I don't think that giving participation awards is wrong. I think that when most people say they can't believe clubs give participation awards they mean they can't believe their youth sports organization is giving participation awards to the wrong people. Particpation awards can and should be given. That said, how participation trophies and awards are given and presented determines how effective they are. Bux-Mont Awards does not recommend giving participation awards to high school athletes. We do, however, recommend giving participation awards at the lower levels of youth sports. As most parents can attest, at the earliest levels, participation in youth sports can be a challenge. The levels of efforts needed to ensure success at that age is great. Just getting through the rigors of trying to get in the fundamentals of any sport at such a young age is rough for all involved parties. While it is often most challenging for the parents and the coaches, it is also a chall

It is that time of the year again for running and racing and 5k's. Of all the events that we do awards for, one of the highest quality 5k's in this area is the Heart to Heart. The Heart to Heart 5k , now in its 9th year, has striven to achieve their mission of raising money to provide "support for the local Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Grand View Hospital in Sellersville, PA, as well as provide monies to distribute Automated External Defibrillators to various facilities in the area, such as churches, nursing homes and other community facilities. We hope you can attend! Remember to thank all the kind sponsors of the event! This years schedule of events follows: Date & Time: Sunday June 7, 2009 3:15pm -- Kids 1 Mile Fun Run 3:45pm -- 1.5 Mile Fitness Walk 4:30pm -- 5K Race Award cer

This is a call to action for our readers. What is our readers thoughts on participation recognition. Like it, love it, hate it? Should it be a medal, trophy or something more promotional, like a water bottle or a bag? Leave your comments below and let us know. If we can get enough comments, we will make the i

Bux-Mont Awards has the apparel , promotional products , signage, and recognition awards needed to make your event a success. Whether you are a seasoned tournament coordinator or you are planning your first tournament then you need to meet with one of our recognition professionals to ensure that you are doing what you need to maximise the potential return on your event. Your time is money, but your time with us is always free. We spend as much time as it takes to ensure your needs are met. Check with us, and we will use all methods of communication to make sure you leave satisfied and happy.

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With the economy starting to show signs of revival, this post may be late out of the gate, but I always say better late then never. I think that awards and recognition services tend to be counter cyclical. With jobs being shed at a staggering rate (though starting to stabilise hopefully) everyone is worried about the future. We have lost a couple of customers jobs that we really miss, and our numbers are off pace from what we were expecting for 2009 because of it. However, with that said, we do have prospects in the pipeline and more and more people are inquiring about our services and visiting our website. I should explain what I mean by the counter cyclical comment. I think that as jobs are shed, recognition of current employees and the achievements of those who stick around take on greater importance. If you are a HR manager and you are being faced with another round of layoffs, you understand that uncertainty is thick in the air throughout the office. Those who are staying

1st Prize: $150.00 worth of awards & a consultation with recognition professionals to help you plan your awards ceremony, ensuring it's effectiveness and success! 5 runner up awards: Consultation with our recognition professionals and 10% off of your awards order. Bux-Mont Awards is having a contest. Winners will come from the comments on this post. We want the most creative ways that our readers give traditional forms of recognition. We all know that trophies, plaques and awards can lose their meaning if given too loosely. I don't think this has to be and know that there are a few of you out there able to help the rest of the crown give a new spin on these traditional forms of recognition. While Bux-Mont Awards specializes in a wide array of recognition services in addition to our plaques, certificates and trophies, we also know that the tried and tested are that way for a reason. They just work. Trophies and plaques can still be effective if you work with someone