| As a stamp collector, a parent (even a
grandparent), and as a big kid at heart, it has been a common concern around The
Olathe Poste for years to do things FOR kids and WITH kids.
Things that are fun and that involve stamps. In our unique position that allows us to be
able to talk with other collectors around the globe, we find that there is a very common
concern among clubs and individuals alike. That being the concern to keep the hobby of
stamp collecting alive and well for future generations to come.
Each and every one of us, simply as humans, are quite naturally proud of our individual
accomplishments in life. Remember those moments in your life that you've had the chance to
witness a child of any age, beaming from head-to-toe with jubilant pride and innocent
delight. While pointing at something with the very simple words: "I made
that!"
Well, now you know why The Olathe Poste trys our best to help kids have fun
with stamps: collecting stamps, collecting postmarks, creating their own albums and
covers, and having fun creating their own art to be used on stamps.
As one big kid to another...
We're here to help YOU help the hobby and to assist you in making the opportunity
possible to experience some young, very happy faces of your own.
Kids + Coloring = Really FUN Stamps!
Our Kids' Stamps program is pretty simple... You provide the kids, have some fun with them
as they create colored miniature works of art, and we'll do all the rest. We produce for
you and your organization professionally made collectible stamps that the kids will love,
that parents will love, and that will assure your club's fund-raising efforts are
hassle-free and successful.
What to do...
Invite children to draw and color a picture (1-6 participants is all you need). Let them
choose their own subject, or select a theme. But above all, keep it simple!
[PLEASE NOTE: Image orientation must be the same for all images
submitted. We can provide you with a coloring form to make photocopies with for your kids
to use to create their images on.]
Set a deadline for the kids. When it's time, have them turn in their works of art. Be
sure that their names and age are legibly written on thier piece of art being submitted.
Once you've gathered up the children's images, complete our checklist and order form,
package it all up, and send it to us. Please be sure to allow enough time prior to your
event - plan to send your order in to allow 4-6 weeks for completion of your order. [Orders that do not allow at least 15 working days to complete are subject to a
25% rush service charge.]
Getting started...
The very first thing you need to do to get started is to CALL or WRITE to us. If
requesting our Kids' Stamp Starter Kit by mail, please include $10 to defray postage and
handling. Your $10 will be applied to your order.
Credit Card Orders Call Toll-Free
1-877-373-1212
Call Monday -Friday 8am - 5pm
(Mountain Time Zone)
By Mail:
The Olathe Poste
P. O. Box 707
Olathe, CO 81425
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 View
a few samples of the art
by children on FUN stamps
here...
The Olathe Poste supports the efforts of Stamp Camp USA and
their "Teaching Kids Through Stamps" programs.
(WE MAKE THEIR STAMPS, TOO!)
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Other Benefits Can Include:
Working side-by-side with youngsters to pique their interest in stamp
collecting, preserving the hobby's future...
New & renewed interest in your club: new members -young and old- for
a healthier club and a healthier tomorrow...
Collectible stamps that are truly unique year after year!
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