Start by forming a task force or volunteer group and identifying your target audience. For schools or colleges, this might include current students, alumni, and staff. Marketing methods include mailers, emails, newsletters, social media, booths at events (like homecomings, parades, and festivals), personal visits to local businesses, and community promotions.

An open-ended timeline tends to generate the most donations. This also gives your organization the flexibility to continue accepting orders even after bricks have been installed, allowing ongoing fundraising opportunities.

Yes. Offering multiple brick sizes gives donors a variety of price points to choose from. Individuals and families often choose the standard size, while businesses or major donors might prefer larger bricks with custom logos.

Skelly’s Specialty Engraving can supply all the bricks for your order. We offer a catalog of colors and sizes and can send engraved samples upon request.

As a general rule, there are about 4.5 (4"x8") bricks or 2.25 (8"x8") bricks per square foot. Multiply your total square footage by these values to estimate your needs. Always order an extra 5–8% to account for cutting and breakage.

We recommend contacting at least three local landscape contractors (preferably BBB-accredited or affiliated with a landscape association) who can provide references. Ask for design drawings, consistent bids, and installation specs to ensure proper placement and maintenance. Clear communication will help prevent unexpected costs later.