Copper State Apparel Co.

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Copper State Apparel Co. Helping AZ businesses become unforgettable brands. Branding•Custom Apparel•Promotional Products
🇺🇸 Veteran-Owned•Woman-Led•AZ 🌵
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I volunteer on the peer support team for a local police department. Recently, I spent a week in a Struggle Well training...
10/05/2026

I volunteer on the peer support team for a local police department. Recently, I spent a week in a Struggle Well training hosted by Boulder Crest Foundation. The room brought together first responders—police, fire, dispatchers, and peer support volunteers.

On Monday, we talked about growth, and how sometimes you have to be uncomfortable and vulnerable to grow. Then came the lobster story: when it grows, it has to leave its shell. For a while, it’s soft and vulnerable while the new shell forms. That image stuck with me.

We came back to the idea Tuesday as we moved into the next parts of the class. Whenever I needed a mental break, I kept doodling on the napkin. By Wednesday evening, I was home turning those doodles into a design on my computer. I added the flag, with red and blue stripes for fire and police.

I printed the stickers Thursday and handed them out to my classmates Friday. It was really special to give each person something to take home from the week—a reminder that growth requires discomfort. Keep pushing forward.

10/02/2026

A fundraiser shouldn’t have to start from zero every single time.

Too many schools and organizations run one T-shirt sale, close it out—and then rebuild everything from scratch the next time they need to raise money.

But the people who supported you once may be willing to support you again.

That could look like affordable stickers and decals, supporter gear anyone can wear, senior items, seasonal drops, or merchandise connected to an upcoming event.

The answer isn’t offering twenty products at once. Start with a few strong options, pay attention to what people actually buy, and build the next opportunity around moments already on your calendar.

This is Part 6—and the final lesson in this fundraising series.

I’m turning the complete strategy into a practical fundraising guide. Comment “FUNDRAISER” if you want to know when it’s ready.

More than a jacket. 🤍This project began with one simple hope: to create something that could make the difficult days a l...
09/26/2026

More than a jacket. 🤍

This project began with one simple hope: to create something that could make the difficult days a little more comfortable.

Every fabric, thread, pocket, zipper and “KEEP GOING” lace is chosen with intention. These custom medical-access jackets are thoughtfully created and gifted to people fighting the fight—not because we know their whole story, but because everyone deserves comfort, dignity, kindness and a reminder that they are not alone.

At Copper State Apparel Co., we believe the work of our hands can do more than build brands. This is one small way our veteran-owned, woman-led family business can give back.

Made with care. Given with hope. 🧡

If this mission speaks to your heart, share this post and help us spread a little more kindness.

09/25/2026

Your biggest supporter might not even have a kid at your school. 👀

If every fundraiser starts and ends with asking parents, you may be overlooking local businesses that would love to support your school or team.

Make it easy to say yes: offer a few clear sponsor levels and meaningful recognition, like a logo on a banner, a social shoutout, or a shirt.

Just watch the math: sponsors should feel appreciated, and your school should still keep a meaningful amount of what it raises.

Have you seen a local business show up for a school or team? Tell me what worked—or send this to someone planning a fundraiser.

Follow for Part 5.

Every time someone tells me, “I gave your name to a friend,” it genuinely means so much.Most small businesses don’t grow...
09/22/2026

Every time someone tells me, “I gave your name to a friend,” it genuinely means so much.

Most small businesses don’t grow because of one viral moment. We grow one recommendation, one introduction, and one person believing in our work at a time.

If you’ve ever shared one of our posts, tagged us, worn something we created, or mentioned Copper State to someone who needed branded apparel—thank you. You’re a bigger part of this business than you probably realize. 🧡

03/29/2026

Most people think custom apparel is just press and print.

It’s not.

What you don’t see is the setup, the precision, and the experience behind every piece.

That’s the difference between
cheap prints…
and something that actually represents your brand.

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Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
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