3 Easy Merch Drops to Align with Your Christian School Calendar
If you treat your merch store like a one-time fundraiser, it’ll feel like one. But if you plan seasonal “drops” tied to your school calendar, you’ll keep things fresh, purposeful, and more aligned with your mission year-round. Here are three simple merch drops you can...
Should You Let Students Design Your School’s Merch?
Letting students design your school’s merch can be a powerful way to boost engagement, increase buy-in, and create a sense of ownership—but it comes with a tension: fun vs. brand consistency. The Case for Student-Designed Merch Done right, student input leads to real...
Christian School Merch Ideas That Reinforce Your Mission
Merch is more than just swag—it’s a way to reinforce your school’s identity and values in everyday life. The right designs don’t just look good—they reflect your mission, start conversations, and build belonging. Verse-Based Designs Use Scripture to guide your...
How to Create a Christian School Spirit Store That Reflects Your Values
Most school spirit stores are an afterthought—filled with generic gear, outdated fonts, and clipart mascots. But for Christian schools, your merch is more than just apparel. It’s a chance to reflect your mission, share your values, and build real community. If your...
How to Launch a Custom Merch Store for Your School or Organization (Without Getting Overwhelmed)
Want to open a merch store for your school, nonprofit, or business—but overwhelmed by the logistics? You’re not alone. Most merch stores fail because they launch without a plan, overload their product list, or simply lack good design. But when done right, a custom...
What to Include in a Teacher Survival Kit
If you want to encourage your teachers without spending a fortune, a survival kit is a great place to start. It’s simple, personal, and surprisingly effective. Here’s what we’ve seen included in kits that actually make teachers feel seen: 1. Coffee Gift Card A small...
Faith-Based Stickers: Small Cost, Big Impact
Sometimes the simplest merch makes the biggest impression. Faith-based stickers are low-cost, high-visibility, and surprisingly shareable. They’re perfect for laptops, water bottles, phone cases, notebooks—even lockers. And when designed right, they do more than...
What Makes a Great Christian School T-Shirt?
Most Christian school T-shirts don’t get worn outside of spirit week. And that’s a problem. The goal of a great school tee isn’t just visibility—it’s culture. It’s pride. It’s identity. If students, staff, and families aren’t reaching for your shirts on the weekend,...
3 Mistakes Schools Make with Fundraising Merch
Trying to raise money with spirit wear? Great idea—but most schools leave money on the table because they get these three things wrong: 1. Poor Product Selection If your merch is generic or overloaded with 20+ options, it’s going to flop. Focus on 5–8 high-quality...
Christian School Staff Appreciation Gifts That Actually Feel Thoughtful
Staff appreciation season rolls around, and suddenly everyone’s scrambling to order last-minute mugs and Amazon gift cards. But your staff deserves better than forgettable filler gifts. Want to give something they’ll actually use, remember, and appreciate? 1. Branded...