In Sweden, fundraising is a natural part of growing up especially for school trips, sports teams, and youth adventures. Young people regularly sell candles, chocolates, or household items to fund meaningful experiences. At Collective Sales, we’ve taken this tried-and-tested model and tailored it for UK youth groups. Whether you’re part of a Scout troop, Guide unit, or school committee, there’s a lot to learn from Sweden’s community-driven approach to raising funds.
What UK groups can learn from Sweden’s fundraising culture
In Sweden, over 60% of schools and youth groups run product-based fundraisers every year. It’s a system built on community, trust, and ease and one that’s stood the test of time. Candles are one of the most popular fundraising products in Sweden and for good reason.
So, why has it worked so well?
Bringing the Swedish spirit to UK youth fundraising
When we launched Collective Sales in the UK, we knew we wanted to bring that same low-risk, high-impact fundraising model to groups here. Whether you’re a PTA, Scout group, Guide unit, or school class, our goal is to make UK product fundraising feel modern, meaningful, and manageable.
Here’s how we’ve adapted the Swedish tradition:
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Beautiful, practical candles that people genuinely want to buy, perfect for seasonal fundraising or gift ideas
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Custom branding included, your group’s logo or slogan printed on every candle sleeve (for free!)
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No upfront payment, we deliver first, and you only pay after your fundraiser
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Free delivery, no minimum order, and free returns
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Created for real leaders and volunteers, flexible and easy to fit around your group’s needs
Fundraising the Swedish way: simple, social, and supportive
Product fundraising isn’t just nostalgic — it’s practical, effective, and rooted in community spirit. Young people are empowered to raise funds themselves, and the entire community gets involved in a small, supportive way.
Now, through Collective Sales, we’re introducing this mindset to the UK. Whether you’re fundraising for a trip, building a new Guide centre, or covering camp costs, our model offers a flexible, meaningful way to reach your goal, while also building confidence and community along the way.
Want to give Collective Sales a try?
If your PTA, Scout group, school class or youth organisation is planning a trip or community project, we’d love to support you.
You can explore our Fundraising Toolkit, it’s packed with tips, printable planning tools, and a supporter letter you can customise.
And if you’d like to see the candles in person before deciding, we’re always happy to post a free sample.
Let’s bring a beloved Swedish tradition to life, and make UK fundraising simpler, smarter, and a little more joyful.
If your PTA, Scout group, school class or youth organisation is planning a trip or community project, we’d love to support you.
You can explore our Fundraising Toolkit, it’s packed with tips, printable planning tools, and a supporter letter you can customise.
And if you’d like to see the candles in person before deciding, we’re always happy to post a free sample.
Let’s bring a beloved Swedish tradition to life, and make UK fundraising simpler, smarter, and a little more joyful.
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