What is Wheat State Shirt Co.?

Welcome to Wheat State Shirt Co! I’m Phil Stevens—Kansan, father, husband, strength coach, athlete, artist, youth sports coach, and business owner. Born and raised in Topeka, I graduated from Topeka High School before earning my Bachelor's in Studio Art from Washburn University. My journey took me on the road for the next 15 years, during which I embraced life as an athlete and coach while pursuing my passion for art. Along the way, I also earned my Master’s in Fine Art from American University, all while climbing the ranks as a strength coach.

Traveling and living around the world with talented artists and athletes opened my eyes to a common struggle: many of these driven individuals are broke, much like I was during my years of living out of my truck while coaching, competing, and creating. This experience inspired the creation of Wheat State Shirt Co. I wanted to build a platform that celebrates Kansas and all that it has to offer.

At Wheat State Shirt Co, we specialize in in-house designs for shirts, hats, mugs, and decals that highlight the spirit of Kansas. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to supporting local athletes and artists. We provide a space for Kansas creatives to showcase their designs without any cost to them. Each featured artist or athlete will have a short bio on our site that explains who they are and what they do, linked to their custom-designed products. A percentage of the proceeds from these sales goes directly to them, giving them an opportunity to earn income while they continue to create and compete.

Our goal is to help these talented individuals gain exposure and potentially build their own online presence, all while providing a simple outlet for supplemental income. At Wheat State Shirt Co, we’re not just selling merchandise; we’re cultivating a community that celebrates the incredible talent Kansas has to offer.

We can also help your teams with fan gear and fund raisers where you are hands off. No money up front and we ship the items directly to your fans.

Thank you for joining us on this journey!