City Apparel + Merch Wins Gold PPAI Pyramid Award for Client Programs – Not-For-Profit
We’re incredibly honored to share that City Apparel + Merch has been awarded a Gold PPAI Pyramid Award in the Client Programs – Not-For-Profit category. This recognition celebrates our work supporting the Black Swamp Classic, an annual golf outing and fundraiser dedicated to strengthening our community by benefiting the Braden Kramer Foundation and local YMCA programs. The Braden Kramer Foundation provides immediate financial assistance, no questions asked, to families experiencing pediatric cancer, while the YMCA supports programs that promote health, wellness, and character for individuals and families in our region. These causes are deeply meaningful to us, making this recognition especially impactful.
This recognition means a great deal to our entire team. Being acknowledged by PPAI is an honor in itself, but this particular category speaks directly to who we are and how we operate every single day. Supporting not-for-profit organizations isn’t just a campaign or a line item for us — it’s embedded in our values, our partnerships, and our belief that promotional products can be a powerful force for good.
A Program Close to Our Hearts
The Black Swamp Classic represents far more than a single event. It brings together community members, partners, and supporters with a shared purpose: improving lives and supporting families when they need it most. From easing the financial burden of pediatric cancer through the Braden Kramer Foundation to strengthening community wellness through YMCA programs, the impact of this event reaches far beyond the golf course.
Through thoughtful product selection, strategic planning, and intentional execution, our goal was to support the Black Swamp Classic in a way that felt authentic, impactful, and aligned with the missions it serves. Every detail of the program was approached with care, knowing the real families and communities it ultimately supports. Being recognized for this work reinforces our belief that when programs are created with intention, they can extend well beyond branding — they can truly make a difference.
Purpose and Performance Can Go Hand in Hand
At City Apparel + Merch, we believe great client programs balance purpose alongside performance. This award validates that belief and reminds us why we do what we do.
We’re incredibly grateful:
- To our clients, who trust us with their missions and allow us to be part of something bigger
- To our team, who brings heart, creativity, and intention into every program we execute
- And to PPAI, for recognizing work that prioritizes impact, relationships, and meaningful outcomes
This Gold PPAI Pyramid Award is more than a milestone. It is a reflection of our commitment to products with a purpose and partnerships that matter. We look forward to continuing to support not-for-profit organizations and community-driven initiatives like the Black Swamp Classic that create real, lasting impact.