GCE Designs is a mission-driven venture of GCE that provides a wide range of branded apparel, embroidery and promotional items while championing disability inclusion in the workforce.

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is one of the nation’s largest private employers of people with disabilities. With operations in 14 states and Washington, D.C., we partner with the U.S. military, government agencies, commercial businesses and community organizations to deliver award-winning services. From information technology and contact center support to food service, custodial and facilities management, GCE offers a broad range of career paths that help individuals thrive and contribute to the communities we serve.

Our production facility is located in Pensacola, Florida. Our partner, Spectrum Designs, has two full-service NY-based facilities in Port Washington (Long Island) and Pleasantville (Westchester). Our fully trained staff can handle orders of all sizes.

GCE Designs offers:

• Screen printing
• Embroidery
• Heat transfers
• DTG (direct-to-garment printing)
• Promotional products
• Graphic design services

Furthermore, we can assist with post-production fulfillment (poly bagging, labeling, hang tagging) and drop shipping.

We even host temporary pop-up webstores for your employees, school or fundraiser.

We carry an array of brands to fit any budget!

Some examples include:

• Uniforms and workwear: Carhartt, Dri-Duck, Dickies, Calvin Klein
• Athletic wear: The North Face, Izod, Puma, Nike, Under Armour
• Retail quality: American Apparel, Bella+Canvas, Boxercraft, Eddie Bauer, Nautica

Visit our Apparel Catalog to learn more and browse the many options available to you.

By making a purchase –whether uniforms, swag for a special event, or tees for a 5K – you could be making a tremendous impact on supporting our mission to create a workplace that supports skill-building, career advancement and personal development for people with disabilities without having to compromise on quality, timeframe or price!

We love having guests see our amazing team in action behind the scenes. Please use the contact us form, and we will get a tour scheduled!

As all orders are custom, pricing is determined by three factors: the product selected, the number of colors in the logo and the quantity of items. Rush jobs also require additional costs. Please use the “Request a Quote” form to send us the details with your artwork, and we will be glad to create your custom price quote.

There is no minimum order size for DTG, DTF, embroidering or heat transfers. The minimum order for screen printing is 48 pieces. Set up fees vary by product and decoration method.

Our typical turn-around time is 10 business days from date of approved proof depending on the items ordered. If you need an order quicker than 10 business days, please inform our sales team and a rush fee will be calculated for your order.

Yes! When your order is confirmed, we will ask if you would like your items shipped or picked up. Please note: pick ups can only occur from 9 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday, at our Pensacola, Florida, location.

We ship to the continental United States and Alaska with UPS, FedEx and USPS. International shipping is available at extra cost.

Yes!

For large quantities of self-ordered items – please contact us prior to ordering to discuss the manufacturer, quantities, sizes and style number(s). Let us help you make the right choice to ensure your items look their absolute best.

Single-item requests – we evaluate the request on a case-by-case basis depending on the type of garment, embroidery or DTF requested, time-frame and workload availability. With self-supplied garments, we will not be liable for any damage to the garment during the decoration process.

You can simply use the “Request a Quote” form to send us the artwork along with the details of your order. Our Art, Logo and Design Tips page is a great resource to make sure your files are in the best format for a successful project.

Whenever possible, please submit your artwork as vector files. These formats allow for resizing without any loss in quality, ensuring crisp and professional results across all items and decoration applications.

Please visit the careers page of Global Connections to Employment (GCE).

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) values innovation and connection where everyone has a voice and feels valued. We are here to provide our team members with professional development and opportunities to grow throughout their careers.

In addition, our robust benefits package includes competitive pay, time-off and various selections to support your career needs. Our commitment doesn’t stop when you are hired. We also offer on-the-job-training, internal and external learning and opportunities for career advancement.