Custom acrylic collection box styles on a clean light-gray background: a locking clear ballot box, a clear donation box, and a wall-mount suggestion box

Acrylic Ballot & Donation Boxes

The clear, lockable box that collects ballots, donations, and comments in plain sight — trust you can see through.

An acrylic ballot box is a clear or frosted collection box — also called a donation box, suggestion box, or raffle box — with a slot in the top where people post ballots, cash and check donations, comment cards, or prize-draw entries. Unlike a cardboard collection box, an acrylic box is transparent so contributions stay visible, can be locked so the box sits unattended safely, wipes clean, resists moisture, and survives repeated use. Wetop Acrylic manufactures custom acrylic ballot, donation, suggestion, and raffle boxes — sized to what you collect, with a keyed or combination lock and a cause name, logo, or instruction panel added by laser engraving, UV print, or vinyl decal. MOQ 50 pieces.

ISO 9001 Certified · Manufacturing Since 2008 · Exported to 25+ Countries · Samples in 3–5 Days

Compare the Four Collection Box Formats

The right acrylic collection box depends on what you're collecting and how long the box sits unattended. Ballot boxes have a wide slot and a lock for votes that must stay sealed until the count. Donation boxes have a cash-and-check slot and a lock so contributors see donations accumulate while the box stays secured. Suggestion boxes are wall-mounted or countertop, with a card slot and a printed instruction panel. Raffle and entry boxes are open drawing boxes where seeing the entries pile up is the point. All four ship at MOQ 50 pieces, with samples in 3–5 days.

Format Slot Type Lock Typical Size Best For MOQ / Sample
Ballot Box Wide slot — folded ballots Yes — keyed or combination lid lock 25×25×30cm Elections, association votes, board decisions 50 pcs / 3–5 days
Donation Box Narrow slot — cash, checks Yes — keyed lid lock recommended 20×20×25cm Charities, churches, fundraising drives 50 pcs / 3–5 days
Suggestion / Comment Box Card slot — comment cards Optional — for confidential feedback 18×12×24cm (wall-mount or countertop) Offices, retail, hospitality, schools 50 pcs / 3–5 days
Raffle / Entry Box Ticket slot — tickets, entry cards Usually none — lift-off lid for the draw 22×22×22cm Events, trade shows, store promotions 50 pcs / 3–5 days

Featured Collection Box Formats

How Collection Boxes Are Built — Cross-Sections

wide ballot slot hinge lock + hasp lid locks · slot open · ballots visible

Locking Ballot Box

Wide slot swallows folded ballots. Hinged lid locks over a hasp and padlock. Clear body lets observers see the box is empty at the start and sealed through the vote.

$ cash in keyed lid narrow slot · locked · donations visible

Clear Donation Box

Narrow slot for cash and checks. Keyed lid keeps the box secured. Visible contents encourage giving — donors see contributions add up.

instruction panel card in wall wall-mounted · sloped slot · printed panel

Wall-Mount Suggestion Box

Sloped top with a comment-card slot. Mounts flush to a wall or sits on a counter. UV-printed instruction panel guides contributors.

Why Acrylic Collection Boxes Over Cardboard, Wood, or Metal?

Acrylic ballot and donation boxes cost more than a cardboard collection box but they are transparent, lockable, wipe clean, resist moisture, and survive repeated use. The clear body lets voters, donors, and observers see the contents — the transparency that makes votes and donations trustworthy — while a keyed lid keeps the box secured when it sits unattended. A cardboard box can't be locked or trusted for a vote; a metal box can't be seen through. For election offices, charities, and venues, one reusable acrylic box replaces many single-use cardboard ones.

Factor Acrylic (PMMA) Cardboard / Paper Wood Metal
Transparency Clear — contents visible, builds trust Opaque (unless windowed) Opaque Opaque
Lockable Yes — keyed or combination lid lock No Sometimes (hardware added) Yes
Reuse across events High — wipes clean, survives transport Low — creases, tears, one-time use Moderate — heavy, can crack Moderate — can dent, may rust
Moisture resistance Waterproof — survives outdoor collection points Absorbs moisture, warps Can swell or stain May rust or corrode
Perceived integrity Premium, modern, see-through fairness Cheap, disposable feel Traditional, opaque Institutional, opaque
Branding Laser engrave, UV print, decal, swappable panel Full-color print (cheapest) Engrave, burn, or sticker Print, emboss, or decal
Best for Ballots, donations, comments, raffles — visible & secured One-time, low-stakes collection Rustic or heritage settings Heavy-duty, security-first, no visibility

Collection Boxes We Build

Representative custom acrylic ballot, donation, suggestion, and raffle box configurations from our Shenzhen factory. Specs shown are typical builds, not tied to any named client.

Association Ballot Boxes

Association Ballot Boxes

Representative build · 25×25×30cm locking box · Clear acrylic, 5mm · Keyed lid lock · Wide ballot slot · Tamper-visible clear body

Membership-vote scenario · Contents visible, box sealed

Nonprofit Donation Boxes

Nonprofit Donation Boxes

Representative build · 20×20×25cm locking box · Clear acrylic, 5mm · Cash-and-check slot · Cause name + logo vinyl decal · Keyed lid

Fundraising-drive scenario · Donations visible, box secured

Workplace Suggestion Boxes

Workplace Suggestion Boxes

Representative build · 18×12×24cm wall-mount box · Frosted acrylic, 3mm · Comment-card slot · UV-printed instruction panel · Optional lock

Office-feedback scenario · Wall-mounted, printed panel

Event Raffle & Entry Boxes

Event Raffle & Entry Boxes

Representative build · 22×22×22cm drawing box · Clear acrylic, 3mm · Ticket slot · UV-printed event logo · Lift-off lid for the draw

Trade-show promotion scenario · Entries visible before the draw

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Send Us Your Idea
We use the same clear locking boxes for our annual membership vote and our fundraising drive. Members can see the box is empty before the vote and sealed through it, donors watch contributions add up, and the swappable panel means one box covers both. Four years in and they still look new.

— Operations Lead, Member Association

What Affects Acrylic Ballot & Donation Box Pricing?

Custom acrylic ballot and donation box pricing depends on five factors: box size, acrylic thickness, lock configuration, branding method, and order quantity. A small 3mm countertop suggestion box costs a fraction of a large 8mm locking ballot box with a combination lock, UV-printed logo, and high capacity. All prices below are indicative FOB Shenzhen ranges only — the exact quote depends on your final spec.

Box Size & Capacity

Larger boxes use more acrylic. A 20×20×25cm donation box costs far less than a 30×30×40cm high-volume ballot box. Size and capacity are the biggest cost drivers after quantity.

Acrylic Thickness

A 5mm box uses nearly twice the material of a 3mm box the same size. For an indoor countertop box, 3mm is enough. For a reusable box that transports repeatedly, 5mm or 8mm holds its shape when full.

Lock Configuration

An open raffle box with no lock costs the least. Adding a hasp and keyed padlock, or a built-in combination lock, adds hardware and a routed lid. Specify the lock only when the box sits unattended or holds ballots or cash.

Branding

Applied vinyl decal is the most affordable. Laser engraving adds a setup and per-unit cost. UV printing adds per-unit cost for a full-color cause name, logo, or instruction panel. A swappable panel costs less than fixed branding when a box is reused.

Order Quantity

A single custom box is priciest per unit. The steepest per-unit drop is between the MOQ of 50 and a few hundred pieces — where election suppliers, associations, and retail chains order.

Add-on pricing: Laser engraving adds a flat setup fee plus per-unit cost. UV printing adds per-unit cost only (no setup fee). A keyed padlock or combination lock adds a fixed per-box hardware cost. Wall-mount brackets add a small per-box cost. Custom Pantone color acrylic may require a minimum sheet order. All figures are indicative FOB Shenzhen — send your spec for an exact quote.

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Who Orders Acrylic Ballot & Donation Boxes?

Acrylic ballot and donation boxes are ordered by election officials and associations running votes, nonprofits and charities collecting donations, offices and facilities gathering feedback, event and trade-show marketers running raffles, retailers and hospitality venues collecting comments, and schools and libraries. The clear, lockable box works as a functional collection point during use and as a visibly trustworthy container — which is why votes, donations, and public collections choose acrylic over cardboard or opaque boxes.

Elections & Associations

Ballot boxes for club and association votes, board elections, homeowner-association decisions, and student elections. Clear, lockable boxes so members see the box is empty at the start and sealed through the vote.

Nonprofits & Charities

Donation boxes for charity galas, benefit dinners, church offerings, and fundraising drives. Clear acrylic so contributions stay visible and encourage giving, with a keyed lid so the box stays secured while unattended.

Offices & Facilities

Suggestion and comment boxes for employee feedback, break-room idea drops, and safety reporting. Wall-mounted or countertop boxes with a card slot, a printed instruction panel, and an optional lock for confidential feedback.

Events & Trade Shows

Raffle, prize-draw, and business-card entry boxes for events, exhibitions, and product launches. Clear drawing boxes so attendees watch the entries build, UV-printed with the event or sponsor logo.

Retail & Hospitality

Comment, feedback, and tip boxes for stores, restaurants, hotels, and salons. Countertop clear or frosted boxes with a slot and a branded panel — collect customer comments and reviews at the point of sale.

Schools & Libraries

Ballot, suggestion, and entry boxes for student council elections, library comment cards, reading-program raffles, and PTA collections. Durable clear or frosted boxes that survive a busy public setting.

How to Order Custom Acrylic Collection Boxes

From your first message to delivered boxes — 3 steps.

1

Share Your Use

Tell us your box size, what you're collecting — ballots, donations, comments, or raffle entries — whether you need a lock, and what branding you want. No CAD file needed. We respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote and a format recommendation.

We respond within 24 hours
2

Approve a Sample

We build a production sample with your exact dimensions, slot size, lock, and branding, and mock up the engraving or print layout for your sign-off. What you approve is what we produce. Sample cost is credited to your first bulk order.

Sample ready in 3–5 days
3

Receive Your Order

Every collection box passes 100% inspection — slot cut, lid fit, lock action, and print or engraving quality checked on every unit. FOB Shenzhen standard; CIF and DDP available for door-to-door delivery.

Production in 15–20 days

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a custom acrylic ballot or donation box cost?

Five factors drive acrylic ballot and donation box pricing: box size (a countertop suggestion box uses far less acrylic than a floor-standing donation box), acrylic thickness (3mm for a lightweight indoor box vs 5mm+ for a heavy-use, transportable box), the slot and lid configuration (a simple drop-slot costs the least; a lockable lid adds a hinge, a hasp, and a small keyed or combination lock), branding method (vinyl decal is cheapest, laser engraving and UV print cost more), and order quantity. As an indicative guide, single custom boxes fall in a low FOB range, while election supply, association, and retail buyers ordering in volume see per-unit cost drop sharply above the MOQ of 50 pieces. These are indicative FOB Shenzhen ranges only — send us your size, quantity, and whether you need a lock, and we respond within 24 hours with an exact quote.

Can you add a lock to an acrylic ballot or donation box?

Yes. We build lockable acrylic ballot, donation, and suggestion boxes with a hinged or lift-off lid that closes over a hasp, secured with a small keyed padlock or a combination lock. The drop slot stays open on top so voters, donors, or contributors can post ballots, cash, or comment cards, but the lid can't be opened without the key or code — the standard setup for polling stations, charity collection points, and unattended suggestion boxes. We size the slot to the item being collected (a wide slot for folded ballots and comment cards, a narrow slot for cash and raffle tickets) and use a clear or frosted acrylic body so contents stay visible while the box stays secured.

What's the difference between an acrylic ballot box and an acrylic gift box?

Purpose defines the difference. An acrylic ballot, donation, or suggestion box is a collection box — people drop ballots, cash, comment cards, or raffle tickets through a slot in the top, and the box holds them securely until an authorized person empties it. It features a drop slot, an optional lock, and a branding surface for a cause name, logo, or instructions. An acrylic gift box is packaging — a single product is placed inside and the whole box is given as the gift, with a lift-off or hinged lid and an interior insert. If items go in through a slot to be collected and secured, it's a ballot or donation box. If a product sits inside and the box is handed over, it's a gift box.

Why choose a clear acrylic donation box over an opaque collection box?

Transparency builds trust. A clear acrylic donation or ballot box lets contributors, voters, and observers see that the box is empty at the start and see contributions accumulate — which is exactly why elections, charities, and raffles use clear boxes. A donor who can see cash and checks already in the box is more likely to give; a voter who can see the ballot box is empty before polls open has visible assurance the count is fair. A locked lid with a visible interior gives you both security and transparency at once — the box can sit unattended, contents can't be removed without the key, and everyone can see what's inside.

Are acrylic ballot and donation boxes reusable and durable enough for repeated events?

Reusability is exactly why election offices, associations, and event companies choose acrylic over cardboard collection boxes. A 5mm clear or frosted acrylic box survives repeated setup, transport, and cleaning across many votes, drives, or events — it wipes clean, resists moisture at an outdoor collection point, and doesn't crush or dent like a cardboard box. For a box that is reused across different causes or elections, we recommend leaving the branding off the box itself and using a swappable printed panel or decal per use, so the same box serves a fundraiser one month and an association vote the next.

Need a Slotted Collection Box? Let's Quote It.

Send us your box size, what you're collecting — ballots, donations, comments, or raffle entries — and whether you need a lock. We respond within 24 hours with a detailed quote covering box size, slot and lid type, lock option, and timeline. No commitment required. Sample before you commit to production.