The Guard year,item by item.
Eighty-four things units actually order, arranged by when they order them and which budget line pays.
Fifteen states have signed one of these.
Sparta casts, prints and engraves for Army National Guard units. A die-struck belt buckle numbered 001 upward for a 103-piece formation. Spear-head coins, numbered 001 to 250, for Nevada’s Recruiting and Retention office. A ten-by-ten canopy for Indiana with a full back wall. Cornhole boards for Florida, a tomahawk for Texas, a messenger bag for Tennessee, cufflinks and decanters for South Carolina, Crocs charms for New Hampshire.
This catalog is built from those orders. Every one of them was branded to the state rather than to a generic national mark, and every one of them started as a proof somebody on the unit side signed before a single piece was made.
New Fiscal Year, New Mission
The federal fiscal year turns over on 1 October and the recruiting mission resets with it. This is when a Recruiting and Retention Battalion restocks the table: the handouts that leave by the hundred at a high school visit, an ASVAB session or a storefront walk-in.
- Who buys it
- Marketing NCO (79T), Recruiting & Retention Battalion
- What pays for it
- RRB marketing and advertising funds
- Watch for
- Low-cost bulk handouts sit outside the $50 recognition-item rule. Artwork carrying the ARNG logo still has to show an approved call-to-action.
Silicone wristbands
Bands are perfect for teams and clubs to show their enthusiasm.The silicone is perfect for those who are allergic to rubber.
Printed Custom Tyvek Wristbands
Tyvek wristbands are an excellent choice for short term use.
Polyester Lanyards (3/4″)
Choose this 3/4" polyester lanyard with metal crimp and metal split ring as a handy giveaway.
Sublimation Lanyards (3/4″)
It will only take a "split" second to decide on this fantastic marketing tool!
Round Stress Ball
Squeeze away the stress of the day in a colorful way with these soft and pliable stress balls.
Bullet-II Ballpoint Pen
Take your best shot at a successful promotion when you give out this Bullet-II ballpoint!
Journal Notebook with PVC cover (5″ x 7″)
Smooth, faux leather hard covers with a sewn book binding.
Round Vinyl Stickers
Promotional advertising has never been easier when you have an item as awesome as these custom decals!
Custom Full Color Magnets
Custom sizes - Quoted
Pre-Programmed Mini Fans with LEDs
This mini handheld fan is made of durable plastic and differs from any regular promotional fan.
Apple Airpods Skin
Protect your Apple Airpods with our premium ultra-thin, lightweight, vinyl decal, engineered with fine-tuned precision and designed with perfection.
Aluminum Power Bank (2200mAh)
This power bank has a sleek aluminum style with an acrylic finish that gives your logo an upscale feel.
Battle Assembly and the Recruit Sustainment Program
Drill weekend is the only time the whole formation is in one place, and RSP puts new enlistees in the armory every month for six to eighteen months before they ship. It is the most repeated touchpoint in the Guard and the least served by vendors.
- Who buys it
- RRNCO, RSP cadre, Strength Maintenance
- What pays for it
- Strength maintenance and retention lines
- Watch for
- RSP runs monthly against a rolling cohort. Plan the quantity for the training year, not for one weekend.
Econo Cap
This 100% polyester baseball cap features a 5-panel design, medium profile, structured crown, and pre-curved visor.
Port & Co Performance Tee
Rated UPF 50 to help combat harmful UV rays, this Port & Company performance tee stays cool and dry with Dry Zone moisture-wicking technology.
Polar Fleece Watch Cap Beanie
These lightweight, breathable polar fleece watch caps offer comfort and warmth without the itch of typical wool-used by the U.S.
Sparta Gear Tactical Drawstring Bag
Take this cinch up drawstring bag with you to go anywhere!
Drawstring Backpack w/Zipper
These Drawstring Tote will meet your budget and provide the size and durability you need.
Carhartt Waist Pack
More than ready to haul your phone, cash and keys, this is the trend-right pack you need from your favorite tough-as-nails brand.
Runner’s Arm Sleeve
This compression-style runner's sleeve provides a variety of benefits for sporting activities.
Crossover Outdoor Multi-Function Tactical Survival Band
This multi-function wristband is great for the outdoor enthusiast with a handy combination of 550 paracord, compass, fire starter and a whistle on your wrist you will be prepared f
Stainless Steel Dog Tag (Full Color Dome)
A full-color customizable ColorDome Decal is placed on the stainless steel dog tag, which enables us to get tons of detail on them.
Hard Enamel Lapel Pin
Full color custom Hard Enamel lapel pin with butterfly clutch back in your choice of high polish or antique plating finishes.
Soft Enamel Lapel Pin
Full color custom soft enamel lapel pin with butterfly clutch back in your choice of high polish or antique plating finishes.
Woven Patch (Velcro Backing)
Featuring a slightly different look than embroidered patches, these have a complex two dimensional look and 100% tight woven thread that perfectly displays fine details, gradients,
The Guard’s Birthday, 1636
The Massachusetts Bay General Court mustered the North, South and East Regiments on 13 December 1636, which makes the National Guard older than the country it serves. December 2026 is the 390th. Every state headquarters marks it, and it is the one date on the calendar that belongs to the Guard alone.
- Who buys it
- Unit funds, state association, JFHQ protocol
- What pays for it
- Unit operating funds. Association or private funds for anything outside them.
- Watch for
- Heritage pieces run long: art, then mould, then production. Start in early October for a 13 December ceremony.
Standard Coin
These fully customizable challenge coins are beautifully detailed and created with vibrant colors which make them the perfect reflection of your group or unit.
Pewter Coin
Our Handcrafted genuine pewter coins stand out from the rest, with so much attention to detail and the ability to add paint to make them completely custom to your needs.
Standard Badge Coin (2″ H)
These badge shaped challenge coins are intricately detailed to replicate the shape, style and colors of your badge with a maximum height of 2".
Standard Arrowhead Coin (3″ H)
These fully customizable challenge coins are beautifully detailed and created with vibrant colors which make them the perfect reflection of your group or unit.
Solid Brass Coin
These fully customizable solid brass challenge coins are beautifully detailed and created with vibrant colors which make them the perfect reflection of your group or unit.
Standard Round Bottle Opener Coin
These round bottle opener challenge coins come in 2 sizes and the borders and center areas are fully customizable with your logo, slogans or anything else you would like.
Three Tier Coin Stand
This challenge coin display rack is perfect for showing off the coins earned for outstanding accomplishment or simply for dedicated service to the world's most powerful military fo
Minuteman Pewter Statue mounted on Wood Base
Genuine Pewter statue mounted on a 3.25 inch base walnut base.
Minuteman Large Deluxe Pewter Statue mounted on Wood Base
This Made in USA solid pewter statue is mounted on a walnut base and stands 14 inches tall.
Pewter Ornament One Piece (Economy)
Hand crafted 1 piece genuine pewter ornament. Comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, also add a ribbon in a color of your choosing.
Die Struck Belt Buckle
Our premium, high quality custom die struck belt buckles are perfect for intricate details and multiple colors.
Pewter Magnet
Hand crafted genuine pewter magnets come in all shapes, sizes and finishes.
Best Warrior and the Adjutant General’s Match
Fifty-four state Best Warrior competitions feed seven regionals, which feed one national. Add the TAG Match and the Governor’s Twenty and the spring becomes one long awards season: Soldier of the Year, NCO of the Year, top shooter, team aggregate.
- Who buys it
- Unit operating funds, State Command Sergeant Major
- What pays for it
- Appropriated funds for award items
- Watch for
- Award items have to be symbolic of achievement. Engrave the competition and the year, and check your state’s current per-award ceiling before you lock the spec.
Pewter Plaque Crest Mounted on Solid Wood Plaque
A cast pewter crest on a solid wood plaque with a blank engraving plate. Sizes 8x10, 9x12 and 12x15.
Pewter Crest (Small) & Full Color Plate mounted on Wood Plaque
A small pewter crest with a full-colour plate on a wood plaque. A compact presentation piece.
Full Color Plate Mounted Solid Wood Plaque
A sublimated full-colour plate on solid wood. The fastest route to a dated, named award.
Pewter Statue mounted on Solid Walnut Square Base
A cast pewter statue on a solid walnut square base. Single tier, room for a plate.
Pewter Statue Mounted on Deluxe Solid Walnut Plaque
A cast pewter statue on a deluxe solid walnut plaque, with room for an engraved plate.
Clear Acrylic Millennium Award on Black Base
Made of Lucite, Acrylic Awards have the look of glass with the durability of plastic.
Custom Pewter Sports Medal (Standard)
A custom pewter medal struck from your artwork, with ribbon.
Bowie Knife Mounted on Solid Wood Plaque (12″x15″)
Engraving Plate Size: 11.5"W x 2"H Custom Engraving
Tomahawk Axe Mounted on Solid Wood Plaque (12″x15″)
Engraving Plate Size: 10.25"W x 2"H Custom Engraving
Smith & Wesson Search & Rescue Marine Combat Knife
Smith and Wesson focuses on creating knives that are ready for all situations.
Sparta Gear Tomahawk Axe
This Tomahawk Survival axe is a great item to have along in the outdoors while hunting or camping.
Custom Double Certificate Holder
Keep certificates, awards and treasured photographs safe and secure with this 12pt.
Annual Training and the Field
Annual Training puts the unit in the field for two weeks somewhere between May and August, with Innovative Readiness Training missions running alongside it. Field gear gets used hard, gets seen, and goes home with the Soldier.
- Who buys it
- Company commander, unit fund custodian
- What pays for it
- Unit operating funds. Unit fund (non-appropriated) for morale items.
- Watch for
- Unit fund purchases have to benefit the whole unit equitably rather than selected individuals.
Sparta Gear 3-Day Stretch Backpack
Sparta’s 3-Day Stretch Backpack is a tough, durable bag perfect for 72 Hour Patrol or a 3-Day Get-A-Way!
Sparta Gear Tactical Messenger Bag
Our Tactical styled laptop bag features a 2" expansion on the bottom for extra carrying, ripstop, and denier materials for a professional finish, and dual buckle closures in the fr
ThinkFit Meal Prep Bag Set
The lunch bag is double insulated, keeping your snacks and meals at a constant temperature throughout the day.
RTIC Outback Bottle (32oz)
Introducing the 32 Oz. RTIC® Tumbler - your ultimate companion for ensuring your drinks stay at the perfect temperature all day long.
RTIC Refuel Bottle
Your go-to active bottle designed for easy chugs and quick refuels, from the treadmill to the trail.
The Walk in the Park mug (20oz)
This BPA-free mug is made with 18/8 double-wall, food-grade stainless steel and it holds 20 oz of liquid.
Backroads Stainless Steel Tumbler (20oz)
Here's a big and bold traveling mug that doesn't mess around.
Folding Chair With Carrying Bag
From the sidelines to the beach, they'll bring your brand along for the ride with this folding chair and carrying bag.
Sparta Gear Tactical Multi-Tool
Deluxe Tactical Model: 9-in-1 tool Made of quality stainless steel Sleek black finish Safety locking system Comes with sturdy storage bag 9 tools, including: Scissors, Wire Cutters
Sparta Gear Black Assisted Opening Rescue Knife
FOR STOCK ORDER ONLY
Sparta Gear Tactical Glassbreaker Pen
Now you can have the Legendary tactical advantage with multi-functional tactical pens!
Pelican 2370 3 IN 1 LED Flashlight
One of our most sophisticated aerospace grade aluminum flashlights, the 2370 LED flashlight has been designed as 3 lights in one.
Fair Season, Air Shows and NGAUS
County fairs in July, state fairs from late July into October, air shows and sporting partnerships across the summer, and the NGAUS General Conference in late August. This is the booth: the canopy, the backdrop, the table, and the game that stops a family long enough to have the conversation.
- Who buys it
- State Marketing Officer, Marketing NCO (79T)
- What pays for it
- State advertising and marketing funds
- Watch for
- Under the ARNG branding guidelines a piece carrying the logo must show an approved call-to-action, and the national and state logos never appear together on the same item.
Pop-Up Canopy Tents
These portable canopies can travel just about anywhere you need protection from the sun.
Full Color Table Covers
Showcasing your brand at trade show exhibitions and other industry events is simple with this full-color table throw.
Retractable Banner Stand
Full-color roll-up banner on an anti-curl insert with excellent print quality and weather resistant.
Trade Show Backdrop
This trade show booth backdrop will draw attention as it stands 7 feet tall.
Custom Cornhole Set with Bags
Our boards are quality constructed using 1/2" cabinet grade plywood.
Giant Fast Four Game
The giant Fast Four game is top-notch fun and perfect for events and giveaways.
Felt Pennant (8″ x 18″)
You can root root root for the home team at the next sporting event or promote your brand with these classic style hanging pennants.
Non-Woven Stadium Cushion
Made Of 80 Gram Non-Woven, Coated Water-Resistant Polypropylene.
Foam Footballs (7″)
This fun item will go those extra "yards" to promote your brand!
Orange Foam Basketballs (4″)
Liven things up at your next office game party by offering this 4" solid color or two-toned foam basketball as a prize to any winners.
SuperColor Ultra-Star Flying Disc (175g)
The UltraStar has set the standard for Ultimate and classic throw and catch across the globe.
Mini Riddell Speed Football Helmet
This is an exact scale replica of the Riddell Speed football helmet.
Promotion, Reenlistment, Send-Off and Homecoming
Promotions take effect on the first of the month. Reenlistment comes around every three to six years for every Soldier. Send-offs and homecomings are scheduled around a deployment, not a calendar. These are the pieces a Soldier actually keeps.
- Who buys it
- Career Counselor, unit commander, Family Programs
- What pays for it
- Retention (Extend to Defend) funds, unit funds, family program funds
- Watch for
- Recognition items bought with appropriated funds are capped under $50 each, and may also be presented to family members who support the Soldier’s service.
Square Glass Decanter (25oz)
Serve your guests your favorite top-shelf beverages with these decanters.
Deluxe Decanter Set
Decanter set - With 2 lasered engraved glasses NOTE : FOR CUSTOM PEWTER MINIMUM 36 SETS
Round Rocks Glass (11oz)
This 11oz. tumbler glass features an appearance that is simple yet sophisticated.
Pub Glass (20oz)
This 20 oz. tulip pub glass features an elegant, smoothly tapered design that's great for just about any beverage.
Glass Sport Mug (14oz) with Pewter Thumbpiece
This clear 14 oz. star bottom glass sports beer mug is bound to make a statement with the attached pewter thumbpiece!
Pewter Cufflink Set
Hand-crafted genuine pewter cufflinks put the finishing touches on your style.
Die Struck Cufflink & Tiebar set
This Die Struck Cufflink & Tiebar Set puts the finishing touches on your style.
Pewter Card Holder
Hand-crafted genuine pewter card holder is completely customizable and can come in a variety of shapes and sizes to best suit you.
Sparta Gear Leader Book Cover
This leader book cover is a must-have for anyone needing extra protection and organization for their leader book!
Pewter Coaster Set
Hand-crafted genuine pewter coaster sets with cork backing make great gifts!
Minuteman Pewter Statue mounted on Solid Walnut Pen Set
The Minuteman cast in pewter on a solid walnut pen set. The desk piece we build for Guard offices.
Pewter Key Chain (Standard – Bas Relief)
This simple yet detailed key chain is fully custom to meet all your needs.
How Guard units buy this
- 10 U.S.C. § 2261
- Appropriated funds may buy recognition items, meaning coins, medals, trophies, badges, flags and similar, valued at under $50 each for recruiting and retention. Those may be presented to members and to the family members who support their service. Low-cost bulk handouts are handled separately from this rule.
- Micro-purchase threshold
- The federal threshold has been $15,000 since 1 October 2025, but Army policy still publishes $10,000 and individual cardholder limits are set locally and are often lower. Design the order around $10,000 unless your card says otherwise. Above the threshold and up to the simplified acquisition threshold, promotional-item buys are set aside for small business.
- NGR 601-1 and ANGI 36-2602
- Guard-specific ceilings for presentation items and award items sit in NGR 601-1, revised 1 April 2025. Air Guard recruiting and retention runs under ANGI 36-2602. Those figures get updated. Confirm the current ones with your USPFO or your R&R chain before you lock a spec, because we would rather quote to the right number the first time. Nothing on this page is contracting advice.
What is in here
States and territories we have produced for
- California
- Florida
- Georgia
- Indiana
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- Ohio
- Puerto Rico
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Wisconsin
The things units actually ask
Who in a unit usually places an order like this?
Can appropriated funds pay for this, and is there a dollar limit?
Can we put our unit crest or the National Guard logo on it?
We have a ceremony date. What is the lead time?
What are the minimums?
Do we get to see it before it is made?
Tell us the date and the formation size.
Send the unit, the occasion, the date it has to be in hand, and roughly how many. We come back with a quote and a free digital proof.
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