The Palomar College Foundation has the goal of removing financial barriers for students. Located at 1140 West Mission Road, the organization relies heavily on donors, members, and planned giving opportunities. When it came time to honor some of the organization’s most generous contributors, the team contacted All Star Signs to put together sponsorship donor plaques for school education funds.
Aluminum Plaques are Budget-Friendly for Fundraising Organizations
Because the Palomar College Foundation relies on the financial contributions of others, the team wanted to ensure that its plaques would not be expensive. Our graphic artist suggested aluminum, which is an attractive metal, durable, and affordable. Concurrently, technicians can work with the material to make it look just as beautiful as stainless steel, which would be far more costly.
When you look closely, you will notice that aluminum is brushed to prevent glare from direct illumination. To achieve the 3D appearance of the letters, casting was the best option. It also allowed for the customization of the background color and texture. These plaques look perfect mounted flush to an indoor or outdoor wall. Besides that, they will maintain their like-new appearance for decades to come.
Casting Aluminum Creates Attractive Three-Dimensional Characters
More and more clients are walking away from bronze. For starters, there is the cost factor. However, there is also the understanding that aluminum has a contemporary appeal, while bronze has to work harder to achieve it. Another advantage is the weight. Aluminum is lighter than other metals, which gives you more freedom where to mount the products.
Design options are just as plentiful as they are with other metals. Cast aluminum can have a gray or black backdrop, which determines the modern look of the product. Besides that, it underscores the texture you might select. Some clients do not want to have any texture, which gives the aluminum a stylish edge.
What Can You Do with Metal Plaques?
Honoring donors is one function that brings clients to our shop. However, you might also use a custom aluminum plaque for something else.
- Address. We can customize a frame within a frame to create an attractive look for the plaque. We can also cut it into different shapes. Suppose you are thinking of decorating your home or building’s exterior with an address panel. In that case, we recommend cast aluminum featuring your address, numerals, and the name of the resident or facility.
- Recognition. Is your business winning awards? Customize a plaque that highlights these achievements. Install it indoors or outdoors so that consumers have the best possible view of the information.
- Memorials. Our technicians can work with you to have a plaque made as part of a memorial. Whenever possible, consider adding a color photo of the person you are remembering. These are good products for honoring a company’s founder, CEO, or visionary.
All Star Signs Sells Sponsorship Donor Plaques for School Education Funds and the Business Community
All Star Signs is a trusted sign shop for all of North County and San Diego County, including San Diego itself, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Encinitas, La Jolla, La Mesa, and Chula Vista. Call us today to discuss your plaque project!