HOW IT WORKS
A Charity Craft Party That Gives Back
Our fundraising program is designed to be simple for organizers and genuinely fun for participants.
Your supporters register for a guided DIY workshop, enjoy a creative night out, and leave with a handmade project they are proud to take home. In return, your organization receives up to 15% of all event sales to put toward your cause.
There’s no complicated ticketing system, no guesswork, and no cleanup to worry about. We take care of the projects, materials, instruction, and mess.
All you need to do is spread the word, invite your supporters, and show up ready to make, laugh, and create—all while giving back to a cause that matters to your community.
EVENT OPTIONS
Flexible Formats for Your Group Fundraising Experience
We offer three different ways to host a creative fundraising experience, making it easy to choose the option that works best for your organization and supporters.
Host Your Event at Our Studio
Bring your group to our Shrewsbury DIY workshop for a fun, hands-on creative experience. In-studio fundraising events can accommodate up to 18 guests and are perfect for smaller groups looking for a more intimate gathering. A $50 deposit is required to secure your in-studio fundraiser date.
Bring the Workshop to Your Community
Prefer to host at your own location? Our mobile workshops can travel throughout our service area, from York, PA to Hunt Valley, MD. Off-site events require a minimum of 15 participants. Locations between 20 and 60 miles from our Shrewsbury studio are subject to a $40 travel fee.
Fundraise with Hammer @ Home Kits
Want to reach supporters beyond a single event? Our Hammer @ Home kits offer a flexible fundraising option that allows participants to create on their own schedule while still supporting your organization.
No matter which option you choose, we’ll help make fundraising creative, fun, and easy for your group.
WHO IT IS FOR
Perfect for Schools, Nonprofits, and Community Groups
Whether you’re organizing a school fundraiser, supporting a local nonprofit, or bringing your community together around a meaningful cause, a Hammer & Stain fundraising event is a fun and engaging option for groups of all kinds.
Churches, sports teams, parent organizations, charitable foundations, and community groups can all benefit from a fundraising experience that offers something more interactive than a traditional bake sale or raffle.
Participants enjoy a genuinely fun night out, create a handmade project to take home, and have the satisfaction of knowing their participation is helping support something meaningful.
No art or crafting experience is needed. Our instructors guide guests through the project step-by-step, allowing everyone to relax, enjoy the experience, and focus on making memories while giving back to a cause they care about.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A Night Your Supporters Will Talk About
Every fundraiser at Hammer & Stain Shrewsbury is an instructor-led creative experience designed to bring people together for a fun night out while supporting a meaningful cause.
Guests can choose from our available project options, select their favorite stain and paint colors from more than 42 choices, and create a finished piece they’ll be proud to display at home. Project options range from framed wood signs and doormats to seasonal décor and more, with select projects starting at $25.
Adult guests are welcome to bring their own beverages and snacks, helping create a relaxed, social atmosphere where supporters can gather, laugh, and create together.
Because many of our projects are made with natural wood, every finished piece has its own unique character. Knots, grain variations, and other natural details are part of what makes each handmade project truly one of a kind.
To ensure everything is prepared and ready for your event, project selections require advance preparation. Guests should register no later than 7 days before the event date, giving our team time to prepare each project and gather all necessary materials.
Fundraiser Event FAQs
Your organization receives up to 15% of all eligible sales generated during your fundraiser event.
The more participants you bring in, the greater your fundraising potential. Since guests can choose from a variety of project options at different price points, encouraging your supporters to attend and share the event is the best way to maximize the amount raised for your organization.
There is no cap on the amount your organization can earn. Sales are tracked through our booking system, and your donation is calculated based on the total eligible revenue generated during your event.
The more you create together, the more you can give back to your cause!
In-studio fundraiser events require a minimum of 6 participants and can accommodate up to 18 guests, depending on the projects selected and studio setup.
Have a larger group or prefer to host your fundraiser at your own location? Our mobile fundraising option may be a better fit. Off-site events require a minimum of 15 participants.
Once your event is booked, all guests must register at least 7 days before the event so our team has time to prepare the selected projects and gather all necessary materials.
Whether your group is large or small, we’ll help you find the fundraising option that works best for your organization!
Yes! We offer mobile fundraising workshops for organizations that would prefer to host their event at their own location.
Our mobile service area extends from York, PA to Hunt Valley, MD. Off-site events require a minimum of 15 participants.
Travel within 20 miles of our Shrewsbury studio is included at no additional charge. For locations between 20 and 60 miles away, a $40 travel fee applies.
Your organization simply needs to provide tables, chairs, and trash bins for the event space. We’ll bring everything else, including the projects, materials, tools, supplies, and instructor-led guidance.
You provide the space and supporters—we’ll bring the creativity!
No problem! We offer Hammer @ Home Kits as a way to extend your fundraiser beyond the in-person event.
These DIY kits allow supporters to participate from home and include the materials and supplies needed to complete their project independently. Each kit also includes instructions to help guide them through the creative process.
Hammer @ Home Kits are a great option for supporters who want to contribute to your cause but are unable to attend the fundraiser in person.
Each kit is priced at the base project cost, plus a $5 preparation fee.
This gives your organization another way to reach supporters, raise additional funds, and make participation possible for those with busy schedules or who live outside the area.
Not at all! No prior art, painting, or crafting experience is needed to participate in a Hammer & Stain fundraiser workshop.
Every event is fully instructor-led, with our team guiding participants through each step of the project from start to finish. No one is expected to arrive knowing how to paint, stain, or work with wood—we’re here to help every step of the way.
The goal is to create a fun, relaxed experience where everyone feels comfortable getting creative and leaves with a handmade project they are proud to take home and display.
It’s just as much a social night as it is a creative one—giving your supporters a chance to gather, laugh, create, and connect while supporting a cause that matters to them.
We recommend booking your fundraiser as early as possible, especially if you have a preferred date in mind or are planning during a busy season.
While project materials require a minimum of 48 hours for preparation, all guests must register no later than 7 days before the event date. This gives our team enough time to finalize project selections, prepare materials, and ensure everything is ready for your group.
Reaching out several weeks in advance gives your organization the best opportunity to secure your preferred date and choose from the widest selection of available project options.