Category: Uncategorized Blog Archive
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 2 – Making the Case
Why Recognition Gets Overlooked Even the most carefully planned campaigns face tough budget conversations. Dollars are scrutinized, priorities are ranked, and anything that seems optional is often the first to go. Too often, donor recognition ends up on that list – treated as a nice gesture instead of a strategic component. That happens because recognition’s […]
Meet Luke Kuenning!
Hey all! I’m Luke Kuenning, the go-to guy at Partners in Recognition. I’ve worked in many corners of the company over the years, starting out as a production artist, fast forward to laser operator and currently the in-house pressman. I’m also one of our onsite display installers as well as our acting safety director. I […]
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 1 – Plan It From Day One
Start Strong or Scramble Later Campaigns move fast. Buildings rise, programs launch – and recognition should rise with them. When donor recognition is part of the plan from day one, teams move with clarity: naming opportunities energize early conversations, stakeholders see what’s possible, and the finished space feels cohesive and intentional. Waiting until the end […]
The Donor Strategy Series: Intro – Six Steps to Stronger Donor Recognition
A Roadmap for Recognition Success Every campaign tells a story of generosity, vision, and shared purpose. But behind every story is a strategy – one that ensures donors feel valued, recognized, and inspired to give again. At Partners In Recognition, we see how thoughtful recognition shapes not just the spaces where names appear, but the […]
Meet Kelli Muether!
Hey there… I’m Kelli Muether, the Creative Director here at PIR. I live in New Bremen, Ohio with my husband, David; two sons, Colten & Rogan; and daughter, MariAna. I received my BFA in Visual Communication Design at the University of Dayton… Go Flyers! I joined PIR in January of 2004 and am celebrating my […]
Meet Rob Anspach!
Hi, I’m Rob Anspach. I’m an inside sales and donor recognition consultant here at Partners In Recognition. Most of my days revolve around helping people figure out what they actually need, then making sure our team has every detail they need to bring that idea to life. I talk with new prospects, guide customers through […]
How the Delta Gamma Foundation Uses Consistent Branding to Foster Cohesive and Meaningful Recognition
Where Mission Meets Design At Partners In Recognition, we believe that the most meaningful recognition displays aren’t just about honoring donors, they’re about telling a story that resonates across every space. That philosophy has been at the heart of our partnership with the Delta Gamma Foundation, an organization deeply rooted in purpose and community. Designing a […]
Rebuilding Stronger: Custom Experiential Design in A&H Hose’s New Lobby
A Community Hit by Disaster In March 2024, a powerful tornado tore through a small Ohio community, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Among the affected businesses was A&H Hose, a trusted national supplier of hoses and fittings. The storm devastated their manufacturing facility, destroying the second floor and shifting the concrete block […]
Building a Brighter Future Together
Grand Lake Health / Premier Health South YMCA Donor Recognition At the Grand Lake Health / Premier Health South YMCA in Minster, a ribbon cutting marked the opening of a new addition and the debut of their donor recognition display that honors every contribution behind it. A Community United by Generosity The “Building a Brighter Future […]
Tiger Woods, TGR Foundation and Cobbs Creek Foundation celebrate ribbon-cutting of Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab
Designing Gratitude: How TGR Foundation Honors Its Champions Tiger Woods and distinguished guests gathered at the Cobbs Creek Golf and Education Campus in West Philadelphia to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab. “It’s an honor to be here to celebrate this moment with my Foundation and the kids we’re serving in […]