Why Fall Is the Best Time to Launch Your School’s Spiritwear Program
The best time to start a school apparel order is as soon as your event is on the calendar or your upcoming season is on the horizon. Design approval and production both take real time, and custom imprinted orders print and ship within 9 business days (15 business days + shipping for embroidered apparel) once your order is finalized. Every EPI apparel order includes free custom artwork, free setup, and free delivery.
Between spirit weeks, Fun Runs, field trips, and fundraisers, fall is when school pride shows up loudest. The schools that plan ahead are the ones wearing exactly what they imagined.
Whether you're a parent group leader planning a fundraiser, an office manager coordinating staff shirts, a principal outfitting the whole campus for spirit days, or a music director ordering travel gear, the process looks the same at its core: the earlier you start, the more room you have to get it right.
Who This Is For
EPI works with a wide range of school and organizations, including:
- Parent group leaders running spiritwear as a fundraiser or membership perk
- Office managers and administrative staff ordering staff or all-campus apparel
- Principals looking to build campus-wide spirit and unity
- Club and team leaders such as music directors and student council
No matter which role you're in, the goal is the same: apparel that looks great, arrives on time, and doesn't add one more thing to your already full plate.
Fundraising Made Easier
If your group is using apparel as a fundraiser, EPI includes a free custom fundraising website along with marketing materials to help you promote it, all built to make participation easier to reach instead of harder to manage. The EPI apparel website collects details and payment for every order. Once your sale ends, just let us know if there are any additional quantities to complete your order, and we’ll send you your items and check.
Choosing How Your Design Gets Made
EPI offers both imprinted and embroidered apparel, and the right one depends on your group's use case. Work with our in-house art team to create up to three unique designs. Your EPI representative will help you determine the best style and our art team will make your ideas come to life.
Getting Started
With over 20 years of experience running custom apparel programs, EPI's apparel team has seen just about every timeline, budget, and design idea a group can bring.
If your school or group is thinking about fall apparel, the best next step is a conversation. Request a quote and an EPI representative will help you figure out the right products, design direction, and timeline for your group.
Spirit Week Won't Wait. Neither Should Your Order.
Get the ball rolling now and give your design the time it deserves.
Need inspiration? Check out what other schools have created below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I order custom apparel for my school?
There's no strict deadline, but earlier is always better. Design approval and production both take time, and custom imprinted orders print and ship within 9 business days once your order is finalized. Starting a few weeks ahead of your event leaves room for design revisions without the last-minute rush.
What's included for free when I order custom apparel from EPI?
Every EPI apparel order includes free custom artwork, free setup, and free delivery with no hidden fees. If you're running a fundraiser, EPI also provides a free custom fundraising website and free marketing materials to help promote it.
Who can order custom apparel through EPI?
EPI works with schools, parent groups, bands and music programs, and any school-affiliated organization, including office managers, principals, parent group leaders, and band or music directors coordinating apparel for their team, campus, or program.
We also work with all types of non-school groups such as businesses, nonprofits, clubs, etc.
Can I use custom apparel as a fundraiser?
Yes. EPI provides a free custom fundraising website plus marketing materials, so groups can run an apparel sale as a fundraiser at no extra cost.
How long does it take to receive a custom imprinted apparel order?
Once your artwork is approved and your order quantities are finalized, items typically print and ship within 9 business days from EPI's warehouse in Carrollton, TX. Actual shipping time may vary. For embroidered apparel, items ship out 15 business days after your final order details are submitted.
Ready to Begin?
Our team at EPI will help support you through every step. Contact us to get started today.