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Creating the Perfect Plaque

One of the most common questions we get asked is- What do I put on my plaque? While we encourage all customers to make plaques as personal as possible, we are happy to guide you along your path.

What Do I Put On My Plaque?

  • Hit all the key points. Make sure you have the recipient’s name, the reason for the award and the date.
  • Be as concise as possible. Too many words add clutter.
  • Be focused. An award should clearly state why the recipient is being honored. Let the awardee know why they are so special.
  • Check your spelling, particularly all names. Then check again. And again. When you get your proof- Triple check it again!
  • Consider adding a graphic or logo. Be Creative! Our graphic artists will help you realize your vision. You can always ask for help with the images in the order comments. We would be happy to be of assistance!
  • Have fun with with it! The most memorable awards have the most personality.

Key Elements For A Successful Plaque & And Example Text Include:

  • Name of Award
  • Presented To
  • Recipient Name
  • (Title if relevant)
  • Brief PHRASE of Why Recipient Is Receiving the Award
  • Date

Retirement

(Company Name)
Wishes to Thank
(Person’s Name)
For your (number) years of loyal service.
Your presence will be dearly missed. We wish you the best of luck in your Retirement.
(Date of Retirement)

Sales Achievement

(Company Name)
Recognizes
(Person’s Name)
For meeting and exceeding (his/her/their) sales goals for the (1-4th) Quarter. (Add a line about what the goal was)
(Date Given)

Honor Roll

(School Name)
Recognizes
(Student’s Name)
For (his/her/their) outstanding academic achievement during the (year) school year.
(Date Given)

Lifetime Achievement

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Presented to
(Person’s Name)
(Person’s title if applicable)
For your accomplishments in the field of (list specifics).
(Date Given)

Team Sponsor

(Team Name)
Thanks
Company Name
Your support and dedication helped to make The (year) Season a great success!
(Date Given)

Coach Recognition

(Team Name)
Thanks
Coach
Your dedication, leadership, and tireless efforts made our (Year) Season a great success!
(Date Given)

Employee/Manager of the Month/Year

(Company Name)
Wishes to Thank
(Person’s Name)
For (Number) of years of loyal and dedicated service in making this company successful.
(Date Given)

Years of Service

(Company Name)
Wishes to Thank
(Person’s Name)
For (Number) of years of loyal and dedicated service in making this company successful.
(Date Given)

Athlete of the Year

(Team/School Name)
Awards
(Person’s Name)
With the
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD
For (his/her/their) hard work, dedication, and tireless efforts in the (Season/Year) Season.
(Date Given)

Graduation

CONGRATULATIONS
Person’s Name
(School Name)
Class of (Year)
We are proud of your hard work and dedication, and wish you great luck as you move forward into your bright future.
Sincerely/Love
(Your Name/Names)

Contributor

(Person’s Name)
We appreciate all your dedicated efforts to making (Event Name) a success.
We couldn’t have done it without you, Thank You.
(Company/Your Name)
(Date Given)

Mother's / Father's Day

(Mother/Father) of the Year Award
(Person’s name)
In appreciation for all you have done for (me, us).
With all (Our, My) Love,
(Your Name/Names)
(Date Given)