For the past 31 years, African-American Expressions has generated millions of dollars for black schools, black churches, and various other organizations all over the world through our fundraising program, benefiting countless individuals since 1991.
Why Choose African American Gifts for Fundraising?
Our commitment to change and representation extends beyond our products - it is deeply rooted in our passion for empowering the leaders of tomorrow. With products available for all budgets, our catalogs suit each type of cause and every kind of customer. You don’t need to be an expert salesperson to run a successful African-American Expressions fundraising campaign: Our catalogs and products speak for themselves!
You earn 40% of everything you sell! Become a part of our AAE family and start selling today!
Getting Started: A Simple 1, 2, 3 Process
Fundraising is easy as 1, 2, 3!
- Share the Catalog
Request up to 15 FREE catalogs to pass around. Each catalog comes with its own order form inside, perfect for collecting and keeping track of up to 15 individual orders! Or access our digital catalog for easy online sharing. - Collect Orders
Once you’ve collected all your orders, make sure to tally up and transfer all the orders from the white order form in the catalog to the YELLOW FUNDRAISING ORDER FORM that was received with your packet (This order form contains your discounted pricing so make sure to keep it separate from other selling materials). - Establish Your Fundraiser
Your first fundraising order for EVERY catalog season must equal $200 at the discounted rate (calculated using the yellow order form), but there's NO MINIMUM required for all subsequent orders during that same catalog season. (Don't forget to factor in shipping costs and send along with your payment) Optional: Establish your fundraiser by purchasing 2 Kits.
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Understanding the Fundraising Seasons
There are 2 seasons a year. Each running about 6 months long.
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- The Spring season starts March 1st and ends at the end of August.
- The Christmas season begins September 1st and ends at the end of February.
A minimum order will need to be placed each season to receive the discounted prices and to continue making commissions from our Affiliate program.
Spotlight on Unique Products
Mah Melanin Collection
Welcome to the empowering world of Mah Melanin, where we believe in nurturing the seeds of innovation and entrepreneurship in the minds of young trailblazers. Our journey began with a simple thought - why shouldn't our beloved characters reflect the richness and diversity of the world around us? We are a small, dynamic business with a grand vision.
Christmas in July
Who says you have to wait until winter?
Our Christmas in July section is live and full of Mah Melanin favorites-gift wrap, blankets, and meaningful designs that actually feel personal. Created to reflect real families and real moments, these festive finds won’t last long.
Unique Designer Christmas Cards
Shop with peace of mind. Our unique designer Christmas cards are treasured keepsakes that friends and family will hold dear, long after the season is over.
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Birthday Girl Figurine Collection
Mark the milestones of her childhood with this beautifully crafted Birthday Girl Figurine Collection-featuring an adorable design for each year from newborn to age 16. Whether you're commemorating her first steps or her sweet sixteen, these charming keepsakes are a timeless way to celebrate her growth year after year. Each figurine is made of high-quality cold cast resin and hand-painted with love and care, capturing the joyful innocence, personality, and blossoming spirit of young Black girls at every age.
Zion & Sunshine
From the acclaimed artistic collaboration of Kenneth Gatewood and Charles Bibbs comes Zion & Sunshine. Zion is a radiant portrayal of strength, innocence, and heritage through the eyes of a young boy. Sunshine is rich with texture, symbolism, and storybook charm. It's a vibrant celebration of childhood wonder and cultural imagination. Honor the legacy of our youth and the beauty of cultural expression.
The Unbroken Chain
The Unbroken Chain: From Convict Leasing to For-Profit Prisons After the abolition of slavery, the South faced an economic crisis.
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