How do I clean my canteen? We recommend war, soapy water and air drying.  For an even more thorough cleaning, it may be washed with diluted white vinegar or baking soda and water.     Can I put my canteen in a microwave? No!     Can I put hot liquids in my canteen? Hot liquids may only be used in our insulated double-walled bottles and mugs.  Filling a non-insulated bottle with a hot beverage with cause the exterior to become hot and could result in a burn.     Where are the canteens made? The bottles are manufactured in China.  We use responsible facilities where there is respect for the workers and the environment.  All of our canteens meet all USA guidelines for food safety.  All of our canteens are made with premium quality, food grade stainless steel.     Do your products contain lead, phthalates, or BPA?  No.  All of our products are made of stainless steel and don't require a lining or coating on the inside of the bottle.      How do I start a fundraiser? Register your organization with Hope-2o to receive your fundraiser information packet.  To get started, please fill out the Registration Form and submit.      How long should a fundraiser run for? We recommend a selling period of three to four weeks, with specific start and end dates.      How much does a Hope-2o fundraiser cost? Hope-2o provides all materials, and support is free of cost.      Are Hope-2o fundraisers only for schools? No, our fundraisers are open to all groups, including religious and civic, non-profit organizations and teams.  Plus many more.     Can we put my group's logo be printed on the fundraising canteen? Yes.  Canteens and tumblers can be customized.   Is there any lead paint used on Hope-2o canteens? All paints are non-toxic, water based acrylic and are 100% consumer safe.       What is Hope-2o? Hope-2o is a health and conservation conscious non-profit company that distributes free stainless steel water bottles to schools and youth organizations, and which partners with other non-profit organizations in their fundraising efforts.  Please read more here.