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Engaging Spirit Night Fundraiser — Local Community Event

Bring your school, club, team, church, or nonprofit together with a Spirit Night Fundraiser — Local Community Event supported by proven confectionery programs, high-profit products, and start-to-finish guidance. Van Wyk Confections helps groups create easy, engaging fundraising moments with crowd-pleasing treats, flexible ordering options, nationwide delivery, and resources designed to make participation simple for organizers, sellers, and supporters.

Community spirit night fundraiser with candy and popcorn sales

Our Spirit Night Fundraiser Services

Flexible fundraising programs, products, and support to help local events raise more with less complexity.

Start Fundraising

Launch an easy-to-run fundraiser with popular confectionery products, flexible selling prices, and support from start to finish for schools, clubs, sports teams, churches, and nonprofit groups.

Profit Programs

Most Van Wyk Confections programs help groups earn 40-50% profit, with margins influenced by product choice, quantities, shipping method, location, and incentives.

Order Taker

Use brochures or order forms to collect supporter purchases before products are delivered to your organization for organized distribution after the event or campaign.

Online Sales

Offer a 100% online popcorn fundraising option with ship-to-home convenience, reducing cash handling, paper forms, and local delivery responsibilities for organizers.

Distributor Support

Work with professional fundraising distributors who provide personalized support, product recommendations, profit guidance, and practical help throughout your campaign.

Fundraising Resources

Access product information, consultant guidance, and support materials designed to help groups plan, promote, and manage more successful fundraising campaigns.

Volunteers organizing candy products for a spirit night fundraiser

Our Simple Spirit Night Fundraising Process

Define Your Fundraising Goal

Start by identifying your group’s fundraising goal, expected participation, and preferred event timing. Van Wyk Confections can help connect your organization with support that fits schools, clubs, sports teams, churches, and nonprofit groups.

Choose Crowd-Pleasing Products

Set Up The Selling Method

Promote Your Spirit Night

Deliver And Celebrate Results

Trusted By Groups

Fundraising Success

Schools, teams, churches, and nonprofits rely on Van Wyk Confections for simple, profitable fundraising support.

"Delicious pretzels! Everyone loved them. Easy to sell and great fundraiser."

J Eve
J Eve

"Van Wyk's fortune cookies and pretzel rods put them over the top, in my book. With great service and a great product, they made choosing a fundraising program an easy choice."

Brett Kacanda
Brett Kacanda

"Fundraiser experience was great. Chocolate bars taste great. And my daughter had a blast selling the bars."

Angel Michalak
Angel Michalak

"great pretzels and amazing service"

Holden Elliott
Holden Elliott

"Always enjoy fundraiser time with this company! Products are delicious and folks always ask for more day in and day out. Simple to do and extremely easy to deal with this company. This review is on behalf of my 11 yr old daughter that loves fundraiser time as well."

stacy mccullar
stacy mccullar

"Such an amazing place with an amazing experience!"

Animal Lover
Animal Lover

"Great fund raiser and taste amazing. Try your pretzel rods today."

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Great place, great pretzels!"

Lets Fail
Lets Fail

"Great fundraiser! Everyone loved them! Very delicious and would definitely do again!"

Blake Dobyns
Blake Dobyns

"Service is wonderful and the products taste amazing! Especially the pretzel Rods!"

Joanne Cordero
Joanne Cordero

"I recently ordered the chocolate covered pretzels for a Boy Scout fundraiser and am extremely pleased with the quality of the product as well as the customer service from Dan. I called a couple times with questions before ordering and he was very helpful and pleasant to work with. The..."

Tamara Hembury
Tamara Hembury

"Good fundraiser experience!"

Angelee Fisher
Angelee Fisher

"The fundraiser is awesome and it was fun to help raise money!"

Shymon Gurung
Shymon Gurung

"loved the snacks and variety for fundraising."

Leslie Orta
Leslie Orta

"This was my First time doing a Fundraiser on my Own and My Experience was Great. The Customers were Satisfied with Chocolate Bars we had Available and Me & the Group was Please with the Amount we Raised just in Profits. We plan to Organize another Fundraiser Soon."

Christopher Magee (985Chris)
Christopher Magee (985Chris)

"Delicious pretzels! Everyone loved them. Easy to sell and great fundraiser."

J Eve
J Eve

"Van Wyk's fortune cookies and pretzel rods put them over the top, in my book. With great service and a great product, they made choosing a fundraising program an easy choice."

Brett Kacanda
Brett Kacanda

"Fundraiser experience was great. Chocolate bars taste great. And my daughter had a blast selling the bars."

Angel Michalak
Angel Michalak

"great pretzels and amazing service"

Holden Elliott
Holden Elliott

"Always enjoy fundraiser time with this company! Products are delicious and folks always ask for more day in and day out. Simple to do and extremely easy to deal with this company. This review is on behalf of my 11 yr old daughter that loves fundraiser time as well."

stacy mccullar
stacy mccullar

"Such an amazing place with an amazing experience!"

Animal Lover
Animal Lover

"Great fund raiser and taste amazing. Try your pretzel rods today."

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Great place, great pretzels!"

Lets Fail
Lets Fail

"Great fundraiser! Everyone loved them! Very delicious and would definitely do again!"

Blake Dobyns
Blake Dobyns

"Service is wonderful and the products taste amazing! Especially the pretzel Rods!"

Joanne Cordero
Joanne Cordero

"I recently ordered the chocolate covered pretzels for a Boy Scout fundraiser and am extremely pleased with the quality of the product as well as the customer service from Dan. I called a couple times with questions before ordering and he was very helpful and pleasant to work with. The..."

Tamara Hembury
Tamara Hembury

"Good fundraiser experience!"

Angelee Fisher
Angelee Fisher

"The fundraiser is awesome and it was fun to help raise money!"

Shymon Gurung
Shymon Gurung

"loved the snacks and variety for fundraising."

Leslie Orta
Leslie Orta

"This was my First time doing a Fundraiser on my Own and My Experience was Great. The Customers were Satisfied with Chocolate Bars we had Available and Me & the Group was Please with the Amount we Raised just in Profits. We plan to Organize another Fundraiser Soon."

Christopher Magee (985Chris)
Christopher Magee (985Chris)

"Delicious pretzels! Everyone loved them. Easy to sell and great fundraiser."

J Eve
J Eve

"Van Wyk's fortune cookies and pretzel rods put them over the top, in my book. With great service and a great product, they made choosing a fundraising program an easy choice."

Brett Kacanda
Brett Kacanda

"Fundraiser experience was great. Chocolate bars taste great. And my daughter had a blast selling the bars."

Angel Michalak
Angel Michalak

"great pretzels and amazing service"

Holden Elliott
Holden Elliott

"Always enjoy fundraiser time with this company! Products are delicious and folks always ask for more day in and day out. Simple to do and extremely easy to deal with this company. This review is on behalf of my 11 yr old daughter that loves fundraiser time as well."

stacy mccullar
stacy mccullar

"Such an amazing place with an amazing experience!"

Animal Lover
Animal Lover

"Great fund raiser and taste amazing. Try your pretzel rods today."

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Great place, great pretzels!"

Lets Fail
Lets Fail

"Great fundraiser! Everyone loved them! Very delicious and would definitely do again!"

Blake Dobyns
Blake Dobyns

"Service is wonderful and the products taste amazing! Especially the pretzel Rods!"

Joanne Cordero
Joanne Cordero

"I recently ordered the chocolate covered pretzels for a Boy Scout fundraiser and am extremely pleased with the quality of the product as well as the customer service from Dan. I called a couple times with questions before ordering and he was very helpful and pleasant to work with. The..."

Tamara Hembury
Tamara Hembury

"Good fundraiser experience!"

Angelee Fisher
Angelee Fisher

"The fundraiser is awesome and it was fun to help raise money!"

Shymon Gurung
Shymon Gurung

"loved the snacks and variety for fundraising."

Leslie Orta
Leslie Orta

"This was my First time doing a Fundraiser on my Own and My Experience was Great. The Customers were Satisfied with Chocolate Bars we had Available and Me & the Group was Please with the Amount we Raised just in Profits. We plan to Organize another Fundraiser Soon."

Christopher Magee (985Chris)
Christopher Magee (985Chris)
The Van Wyk Difference

Why Choose Van Wyk Confections?

Van Wyk Confections makes fundraising easier, more profitable, and more engaging for every group.

High Profit

Most programs help groups earn 40-50% profit with simple pricing and proven product appeal.

Full Support

Fundraising consultants and distributors guide planning, product selection, and campaign execution from start to finish.

Fast Delivery

Over 10 warehouses help provide fast nationwide delivery for community events and group campaigns.

Unique Products

Original products like ONE DOLLAR BAR and Pretzel RODS keep supporters excited to participate.

Meet The Fundraising Team

Experienced fundraising professionals supporting groups nationwide.

Portrait of Mark Van Wyk, Founder and Owner of Van Wyk Confections

Mark Van Wyk

Founder and Owner

Mark Van Wyk is the Founder and Owner of Van Wyk Confections, the visionary behind the company's launch in 2000 with the creation of the Original ONE DOLLAR BAR. With over 35 years of experience in marketing, sales, and the fundraising industry, Mark's creativity and strategic insight are woven into every product and program the company offers. He has served multiple terms on the board of AFRDS, the Association for Fundraising Distributors and Suppliers, demonstrating his commitment to professionalism and ethical standards across the industry. Under his leadership, Van Wyk Confections has helped non-profit groups nationwide raise over $50 million for their causes. Mark's passion for innovation continues to drive the company forward, ensuring schools, clubs, sports teams, and churches have access to easy-to-run, highly profitable fundraising programs.

Portrait of Erica Van Wyk, team member at Van Wyk Confections

Erica Van Wyk

Erica Van Wyk is a valued member of the Van Wyk Confections team, contributing to the company's ongoing mission of delivering innovative, high-quality fundraising products to schools, clubs, sports teams, and non-profit organizations nationwide. As part of a dedicated family-owned business with over 26 years of experience in the confectionery and fundraising industry, Erica plays an integral role in supporting the company's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. Van Wyk Confections takes pride in offering easy-to-run, highly profitable programs, and Erica's contributions help ensure that every organization they work with receives the full support needed to reach their fundraising goals from start to finish.

Portrait of Scott Van Andel, Operations and Distribution Leader at Van Wyk Confections

Scott Van Andel

Scott Van Andel has been a cornerstone of the Van Wyk Confections team since 2005, bringing strong leadership and organizational expertise to every facet of the business. Over nearly two decades, Scott has played a pivotal role in developing innovative new products, coordinating the company's expansive network of over 10 distribution centers across the nation, and building a team of experienced fundraising professionals. His efforts have been instrumental in ensuring fast, reliable nationwide delivery and exceptional support for schools, clubs, sports teams, and non-profit organizations. Scott's dedication to operational excellence helps Van Wyk Confections deliver on its promise of easy-to-run, highly profitable fundraising programs, ensuring every client is fully supported from start to finish.

Portrait of Chris Laverty, Marketing and Graphic Design Lead at Van Wyk Confections

Chris Laverty

Chris Laverty has been the creative force behind Van Wyk Confections' marketing and graphic design since joining the team in 2009. As the lead developer of new and innovative products, Chris is responsible for driving brand growth and ensuring every product, display, and campaign reflects the company's commitment to quality and creativity. Her expertise spans product design, tradeshow presentations, custom brochures, website development, and social media strategy. Chris's relentless pursuit of fresh concepts and balanced aesthetics keeps Van Wyk Confections at the forefront of the fundraising industry, helping schools, clubs, and non-profit organizations connect with exciting products that drive results. Her passion for innovation ensures the company's offerings remain visually compelling and highly marketable nationwide.

Portrait of Sheryl Walker, team member at Van Wyk Confections

Sheryl Walker

Sheryl Walker is a dedicated member of the Van Wyk Confections team, supporting the company's mission to provide innovative, high-quality fundraising solutions to non-profit organizations, schools, sports teams, and clubs across the nation. As part of a family-owned business with over 26 years of experience in the confectionery and fundraising industry, Sheryl contributes to the company's reputation for outstanding customer support and operational excellence. Van Wyk Confections is committed to ensuring every fundraising group is fully supported from start to finish, and Sheryl's efforts play an important role in upholding that promise and helping organizations across the country achieve their fundraising goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money does a spirit night raise?

A spirit night can raise very different amounts depending on attendance, product choice, seller participation, and how well the event is promoted. With Van Wyk Confections programs, many products offer 40-50% profit margins, giving groups a clear path to estimate earnings. A local representative or fundraising consultant can help project results based on group size, cases ordered, and sales goals.

Is a spirit night the same as a fundraiser?

What products work best for a spirit night fundraiser?

What profit margin can our group earn?

Do you help groups plan the fundraiser?

Can we run the fundraiser online?

How soon can we start selling?

Are there incentives for participants or supporters?

Still Have Fundraising Questions?

Get clear answers before choosing your spirit night program.

Trusted Fundraising Support

Awards and Recognition

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AFRDS Member

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4.9 Star Rating

Trusted by hundreds of customer reviewers.

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Since 2000

Product innovation for fundraising since 2000.

Plan Your Spirit Night Fundraiser

Share your group size, timing, and fundraising goals, and Van Wyk Confections will help you choose the right program and next steps.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (303) 346-9453. You can also send us a quick email at info@vanwykconfections.com.