A detailed comparison of Givli QR labels and traditional iron-on or stick-on name-label fundraisers for UK PTAs and schools. Which offers better giveback, privacy, ease, and value?
| Feature | Givli QR Labels | Traditional Name Labels |
|---|---|---|
| PTA Commission | 20% giveback | 20-30% (varies by supplier) |
| Stock Holding | None — digital link only | Often required (sample packs, order forms) |
| Cash Handling | None — parents pay online | Often required (envelopes, counting) |
| Minimum Order | None | Often £50-£100 minimum |
| Privacy (Child Safety) | No name, number, or address on label | Name (and sometimes number) printed publicly |
| Finder Contact Method | Anonymous messaging (scan → message owner) | Passive (finder sees name, must find owner manually) |
| Parent Price (per pack) | £9.99–£19.99 (8-24 labels) | £8–£15 (typically 30-60 labels) |
| Durability | Waterproof vinyl, 50+ washes | Varies (iron-on, stick-on, or woven) |
| PTA Customer Support | None — Givli handles all support | Often PTA responsibility (order issues, quality) |
| Payout Threshold | £25 (monthly transfer) | Varies (often £50-£100) |
| UK Focused | Yes (UK schools, terms, GDPR) | Varies by supplier |
Givli QR Labels
Traditional Name Labels
Verdict:
Traditional name labels may offer slightly higher commission percentages (up to 30%), but often require minimum orders and have higher payout thresholds. Givli offers a clear 20% with no minimums and a low £25 payout threshold, making it more accessible for smaller PTAs. Actual fundraising income in both cases depends on parent adoption.
Givli QR Labels
Estimated volunteer time: ~15 minutes (share link, occasional follow-up)
Traditional Name Labels
Estimated volunteer time: ~3-5 hours (ordering, collection, distribution, support)
Verdict:
Givli is significantly lower-admin. PTAs share a link and check the dashboard occasionally. No stock, cash, orders, or support burden. Traditional name-label fundraisers are manageable but require more volunteer time for order handling, cash counting, and customer queries. Best for PTAs with established admin processes.
Givli QR Labels
Traditional Name Labels
Verdict:
Givli is privacy-first by design. No personal information is printed on labels, addressing safeguarding concerns many schools and parents have. Traditional name labels serve a different purpose: they identify ownership but do not enable anonymous contact. Parents concerned about child safety may prefer Givli's approach.
Givli QR Labels
Pricing:
What parents get:
Traditional Name Labels
Pricing:
What parents get:
Verdict:
Traditional name labels offer lower cost per label and are a familiar, trusted product. Givli QR labels cost more per label but offer active return capability (scan → message → reunion) and privacy protection. The value proposition is different: name labels are for identification; QR labels are for reunion + privacy.
Both Givli and traditional name labels work on:
Givli Durability
Name Label Durability
Yes. Some PTAs offer both options and let parents choose:
This approach gives parents choice while maximizing fundraising opportunities throughout the year.
Traditional name-label stickers display a child's name and sometimes phone number publicly on items. Givli QR labels show only a scannable QR code. When scanned, the finder can send a private message to the owner without seeing their phone number, address, or full name. This privacy-first design is safer for children while still enabling lost items to be returned.
Givli offers a 20% giveback to schools and PTAs from every label pack sold, with packs priced £9.99-£19.99. Traditional name-label fundraisers typically offer 20-30% commission but often have higher minimum orders and require upfront stock purchases. Givli requires no stock holding and has no minimum orders, making it lower-risk for PTAs. Actual fundraising income depends on parent adoption in both cases.
Givli QR label packs cost £9.99 (8 labels), £14.99 (16 labels), or £19.99 (24 labels). Traditional iron-on or stick-on name-label packs typically cost £8-£15 for 30-60 labels. QR labels cost more per label but offer active return capability (finders can contact the owner) rather than passive identification. The value proposition is different: name labels identify, QR labels enable reunion.
Yes. Givli QR labels are waterproof, adhesive vinyl stickers that work on water bottles, lunch boxes, bags, boots, helmets, and can be ironed or stuck onto fabric care labels in uniform, PE kits, and coats. They are applied the same way as traditional stick-on name labels and are similarly durable, surviving 50+ wash cycles.
This depends on PTA priorities. Givli QR labels offer: zero stock holding, zero cash handling, no minimum orders, 20% giveback, and privacy-safe design (appeals to safeguarding-conscious parents). Traditional name-label fundraisers offer: potentially higher commission (20-30%), lower cost per label for parents, and familiar product. Givli is better for low-admin, privacy-focused PTAs. Traditional name labels may suit PTAs comfortable with stock management and order handling.
Often, yes. Many traditional name-label suppliers require minimum orders (e.g., £50-£100 total sales) to qualify for commission, and may require upfront sample pack purchases. Givli has no minimum orders—PTAs earn 20% from the first pack sold, and payouts begin at £25 balance.
Givli: Approximately 15 minutes (share link, occasional follow-ups). No stock, cash, or customer support. Traditional name labels: Approximately 3-5 hours (order placement, cash collection, envelope sorting, distribution, parent queries, quality issues). The time commitment is significantly higher for traditional name-label fundraisers.
Register your PTA or school for Givli QR labels in less than 5 minutes. No stock, no cash, no minimum orders—just share a link and earn 20%.