Tag: #donorrecognition Blog Archive
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 6 – Built to Last
Recognition That Grows With Your Mission A successful campaign may end, but its story keeps unfolding. Donor recognition isn’t a single moment – it’s a living part of your institution’s history. When recognition is designed to adapt and endure, it becomes a framework that continues to honor generosity long after the last name is installed. […]
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 5 – Finishing Strong
Turning Plans Into Beautifully Executed Donor Recognition By the final stretch of a donor recognition campaign, the mechanicals are set, donor lists are aligned, and recognition is ready to take shape. This is when months of planning, collaboration, and design come together; when strategy becomes something tangible and lasting. Each step now depends on precision […]
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 4 – Naming & Tiers That Work
From Stewardship to Structure In Part 3, we explored how donor recognition continues long after installation through stewardship and care. To make that stewardship sustainable, you need clear rules that make updates fast and predictable. That’s where tiers and name formatting come in – the framework that keeps recognition organized, consistent, and easy to maintain. […]
The Donor Strategy Series: Part 3 – Stewardship in Action
Beyond Installation – Recognition as Stewardship After the campaign closes, after the ribbon is cut, after the last donor name is installed – what happens next? Recognition doesn’t end when the display is unveiled. In fact, that moment marks the beginning of something even more important: stewardship. Ongoing recognition strengthens relationships, inspires continued giving, and […]
Donor Recognition That Reflects Place, Purpose, and People
When the Ocean Beach Health Foundation gathered to unveil its new donor recognition wall, the moment felt less like a reveal and more like a reflection. Supporters, trustees, staff, and community members filled the lobby, not just to see names on a wall, but to recognize the collective effort that sustains local healthcare. For a small hospital […]
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 […]
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 […]