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Connecting schools and organizations with brands that value authentic, impactful content—driving opportunities, resources, and meaningful change.
Generate Sustainable Funding through Creative Programs
How It Works
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1. Register Your School/Organization
Sign up for the Swiirl platform by providing your basic details on our webform . Once registered, you'll gain access to a dedicated portal where you can manage your school's or organization's profile, including creative projects and participant information.
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2. Engage and Collaborate
Submit creative content from your students or participants directly through the portal. Swiirl connects your content with brands looking for authentic, community-driven stories. Collaborate on projects that align with your values and goals.
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3. Generate Funding
Each time a brand commissions or purchases content from your school or organization, you generate funding. This funding can be reinvested into your programs, supporting creative development and other initiatives.
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4. Amplify your Reach
Use Swiirl's tools to share your stories far and wide. Your content will not only be featured in brand campaigns but also promoted within your community, helping to build awareness and support for your school or organization.
The Challenges Schools and Organizations Face
Schools and organizations, particularly in under-resourced communities, often face significant challenges in providing their students and members with the opportunities and resources needed to thrive.
Budget cuts, lack of access to advanced technology, and limited exposure to creative industries are common hurdles that can stifle the potential of young, emerging talent. These institutions struggle to offer programs that can both engage students creatively and provide real-world opportunities that could lead to sustainable careers.
KEY IMPACT FIGURES
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Increase in art Budgets: a high school in California was able to raise 3x their annual art budget through a single campaign powered by Swiirl.
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Emerging creators licensed: in the past month alone, 50 Swiirl creators have licensed their artwork to major brands, showcasing the reach and potential of young talent.
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National recognition for creators: 3 student artists received national recognition for their creative work, further proving the power of community-driven art.
Join Our Mission: Empowering Communities Through Creativity
At Swiirl, we're more than just a platform—we're a movement. Whether you're a school looking to elevate your arts program or an organization seeking new opportunities for your team, Swiirl provides a direct path to connect with leading brands and earn real funding. Help your community shine by showcasing the talent that deserves to be seen and recognized.
Get Involved Today!
Empower your students. Elevate your programs. Together, we can rewrite the narrative for young creators.
How Swiirl Addresses these Challenges
Swiirl connects schools with brands seeking authentic content. Students in under-resourced communities get opportunities to showcase their creativity, while brands commission content directly from schools, generating funding for educational programs. Swiirl empowers schools and students, fostering a deeper connection between communities and brands.
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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There are no costs to join Swiirl. Our goal is to help schools and orgs generate revenue by working with brands, which provides direct financial benefits to support their arts programs.
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By joining Swiirl, schools and organizations provide their students & members with opportunities to showcase their talents on a national scale. Schools have the potential to generate revenue that can go directly to funding key programs and creative initiatives while also raising the profile of their student artists.
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Through campaigns and creative commissions, organizations can use Swiirl to showcase their students’ & members' work. Brands can then purchase or license this artwork, with proceeds going directly to support arts programs, often raising multiples of the school’s typical art budget.
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Students can submit a wide range of creative content, including visual art, digital design, photography, video content, and more. Each submission can be tailored to fit brand briefs, providing students with real-world experience in creative industries.
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Brands can discover schools and creators through the platform, commission custom content, and collaborate on campaigns that align with their goals. This partnership helps elevate the voices of emerging creators while allowing brands to source authentic, community-driven content.
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Schools and organizations can upload content directly through the Swiirl platform. Administrators or art teachers can manage the submissions, ensuring that all content aligns with brand briefs and campaign guidelines.