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Full-service branded merchandise company

Kept is your all-in-one branded merchandise partner. We design, source, make, pack, and ship branded products and corporate gifts that people love.

OUR MISSION

To make and deliver coveted merchandise for inspiring brands around the world.

360° DESIGN SERVICES

Support from industry experts end-to-end

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Swag strategy & support

Kept makes swag easier. Our design, product, and delivery teams work as one from the first idea to the final box. You get quality merch that feels true to your brand, plus a team that shapes the process around your needs.

Merch sets of various colors.

Responsible sourcing & merchandising

Keepers [kee-pers]: useful, design-forward products from vetted makers and brands around the world.

We’ve tested thousands of products. Only the top 5% make our curated lineup. Our retail team knows what’s new, what lasts, and what works for different people and styles. You get one clear path from product search to final pick.

Sustainable tumbler with custom gift box.

Design & development

Think agency-level design minus the hefty price tag.

Our design team makes eye-catching merch that works in real-world production. We plan around your budget and how each item will be made. From event t-shirts to a full branded collection, every product is built to last.

Cut and sew jacket for Pepsi.

Production

The devil is in the details.

For bulk orders and print on demand, we work with makers and decorators we trust. They meet our standards for responsible sourcing, craft, and retail-level quality. Each product should show your brand at its best. We keep working until you’re 100% satisfied.

Custom zippers and design elements.

E-commerce

No addresses? No problem.

Our digital tools help people choose items, share their details, and receive orders. Pick a pop-up shop, pre-order page, redemption page, or full company store. We’ll match the setup to your project and team.

Corporate gifting online store display.

Kitting & fulfillment

Our social impact labor partners help us kit, store, and drop-ship products at rates our clients can count on.

We handle each step, from sorting to custom packing. Your merchandise arrives organized, labeled, and ready to go.

custom onboarding swag kit.

Global distribution

By land, air, or sea, consider it shipped.

Our team has a 99% on-time delivery rate (seriously!). We handle customs, choose routes, and negotiate rates for programs of any size. Your merch lands where and when it should.

Shipping container displaying our global fulfillment capabilities.
Curated PRODUCTS

The best products at the best prices

Shop our brand network and 10,000+ hand-picked products. Add custom embroidery, screen printing, embossing, and more.

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Social Giving
SOCIAL GIVING
UNDERREPRESENTED OWNER
UNDERREPRESENTED OWNER
UNDERREPRESENTED OWNER
SUSTAINABLE
Marine Layer
Moleskine
Original Favorites
Ocean Bottle
LEUCHTTURM1917
Larq
Modern Sprout
Le Pen
GOT BAG
Carhartt
Anecdote Candles
AS Colour
FEED
Recess Pickleball
American Giant
Slowtide
Miir
CUSTOM+ PROGRAMS

One-of-a-kind products

Merchandise that’s unmistakably yours. It’s what we’re known for.

Cut & sew

Get full control over design, fit and finish when you build from the ground up. We can start from your own product specs or design from scratch to create truly bespoke, must-have pieces.

  • Pattern making
  • Material sampling
  • PMS color matching
  • Specialty inks and proprietary dying methods
  • Custom zippers, buttons and fabrics
  • Private labeling
  • Custom hang tags
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custom brown jacket for company merchandise.
Custom design elements like fabric swatches and zippers.

Impact programs

Products you love, vetted by us. When done right, we believe branded merchandise can do more than look good - it can do good. We help brands curate from ethos-aligned makers from around the world.

  • Co-create responsibly-made products with diverse makers from our Impact Partner network
  • Plant forests with units sold
  • Contribute to clean water programs
  • Amplify your brand values
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Sustainable jackets with eco friendly imprint.
Custom giveaway for banks.

Brand collaborations

Got a dream collab? Our retail partnerships run deep and we know the ins and outs of what it takes to pull off next-level collaborations. We’ll guide you through minimum quantities, timelines and all the fine print that bring iconic collabs to life.

  • Custom fabrics, designs + patterns
  • Custom scents
  • Brand collab co-labeling & packaging
  • Limited edition edits
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Custom water bottle for Crocs.
Custom yoga mat and water bottle collaboration.

Build a kit & branded packaging

We turn packaging into a brand moment with recycled mailers, crinkle, and custom inserts. We also pack kits to make an impact, cut waste, and respect your budget.

  • Custom boxes, tissue and tape
  • Logos on cards, gift tags or products
  • Hand-written inserts
  • Collating and kitting services
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sustainable mailer made from seaweed.
Influencer kit.

High-volume product development

We run multi-million dollar custom product programs. Our brand network and trusted makers help us get every detail right, from one order to the next.

  • CAD design
  • Factory vetting and selection
  • Pre-production samples
  • Quality control
  • High-volume quotes
  • USA + global manufacturing
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eco-friendly tote bags.
branded crew socks.
our method

Made by us, for you

T-shirt showing custom silkscreen decoration and metallic imprint.
Design

This is the dreaming stage. Share a napkin sketch or a fully formed idea and we'll take it from there. We can collaborate with your creative team or lead the design process ourselves. From there, we source the best-fit products from our global network of exclusive brands and vetted makers.

Brand guideline support

Creative direction

Product curation and presentation

Company swag for new employees with GOT bag backpack, pen, notebook, and personalized insert.
Develop

You'll review product options and approve proofs to make sure every detail is just right. Then our experienced decorators bring it to life with standout finishes. We fine tune every detail so the final result reflects your brand at its best.

Kitting and packaging

Manufacturing

Quality control

A custom box showcasing our swag kitting service and global distribution.
Deliver

Your delivery team will choose the right method for each project, from bulk and drop shipping to global distribution. We manage every step so your products arrive on time.

Delivery strategy

Storage and inventory solutions

Full-service fulfillment

IMPACT

KEPT for GOOD™

Our standards are simple. We make merch with more care and run our business with purpose. Here’s what that means day to day.

Sustainability

As a family-owned, woman-owned business, we build with the next generation in mind. It’s personal.

We want to do right by people and the planet. Through KEPT for GOOD™, we set clear social and environmental goals for our supply chain and our industry.

Women Owned Certification. UPS Carbon Neutral symbol. EcoVadis certification
Trendy woman wearing neutral merchandise.

DEI & social impact

More than half of our merch comes from Impact Partners. Some are founders from underrepresented groups. Others give back or help protect nature. Each order supports their work and the people they serve.

Their ideas also help us make products with a purpose beyond the item itself.

Shirt highlighting the diverse and sustainable businesses that we support.

Giving

We’re a giving company: 85% women and 100% committed to a positive impact. We partner with ability-inclusive workplaces. We give our team paid time off to volunteer and donate to causes close to our hearts. We also work with industry peers to push for more progress.

Sweatshirt sleeve highlighting our embroidery capabilities and custom designs.
ABOUT US

Decades of experience

Kept has spent over 30 years making goods with care. The result is quality merch that turns heads, starts talks, and helps people remember your brand.

Family-owned

We launched in 1994 with work for brands like Disney and Harley-Davidson. Today, our second-generation female CEO leads Kept. We pair 30 years of hard-won wisdom with fresh ideas for full-service merch.

Keepers only: quality guarantee

We obsess over the small details and thoughtful extras that make a big impact in real life. We turn branded products into coveted favorites for those who are unwilling to compromise for their brand.

Customer obsessed

You get one-on-one service and a dedicated client success team, 24/7. We pair experience and useful tools with people who care.

Passionate experts

Kind, clear, dialed in. Our creative, product, and delivery pros care about you, your brand, and the work we’ll do together.

Industries

Spaces we work in

Global brands and growing startups trust us to make quality merchandise for their people. We create it, manage it, and deliver it wherever it needs to go.

Custom company apron and goods.
Industries
Agencies & Services
Tech, Blockchain & AI
Gaming
Finance & Legal
Healthcare
Real Estate & Construction
Manufacturing
Food & Beverage
Sporting
Music & Entertainment
Education & Non-Profit
Solutions

For every use case

No matter the price point, quantity or occasion, let us take care of your merchandise. We can source it all.

A beautifully branded merch kit filled with trending swag and personalized details.
Products
Elevated Employee Swag
New Hire Kits
Client & Corporate Gifting
Promotional Products
Corporate Merch
Holiday & Milestone Recognition
Fan Merch
Event, Trade Show & Conference Giveaways
E-commerce Store Merchandise
Custom Awards
School & Team Apparel
Branded Uniforms, Scrubs, & Workwear
Private Label Programs
Custom Product Development
Custom Gift Boxes
Branded Packaging & Tagging
Brand Launch
POS Products
& More
solutions

Distribution that scales

Branded merchandise without the headaches. Our team makes ordering, fulfillment, and delivery clear from start to finish.

Custom branded packaging tape and swag.
solutions
Bulk & Print on Demand Options
Kitting
Pick & Pack
Drop Ship
Warehousing
Localized Manufacturing
Human-First Client Portal
Tech-Driven Tracking, Re-ordering & Inventory
Dedicated Client Success Team
E-Commerce Store
Digital Swag Store & Redemption Pages   
Who we help

Built around your team

The right merchandise program depends on who is running it, where recipients work, and how quickly the organization is growing. Start with the path that looks most like your team.

“Your attention to detail, responsiveness and quality products are absolutely unmatched. So thankful for our decades of partnership. You are a merchandising powerhouse!”
JPMorganChase, Supplier Diversity
“Thank you again for a fantastic first year together! I truly enjoy working with your team — professional, efficient, kind and laser focused are a few descriptors that come to mind when thinking of you all.”
EM NAGEL
PCNA Sales Manager
“I just received our client gifts and they are amazing! I’m so excited for the team to see them on-site and can’t wait for our next order. Thanks again!”
Mara Peterson
ApartmentIQ Marketing Specialist
“I can’t tell you what a joy it is to work with you and being confident we will get everything on time!”
Denise Breunig
Horizon Development
“I want to take a moment and appreciate your team for always being so patient and responsive. You make my job easier and more enjoyable — thank you!”
Molly Browne
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Education Manager
Better Service
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RECENT FAVORITES

Kept is where swag envy begins

Nurture connections. Unite teams. Make people feel seen.

Vintage 90’s cap
Vintage branded cap created for Cartridge
Cartridge

Brass buckle dad caps for Cartridge, the leader in provable games and applications.

Saycheese kits
Custom cheese kit for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin

Custom cheese kits for channel marketing activation program.

Center patch
Custom golf hat for Coaches versus Cancer
Coaches vs Cancer (CvC)

Fully custom golf hats for Coaches vs Cancer event.

e-commerce merch
Sunday Running Club branded merchandise
Sunday Running Club

Run club swag for Central Park morning go-getters.

Cut & sew
Custom Fireball Whiskey event onesie
Fireball Whiskey

Fully custom fireball onesies for on-site activation events. 

Custom enamel charms
Custom Cheese State University enamel keychain
Cheese State University

Made to order keychains for the Ivy League of cheese education.

So many pockets
Custom city map tote for JPMorganChase
JPMorganChase

Custom city-specific Map Totes for global internship program.

Garment-dyed crew neck
Garment-dyed branded T-shirt for The Dojo
Dojo

Heavyweight soft ring spun t-shirts for The Dojo Sensei Residency Program in NYC. 

Puff embroidery
Custom leather diaper bag for Explorer Hill
Explorer Hill

Custom leather diaper bags for Explorer Hill, parents focused on mental health.

Dye-sub hat
Custom packable bucket hat for Good Boy
Good Boy

Packable bucket hats for Good Boy dog walkers.

Frequently asked questions

What does Kept do?

Kept plans and runs branded merchandise and gift programs. One team handles the ideas, design, product search, orders, stores, packing, storage, and shipping.

How do I get started?

Click “Start a Project.” A quick kickoff call and a few details are all we need to begin curating, designing, and building your merch.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes. We ship to one address or thousands around the world. Our delivery team handles customs, duties, and routes so your merch arrives on time.

How do we collaborate?

We use clear tools to keep every task, note, and deadline in one place. Our own team works remotely, so we know how to keep work moving across time zones.

Do you only do large orders?

Not at all. We work with everyone—from early-stage startups to global teams. Whether you need 50 or 50,000 items, we offer scalable solutions to match. Each product has its own minimums and lead times, and our team will walk you through the best-fit options for your project.

Do you offer sustainable options?

Yes! Responsible sourcing is part of how we work. We look for recycled materials, low-impact packaging, and certified suppliers. Then we help you find an option that fits your values, budget, quality bar, and style.

Can you help me come up with ideas?

Yes. Tell us what you want the merch to do. We’ll find on-brand basics or build something custom with makers we trust. Our team checks each product and brings you ideas that fit your goals.

What makes KEPT different?

Our creative team makes the ideas, and our operations team gets them shipped. Design, product picks, and a support team are part of the service. Online stores may have separate setup costs. Few merch partners do all of this in one place.