By Fundraiser Blankets®
ROMEO, Mich., Oct. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — What started as two resourceful moms searching for meaningful fundraising ideas to help schools, sports teams, and nonprofits raise money has grown into a nationwide movement.
Combat veteran & teacher owned Fundraiser Blankets® brings custom school fundraising purpose to Shark Tank Oct 8 on ABC. People are also reading… Week 6 high school football scores for Central Illinois McLean County Jane Doe identified 43 years later Last of 3 Bloomington defendants pleads guilty in 2023 murder of Jamere Bew Bloomington man pleads guilty to third DUI offense Bloomington firefighters work to put out fire at Eastland Mall after car crashed into building Bloomington woman released from jail, accused of residential burglary and theft Bloomington woman charged with voter fraud in the 2024 election Home Sweet Home Ministries building ‘The Bridge’ to help people facing homelessness Able to resign from McLean County Board in November 3-vehicle crash in Bloomington leaves 1 injured Wednesday morning Dave’s Hot Chicken opens in Normal, completing the long-awaited ‘chicken triangle’ Check out details from Illinois State’s attempted upset of North Dakota State Week 6 high school football: Three undefeated teams remain in area Pontiac police make 7 arrests in connection to ATM theft ‘Cult’ church member molested boy hundreds of times in pews, new victim alleges
Polish immigrant sisters, Joanna Serra and Barbara Kent, are now an award-winning teacher and combat veteran duo, who founded Fundraiser Blankets® to transform school fundraising with custom blankets families love. As proud INC5000 and Vet100 female honorees, Fundraiser Blankets is recognized as our nation’s #1 choice for custom fundraising blankets.
With schools and sports programs facing chronic underfunding, and fundraising likely always being a necessity, Fundraiser Blankets® was built to provide long-term, sustainable fundraising solutions that put more profit back into the hands of schools and groups. From K-12 schools and sports teams to PTOs, booster clubs, and community organizations, Fundraiser Blankets® has helped thousands of groups raise millions of dollars. Over the years, their cozy, customizable, colorful blankets have promoted school spirit, built team pride, sparked charity, and created support where it’s needed most.
On October 8, 2025, Fundraiser Blankets® will appear on ABC’s Shark Tank Season 17, Episode 3, sharing their story, their mission, and their impact with the Sharks on the show.
More Than Team Blankets and School Throws
Fundraiser Blankets® offers quality, custom logo blankets starting at just $10 with free shipping, a wholesale vendor pricing model designed to maximize fundraising profits with throws. That means schools and teams keep more money in their pockets for their students with this unique product fundraising idea, with higher profit margins than traditional fundraisers like popcorn, cookie dough, or cheap trinkets. Fundraiser Blankets® gives a way to fundraise with heart and impact.
“When you start with genuine care, lead with mission, and keep helping others at the heart of what you do – success follows,” said co-founder, former teacher turned entrepreneur, Joanna Serra. “We’re honored to share that story on Shark Tank.”
Transforming School Fundraising Nationwide
Fundraiser Blankets® appearing on Shark Tank marks a milestone for every parent group, PTO mom, booster club, coach, teacher, and volunteer who believed in the mission. Together, they’ve wrapped their schools in custom blankets and throws, turning simple fundraising ideas into lasting impact. This isn’t just about blankets. It’s about communities raising more funds for students, building team pride, and proving that school fundraising can be meaningful and profitable.
“We’ve warmed thousands of communities,” added co-founder Barbara Kent, West Point grad and military veteran turned entrepreneur, “but can we warm the Sharks? You’ll have to watch and see.”
About Fundraiser Blankets®
Fundraiser Blankets® is a Metro Detroit, Michigan based, women-owned, disabled combat veteran, military spouse, and teacher founded small business redefining school fundraising. By providing affordable custom logo blankets and throws at wholesale pricing, the company has become a trusted vendor partner to schools and sports teams across the nation.
For more information: fundraiserblankets.com
For press inquiries, founder interviews, features or blanket samples:
Barbara Kent, Co-Founder & CEO
http://www.fundraiserblankets.com
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