Bear Grips Pro ShopsCheap Team Apparel That Still Makes Your Program Money
- Cheap team apparel should mean a low starting cost, not thin fabric or a surprise bulk minimum.
- VIP base prices run $19.88 for tees up to $36.88 for hoodies, with no minimum order.
- A typical team adds $8-$15 per piece as retail markup, which becomes season fundraising.
- The free plan ($0/mo, 3 products) works for a quick one-tee fundraiser, VIP ($59/mo, 200 products) for a full lineup.
What "Cheap" Should Mean for a Team
- Low starting cost per piece, not a low-durability shirt that fades after two washes.
- No upfront bulk spend, so the team is not out $400 before anyone has paid for a shirt.
- No leftover inventory, unsold mediums and extra-larges are the hidden cost most bulk orders never mention.
- Free shipping to the buyer, so the sticker price is the whole price.
Team Apparel Base Prices (VIP Plan)
| Piece | VIP base price |
|---|---|
| Airlume cotton athletic tee | $19.88 |
| Youth Airlume cotton tee | $19.88 |
| Men's moisture-wicking tee (Sport-Tek) | $23.86 |
| Perfect Soft crewneck sweatshirt | $34.88 |
| Comfort Soft Hoodie | $36.88 |
| Cotton pique polo (Gildan) | $34.88 |
| Embroidered snapback hat | $29.86 |
| Mesh trucker snapback | $25.88 |
Free Plan vs VIP Plan for a Budget-Conscious Team
| Plan | Monthly cost | Live products | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 3 | A quick one-time fundraiser, higher base price per item |
| Self-Service VIP | $59 | 200 | A full-season store, lowest base prices, saves $4-$11/item vs free |
| Done-For-You VIP | $105 | 250 | Programs that want the shop, mockups, and pricing built for them monthly |
The Markup Math That Turns "Cheap" Into Team Money
A team is not just buying apparel cheap, it is usually reselling it. On the VIP plan, a $19.88 tee retailed at $28 nets the team $8.12 per shirt. A $36.88 hoodie retailed at $50 nets $13.12 per hoodie. Fifty tees and twenty hoodies across a season adds up to roughly $668 in team funds, with zero upfront spend and zero leftover inventory risk.
What to Avoid When Chasing the Lowest Price
- Ultra-thin fabric that pills after one wash. The cheapest listed price sometimes hides the worst material.
- Hidden shipping charged per item. Free shipping to the buyer should be baked into the deal, not added at checkout.
- A minimum order disguised as a "discount tier." If the low price only kicks in at 24+ pieces, it is not actually a no-risk cheap option.
See the Real Pricing
Tees from $19.88, hoodies from $36.88, no minimum order. Open a free shop and check every price yourself.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest tee I can put a team logo on?
The Airlume cotton athletic tee at $19.88 VIP base, or the youth version at the same price for younger siblings and fans.
Does the free plan work for a team that just wants one fundraiser shirt?
Yes. The free plan allows 3 live products at $0/mo, though the per-item base price runs a bit higher than VIP. It is a fine starting point for a single one-off fundraiser.
How much should a team mark up each piece?
Most programs add $8-$15 per piece. Hoodies and polos tolerate a higher markup than basic tees since the perceived value is higher.
Is there a bulk discount for large teams?
No, pricing is the same per piece regardless of volume, which is what removes the bulk-order risk in the first place.
