. If you’re looking for the best elementary fundraising ideas, Midland Fundraising catalog fundraisers are a tried-and-true favorite because they’re simple, organized, and genuinely easy for families to participate in.
A catalog fundraiser for elementary schools gives supporters tons of options in one place—popular treats, useful items, and kid-loved picks—without requiring your staff or volunteers to plan a complicated event. Parents can share the fundraiser with family and friends, students get involved in a way that feels fun (not stressful), and your group can raise money efficiently while keeping everything school-friendly.
The biggest win? These fundraisers don’t just raise dollars—they build momentum. When families are flipping through a catalog together, it creates a shared experience that feels positive and doable. Each order helps your school reach goals like classroom supplies, field trips, playground upgrades, library needs, and more—without turning the fundraiser into a full-time job.
If you want a fundraiser that’s easy to run, easy to promote, and easy for supporters to love, a Midland Fundraising catalog fundraiser is a strong place to start. Up next, we’ll break down more elementary fundraising ideas that work (and why they work).
Celebrate fall fundraising with our Fall Seasonal Catalog—packed with popular, family-friendly items supporters love. It’s a simple way to run an engaging elementary school fundraiser during the autumn season while helping your school raise more with less hassle.
Boost your elementary school fundraiser with our Popcorn & Chocolates catalog—featuring gourmet popcorn and chocolate favorites supporters love. It’s an easy, high-demand option that helps schools raise more while keeping fundraising simple and fun.
Kick off spring fundraising with our Spring Seasonal Catalog—filled with bright, popular items that supporters actually want to buy. It’s a fun, easy way to run an elementary school fundraiser during the spring season and build excitement around your school’s goals.
Our Cookie Dough Catalog is a classic elementary school fundraiser—easy to sell, easy to love, and perfect for families. With a variety of crowd-pleasing flavors, it brings that “fresh baked” feel to your fundraiser while helping your school raise more with a high-demand product.
Our Popcorn & Peanuts Catalog pairs a classic favorite with a salty snack people always grab. With a variety of flavors, it’s a great fit for school events and a high-demand option that keeps elementary fundraising fun, simple, and profitable.
Brighten up your elementary school fundraiser with our Candle Catalog—featuring popular scents and giftable styles supporters love. It’s a simple, high-appeal product fundraiser that’s easy to share and easy to sell year-round.
Our Totes Catalog is a practical elementary school fundraiser featuring durable, reusable bags supporters will actually use. It’s a great fit for busy parents and teachers, and it’s an easy way to promote sustainability while raising funds for your school.
A Donation Drive Fundraiser is one of the simplest and most profitable ways to run an elementary school fundraiser because there’s no inventory to manage and minimal overhead. Students, families, and staff can reach out to friends, relatives, and local businesses to request direct donations toward clear goals like classroom supplies, playground upgrades, and extracurricular programs. Popular options include a “Name Your Price” donation drive (supporters give any amount) and “Sponsor a Student” campaigns where donors support a student, classroom, or specific program. Donation drives raise funds fast—and strengthen community support for future school needs.
Running an elementary school fundraiser should feel organized—not overwhelming. This step-by-step guide walks you through choosing the right fundraiser for your school, setting up a simple plan, and keeping everything running smoothly from kickoff to delivery. You’ll also learn how to use seller kits, offer multiple selling options (in-person and online), and promote your fundraiser with easy digital tools so your group can raise more with less stress.
Start by choosing a fundraiser that fits your school and your community. The best elementary school fundraiser is one that matches your goals, your timeline, and what your supporters actually want—so selling feels easy and participation stays high.
Hand out seller kits to your students and families so everyone knows exactly what to do. A strong kit makes your elementary school fundraiser easier to follow, easier to promote, and more successful from day one.
Offer both online student stores and paper order forms to make participation easy for every family. This flexibility helps your elementary school fundraiser reach more supporters and keeps ordering simple for everyone.
Encourage families to share the fundraiser online using social media, text, and email. A few simple posts can quickly expand your reach and boost results for your elementary school fundraiser.
Keep delivery simple. Ship online orders directly to supporters when available, and use one central pickup day for paper orders. A clear distribution plan makes your elementary school fundraiser run smoothly and keeps families happy.
Stay organized as orders come in—pack, label, and group items by student or classroom. Clear boxes and simple sorting make pickup fast, accurate, and stress-free for your elementary school fundraiser.
Make your elementary school fundraiser easier (and more successful) with plenty of choices for every type of supporter. Midland Fundraising offers 9 unique catalogs and 800+ products, so families can share items people actually want to buy. You can run your fundraiser with online student stores, paper order forms, or both—whatever works best for your school. The result: a flexible, low-stress fundraiser that helps you hit your goals faster.
Boost your elementary school fundraiser with Midland Fundraising using free tools that make selling easier. Share your fundraiser through social media and online ordering, and use personalized student pop-up stores created during registration to reach more supporters and hit your fundraising goals faster.
Start your elementary school fundraiser with $0 upfront cost. Midland Fundraising includes free promotional materials to help you launch quickly, get families involved, and start collecting orders right away.
Skip the sorting chaos. Midland Fundraising provides pre-collated catalogs and personalized parent letters for easy handout, and product orders are organized by seller to make distribution fast and stress-free for your elementary school fundraiser.
Track results with detailed seller reports. You’ll see key fundraiser data—including sales and profit by seller—so you can recognize top students, spot trends, and run an even stronger elementary school fundraiser next time.
Increase participation with fun rewards and bonuses. Parents can earn holiday wrap bonuses, kids can win custom prizes, and teachers and coordinators can receive special incentives—making your elementary school fundraiser more motivating for everyone.
Reach more supporters with online ordering. Friends and family can shop from anywhere, and orders can be delivered directly to the buyer—making your elementary school fundraiser easier to share and easier to support.
Parent involvement can make or break an elementary school fundraiser. The goal is simple: make it easy to understand, easy to share, and worth joining. When you communicate clearly, keep participation fun, and show real appreciation, more families jump in—and your fundraiser feels like a team effort instead of “one more school task.” With the right approach, parents bring extra reach, skills, and energy that help your school hit fundraising goals faster.
Start with a personal ask. A quick text, email, or face-to-face invite usually beats a generic flyer. Share the why and the impact so parents know their support matters. Example: “Hi [Parent Name]—we’re raising funds for new library books, and your help can put more great stories in our students’ hands!”
Parents are more likely to support your elementary school fundraiser when they know exactly where the money is going. Share your goal, track progress, and post updates in newsletters, email, or social media. Example: “Last year you helped upgrade our playground—this year we’re raising funds for new science equipment!”
Invite parents to take simple volunteer roles—helping with kickoff, sharing online, organizing pickup, or spreading the word. Keep it flexible and match tasks to strengths: “We’d love your help! Whether you’re great at social media, organizing, or just making a few calls, it all makes a big difference.”
Parents have different schedules, so offer more than one way to help. Some can volunteer, some can donate, and many can simply share the fundraiser online. “Whether you can spare an hour or just share our link, every bit helps our elementary school fundraiser succeed!”
Always thank parents for helping—big or small. A quick shoutout in a newsletter, email, or social post keeps momentum strong and encourages more families to join in. “Thanks to your support, we’re one step closer to our fundraising goal!”
Getting parents involved in your elementary school fundraiser builds community and makes fundraising feel like a shared win. With clear communication, flexible ways to help, and a little appreciation, you can grow participation and make the entire fundraiser more fun and successful for everyone.
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