Waxed Words Candle Fundraiser
Your Organization Earns 40% of Every Sale — No Upfront Cost, No Risk
Schools, churches, sports teams, and nonprofits across Columbus raise $1,000–$7,000+ selling personalized, hand-poured candles made right here in Ohio.
✅ No upfront cost | ✅ No inventory risk | ✅ We handle everything
📞 Questions? Call or text (614) 426-3029 | 📧 info@waxedwords.com
How It Works — 3 Simple Steps
We Set You Up
We provide a digital catalog, order forms, social media graphics, and a unique tracking code for your group. Takes 24 hours.
Your Community Sells
Your members share the catalog with friends, family, and neighbors. Orders come in through your unique link or paper forms.
You Get Paid
After the drive ends, we produce and deliver all candles. Your organization receives 40% of total sales within 5 business days.
Calculate Your Potential Profit
See how much your group can raise:
| Candles Sold | Retail Price | Total Revenue | Your Profit (40%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 candles | $35 | $1,750 | $700 |
| 100 candles ⭐ Most Common | $35 | $3,500 | $1,400 |
| 200 candles | $35 | $7,000 | $2,800 |
| 300 candles | $35 | $10,500 | $4,200 |
| 500 candles | $35 | $17,500 | $7,000 |
💡 Real example: A Columbus elementary school PTA sold 120 candles for Teacher Appreciation Week and raised $1,680 in two weeks.
Quick Profit Estimator
Everything Included — At No Cost to You
📱 Digital Catalog
Shareable PDF with photos, scent descriptions, and pricing. Send via email, text, or social media.
📋 Order Forms
Printable paper forms for in-person events + online order link with your unique tracking code.
📸 Social Media Kit
Pre-made graphics and captions for Facebook, Instagram, and email. Just copy, paste, and post.
🎨 Custom Labels
Your organization name, logo, or event on every candle label. Makes it personal and memorable.
📦 We Handle Fulfillment
We produce every candle, package it, and deliver to your location. You never touch inventory.
📊 Real-Time Tracking
Watch your sales dashboard live. See exactly how much you’ve raised at any moment.
What Your Supporters Get
Premium, personalized candles they’d actually want to buy — not generic fundraiser junk.
🕯️ 10oz Signature Candle
$35
Hand-poured soy wax, wooden wick, 60+ hour burn. Choose from 15+ scents.
Your org keeps $14 per candle
🎁 Gift-Boxed Candle
$40
Same 10oz candle in premium gift box with ribbon. Ready to give.
Your org keeps $16 per candle
♈ Zodiac Candle + Crystal
$45
Sign-specific candle with matching crystal and ritual card. Unique gift.
Your org keeps $18 per candle
✨ Your secret weapon: Big fundraiser companies sell generic candles. You can put your school name, church logo, or team mascot on every label. That turns a commodity into a keepsake — and people pay $35–$45 happily.
Who This Works For
Schools & PTAs
Teacher appreciation, back-to-school, holiday shops, graduation
Churches & Ministries
Youth group trips, mission funding, building campaigns, holiday bazaars
Sports Teams
Tournament fees, equipment, travel, end-of-season celebrations
Arts & Performance
Dance studios, theater groups, band trips, costume budgets
Nonprofits
Donor appreciation, program funding, awareness campaigns
Community Groups
Scout troops, fraternal organizations, neighborhood associations
Typical Fundraiser Timeline
Setup & Launch
We create your custom catalog and order forms. You announce to your community.
Selling Period
Your members share, collect orders, and promote. Most sales happen in the first 10 days.
Order Close & Production
We tally all orders, produce candles with your custom labels, and package everything.
Delivery & Payout
Candles delivered to your location. Your organization receives 40% profit check within 5 business days.
⏰ Need it faster? We can compress to 2 weeks for urgent campaigns. Rush production available.
Why Choose Waxed Words?
| Feature | Big Fundraiser Companies | Waxed Words |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Generic, mass-produced candles | Hand-poured in Columbus, premium quality |
| Personalization | None — one-size-fits-all | Your name/logo on every label |
| Profit margin | 30–40% | 40% guaranteed |
| Local connection | National corporation | Columbus small business — your neighbors |
| Scent variety | 3–5 basic scents | 15+ unique, curated scents |
| Support | Call center, hold music | Text/call the founder directly |
What Columbus Organizations Say
“We raised $1,680 in two weeks for our 5th grade field trip. Parents loved that the candles were actually nice — not the usual fundraiser stuff. We’ll do this every year.”
— Sarah M., PTA President, Columbus Elementary
“Our youth group sold 200 candles for our mission trip to Guatemala. The custom labels with our church name made all the difference — people bought because it felt personal.”
— Pastor David K., Vineyard Columbus
“Best fundraiser we’ve ever done. No upfront cost, no leftover inventory, and the profit was higher than our cookie dough sale with half the work.”
— Coach Jennifer T., Columbus Youth Soccer
“The zodiac candles were a surprise hit with our dance moms. We added them as an option and they outsold our regular candles 2-to-1.”
— Maria L., Studio Owner, Grove City
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there really no upfront cost?
Yes. You pay nothing to start. We provide all materials free. We only produce candles after orders are placed and paid for.
What if we don’t sell many candles?
There’s no penalty and no risk. Since we produce to order, there’s no leftover inventory and no minimum you must sell. Every candle sold is profit.
How long does a fundraiser take?
Most groups run 2–3 weeks. We need 1–2 weeks for production after orders close. Total timeline: 3–5 weeks from launch to delivery.
Can we customize the candles with our school/church name?
Absolutely. Every candle can include your organization name, logo, event name, or custom message at no extra charge. This is our biggest advantage over national fundraiser companies.
How do we get paid?
You collect all money from your supporters. At the end of the drive, you pay our wholesale price (60% of retail). Your organization keeps the 40% difference. Or, if using our online system, we handle collection and send you a profit check within 5 business days of the drive closing.
What scents sell best?
Our top sellers are Clean Woods, Vanilla Bourbon, and Spa Day. For holiday drives, Cinnamon Spice and Winter Pine perform well. We can provide scent samples for your sellers to smell and recommend.
Can we do this for a specific event or holiday?
Yes. Teacher Appreciation (May), Mother’s Day (May), Father’s Day (June), Back-to-School (August), and Holidays (November–December) are our busiest seasons. But we run fundraisers year-round.
Do you provide tax documentation?
We provide a detailed sales report and receipt for your records. For tax-specific questions about charitable contributions, consult your organization’s tax advisor.
Start Your Fundraiser Today
Fill this out and we’ll schedule a 15-minute call to set up your campaign. No obligation.
📞 Prefer to Talk?
Call or text: (614) 426-3029
Monday–Saturday, 8 AM–8 PM
Most campaigns are set up in a single phone call. We can have your digital catalog ready within 24 hours.
Ready to Raise Money for Your Cause?
Your organization keeps 40%. No upfront cost. No risk. Just results.
Start Your Fundraiser →Or call/text (614) 426-3029
Serving Columbus schools, churches, and nonprofits since 2024
🕯️ Hand-poured in Columbus, Ohio | Premium soy wax | Wooden wicks | Personalized with intention