The Gingerbread Holiday Shoppe
Kids love it. Parents trust it. PTAs profit from it.
Florida’s most profitable in-school Holiday Shoppe — a flat 30% profit, the lowest student retails, and up to a $1,000 signing bonus.
Reserve Your Spot + up to a $1,000 Bonus →★ Trusted by elementary schools across Tampa Bay, Manatee, Sarasota & the Treasure Coast · $15,346 raised in 3 days at one Lakewood Ranch school
What Sets Our Gingerbread Holiday Shoppe Apart
Five reasons Florida schools choose our Holiday Shoppe over the competition.
Up to a $1,000 Signing Bonus
Reserve your spot and use the bonus however helps most. No strings.
Student gifts · Teacher gifts · Prizes · Events · Extra profit · Your choice
30% Flat Profit — No Tiers
A guaranteed 30% on every item sold. Not “up to 30%.” Not based on volume. Just 30%, flat.
Lowest Student Retails
Most items $0.50–$15, so every child can shop for their whole list — and parents don’t dread the price tags.
Brand-Name Merchandise
Ty, Disney, and dozens of recognizable brands kids actually want — not generic dollar-store filler.
Florida-Based Local Support
Your rep is local. Setup help, restocks, and answers come from someone who knows Florida schools.
Why 30% Flat Beats “Up To 30%”
Competitors hit “up to 30%” by inflating student retails. We deliver 30% flat on lower prices. Here’s the side-by-side:
| TB&D Gingerbread Holiday Shoppe | Typical Competitors | |
|---|---|---|
| Profit Percentage | 30% guaranteed on every item | “Up to 30%” — actual rate varies |
| Profit Structure | Flat — no tiers, no thresholds | Tiered — top % only at high volume |
| Student Retail Pricing | Lowest in the industry (most items $0.50–$15) | Inflated to fund their “30%” |
| Signing Bonus | Up to $1,000 — your choice how to use it | None |
| Brand-Name Merchandise | Ty, Disney, and dozens more | Mostly generic / private-label |
| Florida-Based Support | Local rep, hands-on setup | Out-of-state call center |
| Profit on Unsold Items | Zero risk — unsold returns at no cost | Restocking fees often apply |
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What Florida Schools Are Saying
Real results from real PTAs across the state.
“We raised $15,346 in just three days with our Gingerbread Holiday Shop — 410 students and families came through, and the holiday spirit was everywhere!”
Lakewood Ranch, FL
“Our Gingerbread Holiday Shop was a huge success! We brought in $9,291 with 290 families shopping — the kids were thrilled with their gingerbread kits and holiday treats.”
Manatee County, FL
“We raised $5,250 in four days through our Gingerbread Holiday Shop with over 360 students participating. The joy on the kids’ faces as they decorated and shopped made it magical!”
Sarasota, FL
About the Program
The Holiday Shoppe lets kids experience the Joy of Giving — choosing real, brand-name gifts (Ty, Disney, and dozens more) for the people they love. Most items are priced $0.50–$15, so every child can shop their whole list, and you keep the lowest student retails without ever shrinking your profit percentage.
Holiday Shoppe Questions, Answered
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How long does the Holiday Shoppe run at our school?
Most schools run the Shoppe for 3–5 school days during the first or second week of December. Schools that want every grade to shop typically schedule a full week; smaller schools wrap up in 3 days.
How much space do we need to host it?
A cafeteria, media center, or large multipurpose room works perfectly. We bring everything — display tables, signage, inventory, and decor — and set it up. You provide the space and a couple of outlets.
How many parent volunteers are required?
Plan on 4–6 volunteers per shopping shift to help students choose, count money, and wrap purchases. Many schools rotate parents class-by-class, so the same volunteers aren’t on the whole week.
What price range are the items?
Most items are priced between $0.50 and $15, with the majority in the $1–$8 range — so a child with $10–$20 can shop for parents, siblings, grandparents, and a teacher without running out.
What happens to inventory we don’t sell?
Unsold inventory goes back to us at no cost — zero risk to your school. You only pay for what your families actually buy.
Do parents need to be present, or do kids shop alone?
Both options work. Most schools have students shop during the school day with volunteer help — kids love the independence — and some also host a family evening so parents can shop alongside their child.
Is there a minimum school size to qualify?
No hard minimum — we’ve run successful Shoppes at schools of 150 students and at schools of 1,200+. Smaller schools simply run a shorter event.
When should we book for the 2026 holiday season?
Most Florida schools book by September for November–December events, and prime dates fill on a first-come basis. We recommend reserving as soon as your PTA approves the program.
Ready to Bring the Joy of Giving to Your School?
Most Florida schools book by September for November–December events. Reserve now to lock in your date and your signing bonus.
Reserve Your Spot + up to a $1,000 Bonus →Trusted by elementary schools across Tampa Bay, Manatee, Sarasota & the Treasure Coast.
The Gingerbread Holiday Shoppe is a PTA holiday shop fundraiser built for Florida elementary schools — an in-school holiday store where kids shop brand-name gifts at the lowest retails. If you’ve run a Santa shop fundraiser or school Christmas shop before, the difference is flat 30% profit, no inflated prices, and local support. Pair this elementary school holiday gift shop with our 100% profit DIY Thon, browse more Florida school fundraising strategies, or ask the TB&D Fundraising Collective to map your calendar — it’s the school holiday gift program more PTAs are switching to.
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