Transform Student Art into Funds: Customised Christmas Cards for Schools Across Ireland

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The festive season brings with it an abundance of joy, connection, and creativity. For schools across Ireland, from small rural classrooms to bustling city academies, it is also the ideal time to raise much-needed funds while engaging students and families in a meaningful project.

SchoolCards.ie offers a creative fundraising initiative that combines artistic expression with community support: personalised Christmas cards designed by students themselves.

This unique fundraiser encourages creativity while allowing schools, PTAs, creches and clubs across the island, from Dublin to Donegal, to generate funds in a simple, low-risk way.

The Idea Behind Personalised School Christmas Cards

The concept is simple yet impactful. Children design their own Christmas cards, which are then professionally printed and packaged into card packs to be sold to parents, guardians, relatives and friends. Each card becomes more than a seasonal greeting. It becomes a keepsake.

Whether a child draws a snow-covered Irish village, Santa on a tractor, or a festive school playground, the finished card holds genuine sentimental value. At the same time, schools raise essential funds without relying on traditional fundraising activities.

This programme has been embraced by schools across Kerry, Mayo, Westmeath and Wexford, providing a welcome alternative to bake sales, raffles and sponsored events.

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How the School Christmas Card Programme Works

Step 1: Register Your School or Group

Schools, playgroups, clubs and creches across Ireland can register their interest online. There is no upfront cost. Early registrations before October 1st receive a discounted rate of €6 per pack. Standard pricing is €7 per pack.

Step 2: Create the Artwork

Each child receives a drawing template and simple guidelines. Students create their own festive artwork as part of an enjoyable in-class art activity, marking the Christmas season creatively.

Step 3: Receive Sample Cards

Sample cards and order forms are printed and delivered to the school. These proofs allow families to preview the final product and place their orders, helping to drive strong engagement.

Step 4: Final Print and Delivery

Once orders are collected, all card packs are printed and delivered directly to the school. Packs are clearly labelled by class and student name, making distribution quick and straightforward.

Delivery is available nationwide, including Sligo, Waterford, Dundalk and Ennis.

What’s Included in Each Card Pack

• 10 square Christmas cards (150mm x 150mm folded)
• 10 matching white envelopes
• The child’s artwork printed in full colour on the front
• The school name and crest printed on the reverse
• Neatly packaged for easy distribution

All cards are professionally printed using high-quality paper and inks, ensuring a polished finish that reflects well on the school.

Cost and Fundraising Breakdown

• €6 per pack for early registrations (before October 1st)
• €7 per pack after the deadline
• Minimum combined order of 80 packs per school
• Suggested resale price: €10–€12 per pack

This allows most schools to generate a profit of €4–€6 per pack, with no upfront financial risk.

No Upfront Costs

Schools do not need to make any initial payment. Payment is only required after the Christmas cards have been delivered and once funds have been collected from parents and families. This makes the programme completely stress-free.

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Who Can Take Part?

• Primary and national schools
• Junior schools
• Pre-schools and creches
• Montessori centres
• Sports clubs and after-school groups

The programme is suitable for both small and large groups and can be tailored to suit different class sizes and structures.

Local Schools, National Reach

Schools across Ireland are already benefiting from the SchoolCards.ie initiative. From Drumcondra to Tallaght, from Salthill to Tuam, and from Tralee to Tipperary, families love seeing children’s artwork transformed into printed keepsakes.

The Broader Impact

Beyond fundraising, the programme helps schools celebrate student creativity, strengthen home–school connections and provide families with meaningful Christmas keepsakes.

Children feel proud of their work, parents get involved, and schools raise valuable funds without additional pressure on staff or resources.

Get Started

Ready to bring creativity and fundraising together this Christmas? Register today and let us take care of the rest.

For more information, email hello@printready.ie or call (01) 858 1000.