Today's awards, judging from my experience,
are a far cry from what we raced for twenty years ago. Yes,
many of us race for awards and not just against the clock or for
a particular charity. I
haven't run but two or three races in the past five years that
presented
anything
to
write
home about. Most
awards were generic medals, glassware, off the shelf merchandise
(I can buy it if I want it), or the notorious gift
certificate. I understand the economics and
the simplicity of such award choices. I
would like an award one cannot buy.
In response you might ask, "What makes
these commemoratives different? You're offering them to any
runner." That's
true - as an opportunity for them to commemorate that special race. In
the same respect, a person can go into any trophy shop and purchase
an engraved
trophy, plaque, or glass. There is an element
that makes these commemoratives special from an award standpoint. You
can add your race logo, your club logo, your own special photo
background, and your sponsors. I cannot do that. No
personal commemorative purchased by any runner will have featured
sponsors or club/race logos. That makes these commemoratives,
when presented as awards, special. Your particular award cannot be
purchased.
Do
you want your race to be remembered? Even
more important, do you want your participant to remember your
race? Present
a memorable award! I ran the Kiawah Road Race
year after year in hopes of winning one of their exquisite
pelicans. I
did manage to win two. The ornate commemoratives I designed
have a wealth of information, they're colorful,
and I don't believe they will end up
in a drawer or box.
And if you are a good promoter, you will be able to find
a sponsor(s) to cover the cost, which is quite reasonable. As
a veteran runner, I would like to touch on some issues about
today's racing with an eye towards increasing participation. If
you would like to read my recommendations, please click here.
One thing I cannot reproduce effectively
on this site is the actual look of the laminated running memory.
It's quite nice. One
thing I would consider is framing the commemorative for the
overall male,
female, and masters winners. That would really be nice
for a pre-race display. No glass or matting necessary. Or
you might consider a fully laminated
plaque for the top male
and female.
Take a
look! Free
Certificates for all your event participants.
Sample
brochure inclusions.
Awards
When we say unique, we mean
it. Full
color, 8 1/2" x 11" laminated commemoratives
designed by artist/preservationist Jason Savage. You
will want to run for one of these! Framed commemoratives
for overall winners. Commemoratives for age
group winners. Free designer certificates for
all participants. |
Awards
When we say unique, we mean
it. Full
color, 8 1/2" x
11" laminated commemoratives designed by artist/preservationist
Jason Savage. You will want to run for one of these!
Visit our Website to see the full color commemorative. |
Awards
When we
say unique, we mean it. Full
color, 5" x
7" laminated commemoratives designed by artist/preservationist
Jason Savage. You will want to run for one of these! |
Awards
When we
say unique, we mean it. Full
color, 5" x
7" laminated commemoratives designed by artist/preservationist
Jason Savage. You will want to run for one of these!
Visit our Website to see the full color commemorative. |
These samples were done to show how your
award advertising might look on your brochure. Obviously
printing in full color would be optimal, but if you use spot colors,
one
of
which
will
always be black, you can still get a nice look. You could
direct runners to your Website to see a full color, larger rendition. I
have included the above four images (high resolution) in the photos.zip file
if you want to use one. Or I can send you a high resolution
image of your race's commemorative once your design is completed.
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At
present you can choose between two designs. The above
design (Award 1) is available in an 8" x
10" or
5" x 7" format. The
design shown at the left (Award 2) is available only in
an 8" x
10" format. Shown in simulated red frame. |
The
first ad example mentions matching designer
certificates. Using
these will give your sponsors more exposure, and they will
give recreational runners a notable award they may never
receive. Read more about these free commemoratives here.
The following downloads offer examples, instructions,
and a promotional flyer to show your sponsors. I would recommend
printing the flyer on premium glossy photo paper using your printer's
best or photo setting. I would do the same if other
pages are to be used in your presentation.
Sponsor
Note: As you may have read
on the opening page, proceeds from the sales of these commemoratives
benefit the Afghanistan
and Iraq Freedom Reigns Memorial. I am the
president of Freedom Memorials, Inc. As a veteran runner,
I designed these commemoratives as a way to help fund the memorial. This
may make a big difference when you approach potential sponsors
about supporting these awards. There are downloadable
graphics and papers in our Press Room on the memorial site
if you think they might help you promote sponsorship. In
addition, I would like you to consider holding
a race to raise
funds for the memorial.
Running
Memory Size & Material Update
Commemorative
Pricing
The
following prices are estimates. If you are interested
in working with us to develop an award for your race,
please contact us so we can send you a proof and pricing
based on your award set. |
| 8" x 10" full color Archival Memory |
$9.50 each (Award 1 or 2) |
| 5" x 7" full color Archival Memory |
$6.85 each |
| Setup |
$45.00 |
| Proof - Via PDF sent to your address. |
Free |
| 8" x 10" certificate graphics |
Free (Read
Information) |
Each commemorative would come shrink wrapped with a piece
of self-adhesive foamcore. These can be trimmed to
fit a frame's window offset. |
Composite
Plaques & Frames
If you consider having the
commemoratives mounted or framed, I want to offer some considerations
and figures. Mounting the commemorative on composite/wood
or framing it can be expensive. If you have sponsor backing
for this option, that would be a very nice touch. I work
with a local trophy supplier here in Raleigh and a large discount
framing
company in
Rocky Mount,
NC. I put together some pricing.
I recently added a dye-sublimation
plaque option. I had a lot of difficulty finding a company
with the expertise to render the colors accurately using the
sublimation process. I finally located one in Kentucky. They
do a wonderful job. The sublimation process does not
offer the UV stability of the archival prints, but it is still
quite good. The detail is stunning. If you like
dye-sublimation, these are a good choice.
Fully laminated
plaques are expensive. They would probably
be too costly to offer as age group awards. One for the
top male and female would be nice. I offer these for
an 8" x 10" commemorative only because the
price is virtually the same. A framed or mounted laminated
commemorative is a good option. I
am now trying to locate an overseas supplier for frames so
I can
keep the
costs as low as possible. If
you have just a few items to frame, it would be more cost effective
to buy
a
ready
made frame
from
a local
discount
store or get them to make an in kind donation. But if
you want a limited quantity, we can provide that service.
| 8 x 10 - wood frame (1-49) |
$26.75 |
| 8 x 10 - wood frame (50+) |
$14.50 |
| 8 x 10 - metal frame (1-49) |
$25.50 |
| 8 x 10 - metal frame (50+) |
$16.50 |
| 5 x 7 - wood frame (1-49) |
$24.00 |
| 5 x 7 - wood frame (50+) |
$12.50 |
| 5 x 7 - metal frame (1-49) |
$23.50 |
| 5 x 7 - metal frame (50+) |
$14.50 |
| 8 x10 walnut finish plaque |
$5.50 |
| 5 x 7 walnut finish plaque |
$5.15 |
 8 x10 dye-sublimation plaque - walnut or mahogany finish*
Order of 25 or more |
$15.00 |
5 x 7 dye-sublimation plaque - walnut or mahogany finish*
Order of 25 or more |
$12.50 |
8 x10 - fully laminated composite wood plaque (1
-99)
|
$87.50 |
The above figures include the frame/plaque
and commemorative installation only. Add the
cost of the Archival Memory commemorative for a total unit
price. *The
exception is the dye-sublimation plaques. That
price is all inclusive. You do not have
to add in the cost of the Archival Memory commemorative. It
is printed directly on the plaque's surface.
If you have quantities over 100, we can check on special
pricing.
Information
is used to develop your proof and pricing.
Use
the Upload Award Information button
to send me your award information. I will send
your proof and pricing via an e-mail attachment as
soon as possible. Delivery
time is based on the quantity.
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Subtle alterations
may be made in image location and wording to continually
improve the designs. Colors may vary slightly from
screen image.
