Lookout Volunteer Fire Department Calendar Fundraiser
When a small community rallies around its local heroes, big things can happen. That’s exactly what the Lookout Volunteer Fire Department proved when they launched a creative fundraiser unlike anything they had tried before: a custom firefighter calendar. With the help of PrintingCenterUSA, what started as an idea quickly turned into a professional, high-quality product that captured attention, strengthened community pride, and sold out in record time.
Overview
The Lookout Volunteer Fire Department, located in California, needed a creative way to raise funds for their station. The idea was to create something unique, community-centered, and engaging; a firefighter calendar featuring local heroes.
The Challenge
As a volunteer-based department, raising funds in fresh and exciting ways can be difficult. The team wanted to launch a fundraiser that was memorable, professional in quality, and appealing enough to encourage community support. But producing a polished, custom calendar with limited resources felt like a challenge.
Project Specs
When it comes to fundraising materials, quality matters. PrintingCenterUSA helped the Lookout Volunteer Fire Department create a professional, eye-catching calendar that was both affordable and fast to produce. With high-gloss finishes, vibrant full-color printing, and durable binding, the calendars were built to impress and they delivered.
Calendar Specs
Product: Wall Calendar (12-month, 28 pages)
Size: 11 x 8.5 inches
Binding: Saddle Stitch
Cover Paper: 80# Cardstock Gloss (8 pt.) with UV High Gloss Finish
Inside Paper: 100# Gloss Text (5 pt.)
Ink: Full Color (4/4) on Cover and Inside Pages
Hole Drilling: One 5mm Drill Hole
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The Solution
PrintingCenterUSA partnered with the department to bring the project to life. Each month of the calendar highlighted a firefighter, giving the community a chance to connect with the people behind the firehouse. With dedicated support from Megan at PrintingCenterUSA, the process was smooth, collaborative, and enjoyable.
“You can feel her smile when she is talking to you,” shared Robyn Johnson, who led the project. “The support service from Printing Center USA was immeasurable.” Robyn Johnson
The Results
The firefighter calendar quickly became a community favorite. Within just five days of release, the first print run completely sold out. Demand was so strong that the department reordered an additional 100 calendars to keep up with interest.
- 100% of first run sold in just 5 days
- Immediate reorder due to high demand
- Boosted community connection and fundraising success
“The calendars are such a success that after 5 days we had to reorder another 100. Everyone who sees them wants one! Thank you to Megan and the Printing Center USA team.” Robyn Johnson
From Idea to Sell-Out Success
The success of the Lookout Volunteer Fire Department’s calendar fundraiser shows the power of pairing a great idea with the right support team. By working with PrintingCenterUSA, the department was able to turn a simple concept into a meaningful project that inspired community involvement and exceeded fundraising expectations. As Robyn Johnson put it best, “Everyone who sees them wants one.”
