Est. Berkeley
We are Spero.
A team of college students with a heart to share the gospel through biblically-empowered apparel.
Spero
“to hope.”
Our vision is rooted in Matthew 10:29–31, where something as insignificant as a sparrow, worth only a penny, is valued and cared for by God. We hope in the living hope, who bridged the gap that once separated us from Him — and we look up to see sparrows the same way we strive to look up to Christ daily as we navigate through our lives.
— Latin, c. 1300
Our Mission
Romans 1:16 — “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.”
To spread the Word of God by incorporating scripture into intentional designs — sparking hope, conversation, and bold living for Christ through everyday wear.
Gospel-centered
Every design carries scripture. Each garment is a quiet reminder of who God is — perfectly good, faithful, and steadfast toward His people.
Nonprofit
All proceeds support Christian ministries, faith-based campus initiatives, and the expansion of Spero's mission.
Student-built
Spero is run entirely by college students using their talents in design, development, photography, and operations. Meet the team.
Our Partners
Giving with intention.
Each year, Spero partners with a different missionary or organization to direct our profits toward. These partners are chosen carefully to ensure their vision aligns with ours — that they are primarily Gospel-sharing and Gospel-centered in everything they do.
We also partner with Christian fellowships, ministries, and organizations to host clothing drops and bring Spero apparel into the hands of communities living out the Gospel together.
Abba Modern Dance Group
Fellowship in Christ Berkeley
Laundry Love
More Than Bread
Pillar Baptist Church
Soon Movement Global
Unity in Christ BerkeleyAbba Modern Dance GroupFellowship in Christ BerkeleyLaundry LoveMore Than BreadPillar Baptist ChurchSoon Movement GlobalUnity in Christ BerkeleyAbba Modern Dance GroupFellowship in Christ BerkeleyLaundry LoveMore Than BreadPillar Baptist ChurchSoon Movement GlobalUnity in Christ BerkeleyCommon Questions
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“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care… you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Matthew 10:29-31