Chicago Company Releases Handmade Commemorative Jersey for America's 250th

Catholic Imprint creates limited-edition baseball jersey to mark the U.S. milestone.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:19pm

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Catholic Imprint, a Chicago-area evangelization ministry and American goods manufacturer, has released a limited-edition commemorative baseball jersey to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. The handcrafted jersey features patriotic designs and a portion of proceeds from each sale will be donated to charity.

Why it matters

As the U.S. approaches a major milestone, this commemorative jersey represents an effort by a local company to honor the occasion through American-made, handcrafted goods. In an era of mass manufacturing, the attention to quality and craftsmanship reflects a desire to celebrate national pride and community values.

The details

The America 250 Heritage Baseball Jersey is handcrafted in Chicago using full dye sublimation construction, which embeds the design directly into the fabric. It features 'We The People' across the chest, 'America 250 1776–2026' on the back, and the Washington, D.C. skyline along the bottom hem. The sleeves display the stars and stripes of the American flag. Each jersey is available in sizes S through 4XL and carries no team logos or MLB marks, making it a pure American tribute.

  • The United States turns 250 years old on July 4, 2026.
  • The America 250 Heritage Baseball Jersey is available now at america250jersey.com.

The players

Catholic Imprint

A family-run evangelization ministry headquartered in the southwest Chicago suburbs, dedicated to supporting the global Catholic community through high-quality, affordable, and fully customizable faith-based resources.

J.P. Kaplan

The co-founder of Catholic Imprint and a first-generation American who wanted to mark America's 250th birthday with something made by hand in the USA.

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What they’re saying

“America's 250th birthday only comes once, and we wanted to mark it the right way — something made by hand, in this country, by American workers who still believe that how you make something is part of what it means.”

— J.P. Kaplan, Co-founder, Catholic Imprint

What’s next

Catholic Imprint is also offering the America 250 Heritage Baseball Jersey for organizational fundraising, inviting parishes, schools, civic groups, and community organizations to contact the company directly.

The takeaway

This commemorative jersey reflects a desire by a local Chicago company to celebrate American craftsmanship, community values, and national pride during a significant milestone for the United States. The attention to quality and the charitable component demonstrate how businesses can create products that honor tradition while also giving back.