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Expert Variety Fundraiser Services & Event Planning

Raise more with easy-to-run Variety fundraiser services, premium confectionery products, online sales options, and start-to-finish event planning support. Van Wyk Confections helps schools, clubs, sports teams, churches, and nonprofit groups build profitable campaigns with nationally supported distribution, simple seller programs, and trusted fundraising products designed to make participation straightforward for organizers and supporters alike.

Volunteers selling candy for a fundraiser

Our Variety Fundraiser Services & Event Planning Services

Flexible fundraising programs, online sales, distributor guidance, and planning support for profitable group campaigns.

Fundraiser Setup

Build a campaign around proven candy, popcorn, and snack products with accessible selling prices, flexible formats, and support designed for schools, teams, churches, and nonprofit groups.

Order Taker

Use brochures and order forms to collect supporter purchases, then receive products for organized distribution through your group, team, or event volunteers.

Online Sales

Offer a 100% online popcorn program with ship-to-home convenience, eliminating paper forms, cash handling, and product delivery responsibilities for organizers.

Profit Planning

Review product options, quantities, selling prices, shipping considerations, and incentive choices to understand how your group can work toward 40–50% profit.

Distributor Support

Connect with professional fundraising distributors who provide personalized guidance, program recommendations, and practical support from campaign launch through completion.

Seller Incentives

Encourage participation with gift card giveaway opportunities, extra review-based entries, and engaging incentives that help motivate sellers and supporters.

Simple Profitable Programs

Fundraising Programs Built For Real Results

Van Wyk Confections makes Variety fundraiser services and event planning easier with proven products, flexible selling formats, and practical guidance. From traditional order taker programs to online ship-to-home popcorn sales, your group can choose a format that fits your audience, timeline, and volunteers while benefiting from nationwide distribution and fundraising expertise built since 2000.

Fundraising event table with candy products
Millions Raised Nationwide

Fundraising Success

Helping schools, teams, churches, and nonprofits raise funds through easy, proven product programs.

"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

"Van Wyk Confections has made our fundraising simplified and seamless. Will definitely utilize their services again in the future."

John Reynolds
John Reynolds

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

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Really love the idea of them fundraising with variety of treats! They all taste so good and I also enjoy selling them out to people."

Renee
Renee

"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

"Great customer service and great selections for our fundraising needs"

Jake Higgins
Jake Higgins

"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

"Loved the variety of fundraising snacks!"

Rebecca Weaver
Rebecca Weaver

"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)

"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

"Van Wyk Confections has made our fundraising simplified and seamless. Will definitely utilize their services again in the future."

John Reynolds
John Reynolds

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

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Really love the idea of them fundraising with variety of treats! They all taste so good and I also enjoy selling them out to people."

Renee
Renee

"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

"Great customer service and great selections for our fundraising needs"

Jake Higgins
Jake Higgins

"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

"Loved the variety of fundraising snacks!"

Rebecca Weaver
Rebecca Weaver

"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)

"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

"Van Wyk Confections has made our fundraising simplified and seamless. Will definitely utilize their services again in the future."

John Reynolds
John Reynolds

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

Holly Cavalier
Holly Cavalier

"Really love the idea of them fundraising with variety of treats! They all taste so good and I also enjoy selling them out to people."

Renee
Renee

"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

"Great customer service and great selections for our fundraising needs"

Jake Higgins
Jake Higgins

"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

"Loved the variety of fundraising snacks!"

Rebecca Weaver
Rebecca Weaver

"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 combines proven products, experienced support, and flexible fundraising options.

Experience

Over 26 years helping groups run easier, more profitable fundraising programs.

High Profit

Earn 40–50% profit on many programs with practical planning support.

Nationwide Reach

More than 10 warehouses support fast, reliable delivery for groups nationwide.

Full Support

Programs include guidance, resources, and distributor support from launch to completion.

Meet Our Fundraising Team

Experienced fundraising professionals supporting groups from start to finish.

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

What is the variety charity?

Variety is commonly known as a children’s charity network that helps children facing illness, disability, or disadvantage gain access to care, mobility, education, and community opportunities. If your group is raising funds for a Variety chapter or related cause, a product fundraiser can provide a simple way for supporters to contribute through easy, everyday purchases.

What is Variety children's charity?

How much profit can our fundraiser earn?

Can we run our fundraiser online and in person?

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What products are available for fundraising events?

How does delivery work for fundraising orders?

Is there a minimum order requirement?

Still Have Fundraising Questions?

Get practical answers before you launch your next campaign.

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Awards and Recognition

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AFRDS Member

Promotes ethical fundraising industry standards.

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Since 2000

Trusted fundraising supplier since 2000.

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4.9 Star Rated

Strong customer feedback across hundreds of reviews.

Plan Your Next Fundraiser With Confidence

Tell us about your group, fundraising goal, timeline, and preferred selling style. A fundraising representative can help you review product options, profit potential, and the best program structure.

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.