11 Dec Backpack Flags for Events & Charities
Backpack Flags for Events & Charities: The Ultimate High-Visibility Branding & Fundraising Tool
Backpack flags are quickly becoming one of the most effective promotional tools for event organisers, charities, fundraising teams, and mass-participation events. Lightweight, comfortable, and highly visible, these mobile flag systems turn volunteers and supporters into moving billboards, helping your message stand out above the crowd.
Whether you’re hosting a charity run, a cycling event, a walking challenge, or exhibiting at an expo, backpack flags offer unmatched visibility and engagement. And with the option to add QR codes for instant donations, they also create powerful real-time fundraising opportunities.
⭐ What Are Backpack Flags?
Backpack flags are lightweight wearable flag systems designed to sit comfortably on a supporter’s back. With a tall vertical or teardrop flag attached, your message is displayed high above the crowd, ensuring visibility from all angles—perfect for outdoor and indoor events.
At Swift Event Supplies, our backpack flags are:
Printed in the UK
Fully customisable
Pantone-matched to your brand colours
Designed for all-weather outdoor campaigns
Durable and comfortable to wear for long periods
🚩 Why Backpack Flags Are Perfect for Events & Charities
1️⃣ Unmissable Brand Visibility
Unlike handheld signs or banners, backpack flags rise above the crowd, making them visible from long distances. They’re ideal for:
Charity runs & walks
Cycling events
School & corporate fundraising
Festivals & community events
Awareness campaigns
Expos and exhibitions
2️⃣ Hands-Free & Volunteer-Friendly
The ergonomic backpack system keeps staff and volunteers comfortable, with:
Padded straps
Lightweight design
Even weight distribution
They can move freely and interact with supporters without holding anything.
3️⃣ Perfect for Pacers at Running Events
Backpack flags are widely used as pacer flags at running events. They help runners follow their group accurately and add professionalism to your event.
We can match:
Your event branding
Your Pantone colours
Your logo & typography
Category colours (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, etc.)
4️⃣ QR Codes for Instant Donations
One of the biggest advantages for charities is the ability to print a QR code directly onto the flag.
Supporters simply scan the code and donate instantly — no stopping, no buckets, no queues.
This makes backpack flags one of the most powerful tools for real-time mobile fundraising.
5️⃣ Reusable & Sustainable
Flags can be reused across multiple events. If you change campaigns, you can simply reorder new flag prints while keeping the same backpack hardware.
🇬🇧 Printed in the UK
Your backpack flags are designed and printed in the UK using high-quality dye-sublimation print methods for vibrant, long-lasting colour. Fast turnaround times mean you can prepare for events without long delays.
🎨 Fully Customisable to Your Brand
Every backpack flag can be tailored to match your branding perfectly:
🟩 Pantone-matched colours
🎨 Custom artwork and layout
🖼 Logo placement & typography
📱 QR code integration
🏷 Sponsor branding if needed
Whether you are a charity, an event organiser, or a commercial brand, our design team ensures your flags stand out in the best way.
🚀 Order Your Backpack Flags Today
Boost visibility. Empower volunteers. Increase real-time donations.
Whether you’re hosting a major charity event or preparing your next fundraising campaign, Swift backpack flags are the perfect blend of branding, mobility, and impact.
📩 Get in touch today to place an order or request a custom quote.
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