Guidelines for Wording on Appreciation Awards

Recognition and appreciation go a long way in workplaces and professional settings. They help build a positive culture and reinforce desired outcomes and behaviors. When employees, students, or even volunteer staff do something outstanding it’s nice to recognize their accomplishments with a personalized appreciation certificate or award.

Appreciation awards and certificates bring value to the workplace and show the recipient that what they do is greatly valued and appreciated. This is why it’s so important to choose the words on an appreciation award carefully. The wording can encourage them to share the award to their family and friends.

What to Write on an Appreciation Award or Certificate

Whether you are choosing what to engrave on an appreciation award or what to write on a certificate, remember that space can be limited. You’ll want to keep to the point and use shorter phrases.

The wording should demonstrate gratitude for the recipient’s achievements, actions, or accomplishments. You may want to vary the message on each award you present, especially if you are giving out more than one at an awards ceremony. Here is a short list of other words and phrases you can use.

• Appreciation
• Grateful
• Acknowledgement
• Recognition
• Contribution
• Effort
• Dedication
• Thank you
• Thanks
• Outstanding

Wording for Employee Appreciation Awards

Preparing employee appreciation awards? Here are a few helpful examples to give you an idea of how to word the engraving or typing on the award.

• In recognition for your exceptional contribution to (Project/Department), this award is presented to (Employee’s Name).
• In acknowledgement of your dedication, hard work, and support.
• In recognition of your outstanding work ethic and dedication, we proudly present this award to (Employee’s Name).
• With heartfelt thanks, we acknowledge the invaluable contributions made to (Project/company) by (Employee Name).
• In recognition of innovative ideas and a visionary approach (Recipient’s name) made to (Specific task or project).

Finding Words for Student Appreciation Awards

The wording on student appreciation awards will be different from employee award wording. Here are a few ideas:

• We commend (Student’s Name) for their constant pursuit of excellence and commitment to personal growth.
• This certificate of appreciation is presented to (Student’s Name) for their outstanding contribution to (Project/Team/Club).
• As acknowledgement of your focus and dedication during your time at (School or University).

Choosing Wording for Sports Appreciation Awards

Demonstrate your appreciation to team members for their excellence or sportsmanship by presenting them with an appreciation award or certificate. Here are a few ideas for wording on sports trophies or certificates.

• This certificate of appreciation is presented to (Athlete’s Name) for demonstrating exceptional skill and sportsmanship in (Name of Sport).
• This certificate is awarded to (Athlete’s Name) for setting a remarkable example of leadership and teamwork off and on the field.
• This award certifies that (Athlete’s Name) has set a high standard for others to follow and excelled in (Specific Attribute or Skill).
• We commend (Athlete’s Name) with this award for your resilience and determination in achieving team and personal goals.
• We honor (Athlete’s Name) by recognizing your exceptional achievements and setting a new record in (Activity or Event).

Suburban Custom Awards Professional Award Certificates

The wording you choose to use on appreciation awards carries a lot of meaning. It’s important to take your time and make sure you get it right. This is, of course, one of the most important elements on a certificate, but there are a few other details you might want to think about, including:

• Name of the organization presenting the award or certificate
• Title of the award
• Recipient’s name
• Location
• Date
• Name and signature of the person awarding or presenting the award

Let Suburban Custom Awards Help!

At Suburban Custom Awards, we can help you choose the right words to convey your messages effectively to recipients. If you need professional quality awards or certificates for your business, school, or other organization, contact us today! Let us put our decades of experience to work for you!