Welcome to the
Greeting Card Association.
Representing the UK greeting card industry for over 100 years.
Send a card. Deliver a smile.
The Greeting Card Association embraces publishers, retailers, agents, distributors and recommended suppliers of materials/services to the industry.
We are an independent not for profit trade organisation operating for the benefit of our members. We have been the voice of the greeting card industry and provided support to our members since 1919.
The British are a nation of card senders, we send more cards per person than any other nation. We lead the world in design and innovation, exporting our designs, and messages for people of all nationalities, across the globe.
Greeting cards build relationships; sending and receiving a greeting card creates a strong connection. Our industry facilitates and celebrates positive communication between people of all backgrounds.
What we do
The Greeting Card Association is the voice of the British greeting card industry, representing our industry to stakeholders such as postal service providers, government, colleges and schools.
We provide advice and support to our members and run networking events, bringing our industry together to promote business growth and the health of our industry.
Our purpose
Our mission
Our vision
Our vision is for everyone to feel connected by the sending and receiving of greeting cards.
Latest Blog Posts
Dragons Speed Dating 2023!
2023 Dragons Speed Dating will be held on 2nd March in London. Bookings will open on 12th December.
Festive Friday 2022
Festive Friday 2022 is on 2nd December. We are encouraging everyone in the industry to get involved, send their cards and also work within their...
GCA Royal Mail update
GCA Members’ update on recent discussions with the Royal Mail. Under review are changes to mail delivery and stamp cost.
A new generation of Royal Mail Stamps coming to an envelope near you
Royal Mail will be adding barcodes to stamps this year as part of a new innovation.
The GCA blog is packed with news, insights and resources for everyone with an interest in Greeting Cards. And for members of the GCA, the blog morphs into the GCA Library where members can find even more tools and information to help them run their businesses.
Jobs in the Industry
Looking to work in the Greeting Card industry? Are you an artist or writer keen to see your work on greeting cards? Our members regularly post job vacancies on this site. Take a look at what roles are currently available on the Jobs board.
SALES AGENTS – USA, ASIA, EUROPE
Kitty Kenda Papergoods are looking for sales agents in the USA, EUROPE and ASIA as we continue to expand our greeting card stockists worldwide. Please get in touch for more information, we would love to hear from you.
Sales Agents wanted – Nationwide
Hi,We are a husband and wife team looking to expand our clientele base throughout the UK, and are looking to work closely with experienced Agents with a good customer base to scale up our UK distribution. Our beautiful, eco-friendly, sustainable seaweed print range...
Creative Artworker
Looking for your first role or a step up? Are you a creative, motivated individual who enjoys a variety of different responsibilities? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.We are looking for a creative who is passionate about design and eager to...
Why Join the GCA?
Members Benefits
The GCA Library
Networking
Attend GCA members’ events designed to support business growth.
Advice & Support
Marketing and PR Support
Members Directory
Tailored Membership Plans
Have a Voice
Our members include…
The Greeting Card Association represents business from across the industry including publishers, manufacturers, retailers, agents and more. If you are looking for a particular service or product you can search in our Members Directory.
Supporting & promoting Greeting Cards across multiple channels
For Schools & Colleges
We have lots of dedicated resources for students at art college and school teachers planning lessons. You may also be interested in our Design and Production articles.
Press
Our latest press releases will keep you up to date on greeting card occasions and card sending in the UK, and there’s lots of background information in our news and history articles. Contact our press office for more information.
Thinking Of You Week
Thinking of You Week is a special week in September, pioneered by the GCA, that harnesses the emotional power of greeting cards to create a wave of love, caring and happiness.
The GCA Market Report
The Greeting Card Association commission an annual report providing reliable figures for the greeting card industry based on member sales.
How can we help you?
Our blog is packed with articles related to the Greeting Card industry, from the latest news to historical facts and figures. For members, the GCA Library provides a portal of resources to help run a sucessful business. If you have specific questions or need further information, please get in touch.