Expressions School Tea Towel Fundraising September Newsletter
Celebrate Creativity and Community with Our September Fundraising Update
Spring is here, and so is another season of creativity, connection and community spirit! At Expressions Fundraising Australia, we’re thrilled to share our September newsletter, packed with inspiration, practical fundraising ideas, and exciting project highlights from schools and community groups across the country.
Whether you’re planning a tea towel fundraiser for your school, community group or childcare centre, now’s the perfect time to get involved. Our famous Expressions Fundraising Tea Towels are not just fun and easy to create, they’re treasured keepsakes that families love and proudly display for years.
End of Year Gifts that Make a Lasting Impression
As the festive season approaches, many schools and organisations are thinking about meaningful gifts that show appreciation and strengthen community ties. While traditional items like pens or mugs are nice, nothing captures memories quite like a personalised tea towel keepsake. Printed with original artwork, class drawings, or community designs, they’re practical, sustainable and full of heart.
Businesses are also catching on — many are choosing custom printed tea towels as thoughtful corporate gifts. They’re lightweight, affordable, and eco-friendly, making them a feel-good choice that promotes your brand and your values long after the holidays are over.
Important Printing Dates
- Peak production: October to November – printing times extend to three weeks.
- Christmas cut-off: Last day for new print jobs is 30th November.
- Printing resumes: Early January 2025.
Get your orders in early to make sure your fundraiser Australia runs smoothly and your designs are printed in time for the holiday season.
There’s Still Time for Your End of Year Fundraiser!
It’s not too late to start your fundraising for schools project this year. With our free coordinator kit, running a successful fundraiser has never been easier. You’ll get pre cut paper, pens, marketing tools, and everything you need to turn your creative project into a community success story. And if you’re already on school holidays, no worries, we can send your kit straight to your home so you’re ready to kick off in Term 4.
👉 Start your fundraiser today and join thousands of Australian schools, childcare centres and groups raising funds with our beautiful, high-quality tea towel printing projects.
Staff Picks: Celebrating Creativity from Across Australia
This month, our design team has loved everything coming in. We’ve seen some incredible artwork come through our hands, from school fundraising ideas to special anniversary keepsakes. Here are a few standouts:
- Theodore State School marked its 100-year celebration with a stunning commemorative tea towel featuring the whole school community. A timeless keepsake!
- Pymble Ladies’ College boarders designed a beautiful towel showing all their hometowns, a perfect tribute to connection and friendship.
- And in the world of music, we were thrilled to print limited-edition Keith Urban tea towel merchandise for his one-off gig at The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre. What a night!
Join Australia’s Favourite Tea Towel Fundraiser
At Expressions, we’re proud to be known as the tea towel company that helps bring people together. For over 25 years, our projects have supported thousands of schools, kindergartens, clubs and community groups across Australia, turning artwork into memories and memories into funds. Our Why Expressions page shares why so many coordinators trust us year after year.
Every project is unique, but one thing never changes, that feeling of pride when kids see their artwork printed for all to enjoy. It’s more than fundraising; it’s connection, creativity, and community spirit woven into every design.
How to Get Started
Ready to create your own tea towel fundraiser? Here’s how simple it is:
- Request your coordinator kit – it’s free and packed with resources.
- Gather artwork using our design templates and ideas.
- Send your designs to us, and we’ll handle the tea towel printing and delivery.
- Distribute your beautiful tea towel keepsakes and celebrate your success!
Need pricing details or profit examples? Check out our Pricing & Profit Guide for transparent information on how much your group can raise.
Stay Inspired and Connected
For more creative fundraiser ideas for schools, explore our News & Updates or follow us on Instagram at @expressionsaustralia to see real-life examples of projects from across the country.
Let’s make this term your most successful and joy-filled fundraising season yet. Start today and watch your community’s creativity come to life, one tea towel at a time.
👉 Contact our friendly team or call 1300 855 509 to get your project underway.
FAQs
What makes an Expressions Tea Towel fundraiser different?
Our tea towel fundraisers are simple to run, cost nothing upfront, and produce long-lasting, meaningful keepsakes families truly treasure.
How long does the tea towel printing process take?
During peak season (October–November), printing takes up to two weeks plus shipping. Outside of that, it’s usually quicker!
Can we design tea towels online?
Yes! You can upload artwork directly through our Upload Artwork page.
Do you offer options other than tea towels?
Absolutely, choose from aprons and tote bags. Visit our Design Options page for more ideas.
Is it too late to start fundraising this year?
No! There’s still time. Request your kit today and we’ll help you set up quickly so you can start before the end of Term 4.
Ready to start? Kick off your fundraiser now and let Expressions Fundraising help turn creativity into community success!