Custom Gildan 500B YOUTH Heavy Cotton T-Shirt

Product Description

Gildan 500B Youth Heavy Cotton T-Shirt — Canada's Top Custom Kids' Tee

The Gildan 500B is the youth version of Canada's best-selling t-shirt — the Gildan 5000. Built from the same trusted 100% preshrunk cotton in a smaller, kid-friendly size range, it's the go-to choice for schools, camps, youth sports, VBS, and family events that need affordable, durable custom t-shirts for kids.

Same quality, same printability, sized for youth. Printed in Canada with no minimums, 10-day turnaround, and free shipping on orders over $250.

Fabric & Construction

• 100% preshrunk cotton (fibre content varies by colour — some heathers are cotton/polyester blends)
• 5.3 oz / 180 GSM — same midweight fabric as the adult Gildan 5000
• Taped neck and shoulders — durable construction that stands up to active kids
• Double-needle stitching on sleeves and bottom hem for reinforced seams
• Seamless collar — comfortable against young skin, no irritating seam at the neck
• Tear-away label — remove the tag for comfort or rebrand with your own
• Tubular construction for a classic fit

Fit & Sizing

• Youth sizes: XS (2-4), S (6-8), M (10-12), L (14-16), XL (18-20)
• Classic youth fit — relaxed and comfortable for all-day wear and active play
• Need adult sizes? See Gildan 5000 Adult Heavy Cotton T-Shirt — same fabric, same quality
• Need ladies' fit? See Gildan 5000L Ladies Missy Fit T-Shirt

Why the Gildan 500B is the Best Custom Kids' T-Shirt

• Same proven quality as the #1 adult tee — the 500B uses identical fabric and construction as the Gildan 5000, just sized for youth
• Preshrunk for reliability — parents and organizers can trust the size will stay consistent after washing
• Wide colour range — match adult Gildan 5000 colours for family events, school groups, and mixed youth/adult orders
• Affordable for bulk orders — the best value for camps, schools, VBS, and large group events
• Durable enough for kids — double-needle stitching and taped seams hold up to playground wear and tear
• Smooth cotton surface — excellent for vibrant screen prints, DTG, DTF, and heat transfer

Best Print Methods for the Gildan 500B

• Screen Printing — the most popular and affordable method for youth tees. Sharp, vibrant prints that survive countless washes. Ideal for camp logos, school mascots, and event designs.
• DTG (Direct-to-Garment) — perfect for full-colour, detailed designs on 100% cotton colours. Great for small orders or personalized shirts with individual names.
• DTF (Direct-to-Film) — works on all colours including darks. Vibrant full-colour prints that feel soft to the touch.
• Heat Transfer / Vinyl — ideal for names, numbers, and personalization. Popular for sports teams and customized kids' apparel.

Popular Uses for Custom Gildan 500B Youth T-Shirts

• Summer Camps: Camp t-shirts, counsellor shirts, cabin groups, colour war teams
• Schools: Spirit days, field day shirts, graduation tees, anti-bullying campaigns, reading challenge rewards
• VBS & Church: Vacation Bible School shirts, youth group tees, Sunday school, mission trips
• Sports: Youth league jerseys, tournament shirts, team spirit wear, coaching staff
• Family Events: Family reunions, birthday parties, matching family shirts (pair with adult Gildan 5000)
• Fundraising: School fundraiser tees, charity walk shirts, community event merch
• Daycare & Childcare: Staff and kids' matching shirts for field trips and events

Matching Adult & Youth Shirts

Need the same design on both adult and youth sizes? The Gildan 500B and Gildan 5000 share the same fabric, colours, and construction — so your prints will look identical across both. Perfect for family events, school groups with staff, and organizations with mixed age groups.

Related Gildan Youth Styles

• Gildan 5000 Adult Heavy Cotton T-Shirt — the matching adult version
• Gildan 200B Youth Ultra Cotton T-Shirt — heavier weight youth option (6.0 oz)
• Gildan 5000L Ladies Missy Fit T-Shirt — women's contoured cut in matching colours

Care Instructions

• Machine wash cold with like colours
• Tumble dry on low heat
• Do not bleach
• Do not iron directly on print or decoration
• Inside-out washing recommended for printed garments

Specifications at a Glance

• Brand: Gildan
• Style: 500B (G500B)
• Fabric: 100% Cotton (heathers vary)
• Weight: 5.3 oz / 180 GSM
• Fit: Classic Youth
• Sizes: Youth XS - Youth XL
• Colours: 20+
• Construction: Tubular
• Collar: Seamless, lay-flat
• Stitching: Double-needle sleeves and hem
• Label: Tear-away

Order Custom Gildan 500B Youth T-Shirts from T-Shirt Elephant

T-Shirt Elephant is Canada's leading custom apparel printer. We stock the full Gildan 500B colour range and offer:

• No minimum order — order 1 shirt or 10,000
• 10-day standard production — rush available
• Free shipping on orders over $250 across Canada
• Free digital proof before production
• Screen printing, DTG, DTF, embroidery — all methods available
• Printed in Canada — supporting Canadian business since 2010