April 28th, 2010 Admin
Are you interested in fashion? There are various ways you can make a fashion statement. But have you ever thought that you can be fashionable and support a charitable cause at the same time? You might feel a little confused but this is really possible.
You might have heard about the awareness rubber wristbands. These bands can be worn on the wrist. These bands generally have some messages printed or embossed on them, or perhaps representative symbols. And of course, any kind of message can be printed around the rubber band.
You can add any words or phrases that fit your organization. Each one of us supports a particular cause so this is a good way to help a good cause. We can wear a bracelet which speaks out about the cause. While promoting awareness of a particular cause, the wristband can look quite fashionable. There is bound to be a colored wristband that can accent your day’s attire.
This is the reason why the rubber wristbands are so popular these days. If you have an organization which supports a cause you can easily utilize these wristbands as a fund raiser for your organization.
Other than raising funds you can even create as well as increase the awareness of the people about certain ideals. There are a variety of bands available these days. The first example of this technique was the live strong wristbands which became extremely popular.
Other uses have been to make bands which support cancer treatment and awareness, donating blood. and so many other causes. If you want you can even customize the band according to your needs. You simply need place your message on the wristband that you and your organization support.
When the live strong rubber band was introduced in the market it was an instant hit. Lots of people got these bands for themselves as well as others. The popularity of these bands is on the rise. After so many years these bands are equally popular. The cost of these bands is also cheap.
It does not take much to produce these rubber wristbands. Organizations and businesses usually can sell these wristbands for $1 or $2. Lots of people can afford the price and they are also happy to support a good cause. The rubber wristbands are available in various colors, and all representing numerous causes that could use our support.
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April 21st, 2010 Admin
People change their fashion statement from time to time. There are lots of items which are quite popular for creating a style. At this point of time the fashion statement has rested on the wristbands. You might have come across the rubber bracelets which is present in almost all the wrist these days.
These bands are used for various purposes. First of all these bracelets are used for certain charitable purposes. Other than this with the help of these rubber wristbands you can even show a support for a particular cause.
Other than these two serious things you can also create a fashion statement of your own with the help of these products. There are various stores which sell these items. Other than this you can even purchase them from the internet.
There are various websites where you can find the examples of different kinds of rubber bracelets. You can choose the one that suits you the most. These bands became so popular that most of the charitable and nonprofit organizations utilize them to help people support their cause.
These bracelets are actually very good in fund raising. There are certain guidelines that can help you choose your rubber bracelet quickly. There are various designs available. You might feel confused about which to buy and which not.
One of the popular designs is the debossed design. You can customize these bands according to your needs. You can choose the words and the phrases which you want to be written on the bracelet. These letters are molded on the rubber bracelets.
This design has been used by a number of people to support a cause. The other design is the printed silicone band. This design is also quite fashionable. These bands are strong and they are known to last for a longer period of time. The other design popular is the embossed design.
These rubber bands can also be customized according to your needs. Finally you can also choose the laser made bands. These are usually designed in the machines. This type is becoming more popular day by day for showing support.
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March 26th, 2010 Admin
Rubber bracelets significantly originated with the Live Strong bracelets becoming popular in 2004. They came for charitable purposes, to raise awareness against cancer. Many youngsters were seen flaunting these bracelets on their wrists. This became a strong style statement, at the same time it showed that they were aware of what was going wrong with the world. They don’t care about meaningless fashion. There is a message that comes out of their get up.
Types of Rubber Bracelets
These rubber bracelets come in several colors. They are mainly bright colors. This is deliberately made so that they don’t go unnoticed. The popular colors are yellow, pink, striped designs, blue, white etc. They symbolize causes for which they stand. They stand for certain sensitive causes.
How Did The Rubber Bracelet Gain Popularity?
The rubber bracelets became popular with the Live Strong bracelets. The story behind these bracelets is that Lance Armstrong was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 25. But instead of surrendering to the disease, he bravely fought it and successfully defeated it.
So this stands as an example before all those who are victimized with this malignant disease. The funds that were collected by selling these bracelets were used in research work on cancer.
Social worker and TV personality Opera Winfrey called Armstrong on her talk show and on this event, distributed these Live Strong bands for free. This made these bands even more popular.
Different bracelets of different colors stand for different causes. For example, pink colored rubber bracelets stand for breast cancer. White and blue colored bracelets were for relief operations to the tsunami victims.
Rubber Bracelets Serve As Fund Raising Products
The most popular and effective method of fund raising is through rubber bracelets. Many international / national organizations are following this method of fund raising. This is followed even by local groups who are planning to collect money for the purpose of charity.
This is a cost effective method and does not require expensive expenditure. The rubber bracelets are easy and inexpensive to produce. If you market them well, you can sell them for very high prices. This will be very effective in raising more and more money. These rubber bracelets have mass recognition. The youth use them as a fashion accessory, too. They can sell like hot cakes, if marketed well.
You can customize these bracelets to fit any purpose. You can put catchy logos on these bracelets to attract customers. These have to be short and precise. In spite of this, these logos must be powerful enough to get your message through. Rubber bracelets are all about style and awareness.
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March 15th, 2010 Admin
Charity bracelets come with the dual purpose of raising charity as well as making a style statement. They are a trendy and inexpensive way to serve the purpose that they are meant for. Charity bracelets have been flaunted by many Hollywood stars and socialites. This has increased their value in the eyes of the people.
Charity bracelets come with a message. The message that they convey is usually a social message with the purpose of spreading awareness. You can coordinate a nice charity bracelet with a fashionable to a social event. This is an interesting blend of culture and fashion. You are showing that you care for the society but not in a stereotypical way. You have your own special way.
Many designs which we can incorporate in our styles are put up on the internet. We can transform a normal bracelet into a charity bracelet by adding a symbol of a particular awareness on it.
How It All Started
The trend of charity bracelets started with the live strong silicone bracelets. They were yellow in color. They are known as Lance Armstrong bracelets. Lance Armstrong was 25 years old when he was attacked with cancer. He fought the disease bravely and got cured. So, these charity bracelets are a movement to fight cancer bravely. They also stand in favor of cancer research.
These bracelets were well promoted and they got a good response in the market. Their popularity reached its zenith as Oprah Winfrey invited Lance Armstrong to her talk show and distributed these silicone bracelets to her audience. These bracelets are inexpensive. They serve the cause of charity as well as make a style statement.
Not only these yellow bracelets but many other rubber bracelets are available in the market as charity bracelets. They come in bright colors like blue, pink, striped, or just about any other color, and the charity bracelets are usually made of silicone rubber. They are used in order to promote several causes like AIDS awareness, awareness of diabetes, awareness against violence, awareness of animal rights to mention a few.
Fund-raising Purposes
Charity bracelets are commonly used for the purpose of raising funds for many different causes. Many schools and churches raise funds through charity bracelets. Many clubs and other groups also do the same. Charity bracelets are a cost effective way to raising funds and can be quite trendy as well.
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March 11th, 2010 Admin
Cancer awareness bracelets are the most manufactured bracelet types. It’s time that you showed that you really care. The overall medical cost to treat a cancer patient is extremely expensive and unsustainable for most individuals. Countries around the world are grappling with treatment of cancer patients. It is the single largest killer in the world.
At recent estimates, there are around 10 million cases and almost an equal number of deaths due to cancer. The most common forms being, lung and breast cancer. It can hit anyone, anytime. If you want to fight for a helping cause, this should be it. Creating awareness with such bracelets surely goes a long way in preventing and correctly diagnosing cancer.
Color Coding
For example, the amber bracelet stands for appendix cancer, pink ones being for breast cancer awareness and orange for blood cancer. Choose the color, for which you want to raise awareness. Cancer awareness bracelets spread a crucial and helpful message. Know more about the disease, educate people around you. Answer the frequently asked questions about cancer and its related diseases. You can save millions of lives, with just a little bracelet!
These bracelets are available in trendy and fashionable designs at throw-away prices. Some bracelets even come with sparkling jewels which you can wear with your favorite dress, at the same time standing for a cause. Be a part of leading non-profit organizations. Do your part for humanity.
One of the many problems in societies around the world is that there is very less knowledge about the severe illness; most think that it will never happen to them. Little do they realize that it can strike anyone at any age and not necessarily people with past history of the disease. Wearing the cancer awareness bracelets give out the message that, “Hey, it can happen to you or your beloved, even.” Very few of them realize that a little precaution and disciplined lifestyle can ward off the killer disease.
Like breast cancer, if detected early, cannot kill a woman, or stopping smoking totally prevents lung cancer. Wearing such colored bracelets, help people around you ask, which cancer the color stands for. Thus cancer awareness bracelets help and develop the required scenario, where the individual understands that the disease could really have an impact on his life.
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February 9th, 2010 Admin
Do you know the humble little cute looking fashion accessory called silicone rubber bracelet has been dubbed or been conferred with the honorary title of charity bracelet? Why so, you may ask amusedly. The reason is very simple.
Rubber bracelets have always figured high on the popularity charts, especially among young adults, pop stars, movie icons, fashion divas, fashionistas, recessionistas and youngsters who worship every move made by celebs. The reasons are varied.
Firstly, rubber bracelets are cheap, inexpensive and pocket friendly. Anyone can afford them, even high school students. Secondly, rubber bracelets can effortlessly lift the look of your outfit without your having to spend a fortune on accessories.
Thirdly, because these custom rubber silicone bracelets are available in a multitude of designs, patterns, motifs and colors, you can purchase a bunch of them in rainbow hues and wear them with matching outfits. Or you can simply make a cool style statement by wearing all the multicolored wristbands at one go. Rest assured, no one will miss them adorning your pretty wrists.
This is exactly why charitable organizations, charity trusts, churches, MNCs, NGOs, philanthropic organizations and others use the charity bracelet or rubber bracelet with a message or slogan inscribed inside to create awareness about a particular cause. No one fails to miss these message bracelets and particular colors stand for raising awareness about particular causes.
Such as pink charity bracelets sold by charitable organizations trying to raise awareness about breast cancer and the proceeds from the sales go towards supporting victims of breast cancer or cancer research.
Those who plan charity campaigns or sports campaigns or marathon campaigns or even campaigns that highlight various kinds of social evils often will utilize customized silicone rubber bracelets as these involve minimal capital expenditure.
But the turnover profit is huge because of their massive demand.
Usually embossed or Debossed or silk screen printed personalized charity bracelets with slogans, messages or goodwill logos are preferred by fund organizers, donors and charity trusts and churches.
Even the laser engraved ones are very popular as charity bracelets. But the screen printed silicone rubber wristbands cannot stand the test of time and get worn out, so the debossed text may be preferred.
However, when you are purchasing these cute looking charity bracelets from online stores, be careful that you are not being taken for a ride. There are plenty of sites cooking up scheming campaigns and they resort to high decibel brouhaha to sell good looking custom silicone bracelets to gullible fools.
These are the sites that are trying to rip you off, by showing their support for some strange concern or cause and by citing that the sale proceeds will go to such and such charity organizations. I will advise you to check out the credentials of these sites, charity trusts and the NGOs they are naming in their sites. Beware of fraudulent organizations.
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February 1st, 2010 Admin
Fundraising using silicone wristbands is not a very novel concept nowadays. There was this champion cyclist called Lance Armstrong – a survivor who successfully battled cancer. He was the 1st one to champion the cause of fundraising using silicone wristbands. He made rubber wristbands out of silicone rubber and sold them to raise funds for cancer victims and create awareness about cancer – the deadly disease.
This is how fundraising through silicone wristbands became popular and the famous yellow rubber wristbands flew off the shop racks like hot cakes. In fact, the yellow Lance Armstrong wristbands or rubber wristbands became so ubiquitous and common that they achieved some kind of a cult status among the youth.
If you want to raise funds through silicone wristbands, all you need to do is to place bulk orders in some online store selling custom silicone wristbands. There are millions of stores who sell a mind boggling variety of rubber wristbands in myriad colors, patterns, designs and motifs.
You have to specify the number of rubber wristbands you require along with the design specifications and the message or slogan you want inscribed inside that silicone custom bracelet. Usually the finished products will be shipped to your doorstep within 3 to 5 days and you can use these message bracelets to raise funds by selling them.
When pretty little rubber bracelets that also double up as cool and pocket friendly fashion accessories champion some kind of philanthropic cause or noble cause , people love to lap them up as they think they are doing their bit for society.
Some of the fundraising events for which charity organizations use silicone rubber bracelets are “eradicate illiteracy or polio or dyslexia or diabetes or flu campaigns”, “helping out poor orphans and rehabilitating them”, prevention of child and women trafficking, rehabilitation of victims of sexual abuse, creating awareness about deadly or strange types of diseases and helping out victims of diseases with financial and medical assistance, drug abuse and its after effects, alcohol abuse and its after effects and a variety of similar other causes!
Just invent any noble cause, sell message bracelets to raise funds and mint money faster than you can pronounce m-o-n-e-y! It also helps that these custom rubber bracelets don’t cost more than a few cents, sometimes less than a dollar!
However when you want to raise funds through sale of custom silicone wristbands, you have to register your charitable trust or charity organization with your state government.
The section under which you have to do this is internal revenue service’s clause 501 (c) (3). This may result in some kind of tax exemption. However, just because you are registering your self doesn’t mean you will get a 100% tax exemption.
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January 10th, 2010 Admin
Unlike what people often claim the custom rubber bracelets have not become ‘passing fad’, they are still popular. The custom rubber bracelets have climbed the popularity charts and have invaded our lives. They are customizable and cheap which are the reasons why the custom rubber bracelets are so popular.
The rubber bracelets can be custom manufactured for many purposes- charity, crowd control, fashion etc. Many companies customize the bracelets with their slogans, colors and logos. It is a good way of imprinting the necessary information of the company in the rubber bracelets.
Are They Just Colorful Bracelets?
Many people are of the opinion that the bracelets are just colorful loops to be worn on the wrist but its function doesn’t end just here. They have different types of messages printed on them. Big hospitals also provide the stamps that are provided with ‘Come back soon’ messages.
The customization facility of the bracelets is really great. They can be ordered in all any color you wish to buy them. The custom rubber bracelets are used for different purposes like fund raising causes, creating awareness and for charity events.
Promotional Bracelets
The customized rubber bracelets are popularly used as promotional items. They are cheap to manufacture and can be worn all the time. Since they are light-weight they can be worn any where you want. Custom rubber bracelets are the hottest products both in the retail and the promotional markets. They are worn by people meeting for a common cause as it gives them a sense of unity and oneness.
They come in low sale and for whole sale marketing. The bracelets are being used for advertising various stuffs and you can easily get them from online shops. All you need to do is to choose the one which you like and then place the order. The bracelet would be shipped to you within a few days.
Bracelets for Charity Event
The rubber bracelets by now have become tremendously popular and you might see people wearing it on their wrists. Some of them do that to promote a cause while others use the bracelets as trendy accessories. Suppose you want to donate for a charity event and make people follow your example too then the rubber bands can be a great tool for promotional work. Mugs, tee- shirts, pens, calendars have been popular ways of promoting causes and spreading awareness so try the new medium- the rubber bracelets.
If you have planned for a charity event in the near future get some bracelets customized. They should be of similar color, style, design and with the same message printed on it. Distribute them among people to promote the cause because it has always proved to work for the rubber bracelets represent the human urge to fight against the odds.
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December 14th, 2009 Admin
In spite of what people had claimed the rubber bracelets are not passing fads and have continued to top the popularity charts. The rubber bracelets are common among children, teens and adults as well. They are basically used to spread messages- be it for marketing purpose or for charitable reasons.
The bracelets are also used to create awareness among people, for example to spread awareness for breast cancer. The rubber bands have gained great popularity for promoting different causes and for advertising various messages by companies, organizations.
What are Rubber Bands?
Rubber bands though are quite common among people belonging to all types of age groups but still many people are oblivious of their existence. They are basically small in size and look like an oversized rubber band. The rubber bands are mostly simple in design and can be worn to every place for being light. Since the rubber bracelets are custom made they can be ordered in different colors and styles.
The rubber bands have gained popularity as souvenirs, promotional items etc. The most popular styles are the imprinted, embossed and the debossed ones. Since they can be customized you can buy any rubber band of your wish and can wear them to party, special occasions.
Why Use Awareness Bands?
These message bands are also known as awareness bands as via the messages that is printed on them awareness can be easily spread among people. The message bands make great promotional items as they are cheap but can bring a lot of revenue for you.
Like other promotional items- pens, mugs, t-shirts the message bands have been playing an important role in spreading awareness among people. Moreover, they are good to look at and easy to carry so can be worn whenever you want to wear it.
Message Bands and Awareness Bands
The rubber bands are called message bands as they spread the message which is printed on them very effectively among people. For example companies can use the bands to promote their business; distributing the bands to those who are selling their products and even the customers. They can be used foe fundraising reasons. If there is any necessity of raising fund in your school, college, community etc you can take the aid of the message bands.
Awareness bands as message bands
The rubber bands which had been first brought in to the picture for spreading awareness for various causes have survived as the message band. Not only are the bands used to spread awareness among people they also successfully spread the message for which they have been distributed. The rubber bands have great potential and the veracity of the statement has been proved by the popularity of the message bands.
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November 10th, 2009 Admin
The humble silicone rubber bracelets that found a pride of place on your dressing table and on your wrists, which served as an inexpensive mode of dressing up your outfit and which you and your friends bought in dozens in every color imaginable, have now metamorphosed into something bigger, better and more useful – Awareness bracelets.
Yes, you heard that right. This is the name currently in use for those sweet little pieces of fashion accessory that have ceased to be just some other trendy pieces! Of course, these silicone rubber bracelets are still all the rage, they still sport different colors borrowed from the rainbow, they are still available in a riot of colors, in different designs and patterns and yes, they are still trendy.
But they are now being used to spread awareness about social issues such as cancer or hepatitis or AIDS or swine flu or other such diseases or issues.
These silicone rubber bracelets are essentially jelly-like thin silicone bracelets or wristbands and are manufactured out of industrial silicone, as you have already guessed. Silicone is a cheap rubbery flexible material and the Awareness bracelets made of this substance are favorite pop picks amongst early teen groups and middle school or high schoolers.
But of course, nowadays it is the adults who are wearing them to espouse one charity cause or another and every day you will find at least a dozen celebrities wearing some kind of Awareness bracelets or other in support of the non profit organization or charity organization with which they are attached or which they own. Of course these people are not really making a fashion statement; rather they are keener on spreading awareness about the social cause they are supporting.
When you wear the Awareness bracelets, you are seen as a socially responsible citizen and these charitable trusts mint millions by selling these Awareness bracelets. The fund that is raised through the sale of Awareness bracelets globally is used to support the cause of that non profit organization.
The money is used to help patients of various kinds of diseases, to offer rehabilitation to people who have been outcast from mainstream society or to fund the education and growing up of orphans or whatever it is that they are supporting.
Sometimes these Awareness bracelets are worn to create consciousness about environmental damage and pollution or to create awareness about the destruction that wars cause to life and property or to raise funds to rehabilitate victims of natural catastrophe like earthquakes or tsunamis or floods or famines or landslides or volcanoes or about global catastrophes like global warming. That is why people treat Awareness bracelets with respect.
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