The West Seattle Grand Parade Committee, in collaboration with Emerald City Threads, has officially launched the West Seattle Grand Parade Fundraiser Tee, now available for purchase. Every tee sold will directly support the upcoming 91st Annual West Seattle Grand Parade, scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025.

This initiative aims to help sustain the beloved, volunteer-run event that has united neighbors with its vibrant display of pirates, marching bands, and community spirit since 1935. By purchasing a tee, community members can contribute to this tradition while also showcasing their local pride.

About the Official Fundraiser Tee:

• Designed by Hanson Graphic Design, a women-owned, Seattle-based studio known for creative solutions3.

• Printed locally by Emerald City Threads, a company founded in West Seattle by Stephanie Blair, which produces "local Pacific Northwest gear that doesn’t suck".

• Made from an ultra-soft cotton blend, ensuring comfort.

• Available in a wide range of sizes, including Unisex S–3XL and Kids 2T–Youth L, with special sizes available upon request.

A portion of the proceeds from each shirt will directly help cover parade production and permitting costs3. This crucial support ensures that the West Seattle Grand Parade can continue to be a free and family-friendly event for years to come.

Whether worn to the parade itself or throughout the year, these tees are a tangible way to support a cherished West Seattle tradition.

The shirts are available in white, light blue, or navy, The West Seattle Grand Parade Fundraiser Tee can be purchased online at: https://emeraldcitythreads.com/collections/unisex-tees/products/west-seattle-grand-parade-fundraiser-tee.

For more information or press inquiries, please contact Keith Hughes, Parade Chairman, at (206) 932-3345 or khughes3247@gmail.com. Further details about the parade can be found at www.thewestseattleparade.com