by BRND | May 13, 2025 | Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration
Most school hoodies get worn once, tossed in a backpack, and rediscovered months later under a stack of worksheets – but it could be the thing they where every day it’s clean (and some when it’s not, because they’re students, right?). If you...
by BRND | May 12, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration, Team & Culture
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 very real tension: fun vs. brand consistency. When handled well, student-designed merch creates energy. When...
by BRND | May 12, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration
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 do cultural work. They reflect your mission, start conversations, and build belonging everywhere your families go. A...
by BRND | May 12, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration
Most school spirit stores are an afterthought—filled with generic gear, outdated fonts, and clipart mascots.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...
by BRND | May 9, 2025 | Christian Schools, Strategy & Inspiration
Want to open a merch store for your school, nonprofit, or business—but overwhelmed by the logistics? You’re not alone. Every week we hear from principals, pastors, admins, PTO leaders, and small business teams who swear they’re going to “finally launch a store this...
by BRND | May 9, 2025 | Christian Schools, Gift & Merch Ideas, Strategy & Inspiration
Sometimes the simplest merch makes the biggest impression. Faith-based stickers are low-cost, high-visibility, and surprisingly shareable. They’re easy to carry, easy to distribute, and incredibly easy to love. And for Christian schools, churches, and ministries,...
