The word ‘philanthropy’ acquired a new meaning when the celebrated cyclist Lance Armstrong created the famous yellow silicon rubber bracelets with the words Live Strong written on it. These initial wristbands were manufactured in collaboration with Nike and the proceeds from their sell were meant to go to the nonprofit charitable Lance Armstrong Foundation. The bracelets vanished from the shelves in record time and that gave birth to a new trend opened up a new chapter in the history of philanthropy. So far it was a word essentially associated with rich and famous, but with the ‘LiveStrong’ bands priced at $1 a piece; common people came to believe they also can do much to support a noble cause.
Following Armstrong’s footsteps, today there are millions of charitable and non profit organizations that use different kinds of silicon bracelets as the most wonderful means for raising funds. The whole concept of raising funds by selling these least expensive but stylish accessory got momentum as huge number of celebrities started flaunting customized wristbands in different colors to display their support for the specific cause.
How to take forward a charitable project? Finding sponsors for carrying forward of the project can be a mind boggling affair. It is even harder to convince general public to donate towards a charitable project. In these situations of despair and difficulties, the cheap yet attractive silicon bracelets come to your rescue. Only you have to personalize them by engraving suitable slogans on them so that the bands clearly reflect the cause for which they are worn. These personalized wristbands are sure to get support from the larger section of the community. These mere strips of silicon become unique with catchy slogans that invoke the emotion of the people and induce them to help.
Wristbands are available in different color schemes. In most of the cases they are provided with adjustable straps so that they fit into various wrist sizes. You can also get the bands with glow in the dark feature and scent filled features.
However it is the message written on it that makes all the difference; this is what attracts other people to the cause you are supporting. Generally personalized wrist bands won’t cost you more than $1 a piece. In order to best support your cause, get your wristbands engraved with suitable message; it will give your noble project a touch of individuality.