The communities we are privileged to serve are enhanced by impactful Black organizations and Black-owned businesses. In hopes of improving diversity and equity in all communities, we are committed to highlighting them through our platforms. (1/3)
How it started ➡️ How it’s going
We continue to celebrate 20 years of custom printed apparel! Check out our co-founders,
@RyanGreggUGP
, and
@rishi_narayan_
as childhood friends, and how they look today (still friends btw 😉).
Win Apple AirPods Pro (plus other UGP prizes) by doing the
#UGPFacemaskChallenge
!
1. Post a pic of you (or your family) in your favorite face mask
2. Use
#UGPFaceMaskChallenge
in your Tweet
3. Like and follow
@UGP
4. Tag a friend in your tweet!
Good luck to all!
Foodie’s Catering, owned by Sheldon Alexander is based in Ann Arbor, MI, and serves up great food for catered events. Sheldon cooks a variety of incredible dishes from all sorts of cuisines.
Du Nord Craft Spirits (
@DuNordCS
) is a Minneapolis-based distillery. Co-founded in 2013 by Chris Montana, the idea stemmed from establishing a top-class distillery in the city he loved.
Umhlaba Vision Foundation (
@UVF2016
is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing positive life experiences for South African youth through soccer and education.
@defunkt_records
is an electronic music and visual arts collective and record label based in Austin, Texas. Founded by Sarah L. (
@tear_xenon
), Defunkt Records has hosted over 50 international events and is renowned for featuring innovative artists with engaging visual art shows!
>>>National Society of Black Engineers (
@NSBE
) is committed to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Learn more & donate at . (3/3)
It’s not just people that get excited when their custom shirt orders arrive! Our boxes make for a fun playtime activity for our furry friends too! Thanks to
@speakbeasty
for sending this pic in of Luna!
#TGIF
Through2Eyes, started by Sampson Levingston (
@sampson_2
), started as a blog to share perspective and has expanded to include ‘Walk and Talk’ sessions where Levingston leads tours across Indiana sharing Black History about the state.
Excited to share
@DetroitCityFC
shout out on Fallon last night!
We’re so proud to work with such an amazing team and can’t wait to toss some t-shirts with them this season during half time! ⚽️
Now, more than ever, do we love seeing what our customers send us! From
@T9Hacks
: “We hosted our fifth annual T9Hacks women and non-binary hackathon. People were very excited by the quality, one reason we continuously choose to work with Underground Shirts year after year.”
We’re celebrating our 2️⃣0️⃣th anniversary today! 🎂🎉
It’s been quite a journey over the past 2 decades and we are so excited for the future years to come. From our humble beginnings in a college dorm room to where we are today - it’s hard to express just how grateful we are!
"This was a gift my brother in law asked for. I wasn’t sure why he wanted this custom shirt but knowing him I didn’t ask. Christmas morning he posts this picture on Facebook. He had this shirt as a little boy " -
@nicrocks07
#printedbyUGP
Big O’s Pork & Dreams (
@BigOsBBQOKC
) is an Edmond-based restaurant that serves up incredible BBQ. Founded by Owen (seen in the picture) and Tamaka Wilson, not only is Big O’s dedicated to making great food, but also, with Owen’s background as a youth counselor...
"This is my 6th year offering shirts from Underground Printing for a local volleyball camp. I love seeing the kids walking around town wearing past t-shirts."
Thanks to Marijo T. for sending us this picture of some aspiring athletes at volleyball camp!
#printedbyugp
"Our 3rd, 4th & 5th graders participated in community service projects for a week in July."
Thanks to Kim B. for sending us this picture of some active elementary school students getting involved in helping their community! With some great shirts
#printedbyugp
!
To learn more about Defunkt Records check out their website:
🔗:
Defunkt Records is another example of an inspirational & unique Minority-Owned, woman-led business that we serve. So happy to have printed their limited edition shirts!
#UGPSpotlight
Culture Coffee (
@culturecoffeeok
) is an Oklahoma City-based coffee shop that serves top notch coffees, espressos, teas, and lattes. Culture Coffee believes in
#culture
,
#community
, and
#coffee
and are committed to offering products from local roasters.
"Our family took a family vacation to Orange Beach, Alabama. I wanted tank tops for a family picture with a unique saying on the front. It was easy and hassle free."
Thanks to Janell M. for this great picture from a lovely family vacation with tanks
#printedbyugp
!
New location alert!📍
We’ve officially moved our corporate location from Metty Drive in Ann Arbor to Seaver Way in Ypsilanti! This move is so exciting for us and we cannot wait to grow further!🤩
Stay tuned for more pics of our new location and production facility
#PrintedByUGP
“Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second. To raise awareness,
@KapnickKIG
employees hit their local sidewalks and trails to participate in the
#MIHeartWalk
.
#TeamKapnick
raised over $1,600 for the
@American_Heart
- Michigan.”
Well done! 👏
“We couldn't be happier with the way everything turned out. We are planning on ordering through Underground Printing because of how great she was with us.”
We love hearing great feedback from our amazing customers!
Tag
@UndergroundPrinting
to be featured!
#PrintedByUGP
Can you guess what design we’re printing before the video is over? 🤔
This printing process is called direct to Garber and works similar to your printer at homeN this process is best for designs with a lot of colors, gradients, pictures, and more! 🎨
"This professional business fraternity had their members spotted everywhere from classrooms, coffee shops to gyms in their easy-to-see bright blue shirts!"
Thanks to Susie P. for sending us this! We love to help any student organization get great custom shirts
#printedbyugp
!
Ray Glymph, owner of Scorers (
@Scorers304
) and Get Fit Shakes in Morgantown, WV, serves his community healthy options but also steps up when the community needs him. During the pandemic, he committed to providing free meals to children in the Morgantown area.
"The Les Meres et Debutantes Club of Greater Lansing Alumni Association is a mother daughter group supporting youth development with Debutantes. The Alumni invited Debs to view the grand opening of the Lion King."
Thanks to Paulette C. for sending us this pic!
#printedbyugp
!
As 2021 comes to an end, so does our 20th Anniversary. We, at Underground Printing, want to thank each and every one of you for letting us help tell your stories, and being a huge part of ours!
Thanks to Vox Principalis Choral Association for this great picture and story!
"Some members of the choir visited the West Virginia University Hospital. We went caroling to the oncology area patients. This was the first time we wore our new and amazing t-shirts!"
#printedbyugp
Taste of Ann Arbor Curbside & At Home kicks off tomorrow 🍽️ Order restaurant specials to your door and participate in our photo contest, May 29-31!
#TasteA2atHome
"The fourth annual Mountain Meadows end of summer neighborhood block party -- this year I decided to surprise everyone with t-shirts for the event."
Thanks to Michael W. for sending this pic in and for printing your shirts with Underground Printing!
#printedbyugp
"Our company sponsored the Engineers Without Borders Puget Sound Chapter Kickball Tournament. We played kickball for a day to fundraise for EWB international projects."
Thanks to Joey Z. for sending us this pic and for helping make a difference with his company.
#printedbyugp
Puffer Reds is a small business based in Ypsilanti, MI founded in 1979 by Eric Williams. Since then, Puffer Reds has become a well-known entertainment destination. What started off as a place to find the latest hip-hop, R&B, and jazz music albums quickly grew!
@Puffer_Reds
Thanks to Allie M., who sent us this picture of her and her family in their custom Thanksgiving shirts! We may be a couple months removed from Thanksgiving, but we always love to spotlight great creativity for fun events like holidays with the family!
#printedbyugp
3 things Weber’s is famous for! 🎹
Weber’s is a restaurant and hotel in Ann Arbor, MI! Best known for its live Maine lobster and famous prime rib, Weber’s has tons of delicious food, fancy cocktails, and more! 🥩🦞
“Our teenage kids modeling Symposium Books new T-shirts! From beginning to end, I had a positive experience with Underground Printing! They have excellent customer service and competitive pricing.”
Thanks to our friends at
@SymposiumBooks
for the kind words! 🙏
"There's not much of a story behind this sweatshirt other than I saw it as a meme, redesigned it, and then got it printed on this sweatshirt!"
Like we did here with Becca T., whether for work or pleasure, we're happy to get help you get the perfect apparel!
#printedbyugp
Custom Sportswear - Add your corporate logo to our selection of custom fitness apparel and workout accessories from your favorite brands like Champion, Under Armour and New Era. -
"The University of Michigan-Dearborn holds an annual Chancellor's Picnic during the summer. Our campus embraces GO BLUE! Fridays where we wear maize and blue."
Thank you Diane S. for this picture! We love supplying university groups with high-quality custom shirts
#printedbyugp
!
Downtown Boxing Gym (
@DBGDetroit
) is a free after-school program for local children to give them the tools they need through education, athletics, mentorship, and innovation to prepare them for their future. Their commitment to serving their community is truly exceptional...[1/2]
Congrats to Cathy (
@charleyclaytonpeepfest
on IG) for winning our April Pic of the Month contest and a $100 UGP custom gift card! 🐣
You can read more about April's winning submission below:
🔗 :
Tag
@UndergroundPrinting
to be featured!
#PrintedByUGP
"bfearless. is a women’s clothing, accessory, and whole family shoe boutique. We are believers of Unique Fashion, Inspired by the Arts & Relevant Relationships, & we believe Fashion is Art."
Thanks to
@bfearless9201
for sending in this great picture of your shirt
#printedbyugp
!
Shelves Bookstore (
@shelvesbookstore
) is a Charlotte-based pop-up bookstore that offers up books that you can order online, or purchase in-person when Shelves makes appearances at local businesses.
Thank you to Jordyn D. (
@composetheway
) for sending us this pic of her awesome new custom shirt! Jordyn is a talented musician and we are happy to help promote her brand!
"The Evanston MotorCycle Classic is in its third year. Each year a different motorcycle has been featured on the t-shirt. The shirt was very popular with attendees."
Thanks Randy W. for this picture from a very cool event! We love hearing that shirts
#printedbyugp
are a success!
"The Circle K chapter at the University of Michigan dedicated hours to serving the people of our community."
We're glad that Michigan Circle K were able to enjoy some downtime from the hard work serving their community by playing broomball in custom shirts
#printedbyugp
!