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Real-World
Solutions
A Leg Up On
Fundraising
A youth soccer association
was looking for a fundraising
item to be sold at its annual
soccer tournament, and
chose custom unisex socks
with a full-color imprint
on two sides. The socks
were a fun souvenir for
tournament players and
fans, as well as a significant
source of revenue for the
association. The group plans
to make the socks an annual
item at its tournament.
Source: Beacon Promotions
you t h o r gan i za t i ons
Case Studies
FromThe Industry
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Get the message out with a youth
messenger bag in royal blue 300 denier
nylon with an adjustable shoulder strap.
The Velcro® hook‑and‑loop fastener
flap‑over reveals a zippered main
compartment and an internal organizer.
Customize the bag with an imprint on
the front pocket in spot‑color screen
print, full‑color transfer or embroidery.
Ad Products Bazaar Inc.
UPIC: BAZAAR
Youth organizations
will appreciate
products like these
Helping Hands
Keep kids warm and cozy in a youth Cosmic
fleece contrast pullover hoodie . Choose
from eight trendy color combinations and
coordinate youth sizes with adult companion
styles. Youth sizes run from small to large.
J. America / UPIC: Blanks /
Despite the rumors, kids and teens are not entirely self‑absorbed. An estimated
15.5 million youth (that’s 55 percent of all youth ages 12 to 18) engage in volunteer
activities, while just 29 percent of U.S. adults volunteer.
Here’s a breakdown of their contributions:
1.3 billion
hours
of community
service per year
29 hours
per person,
per year
39%
VOLUNTEER
at least
12 weeks
per year
64%
VOLUNTEER THROUGH
FAITH-BASED (34%),
school-based
(18%) and youth
leadership (12%)
organizations.
Source: Corporation for National and Community Service