How We Show Gratitude & Appreciation

These are big words: gratitude, appreciation, community. And their meanings are even more significant!

these special valentines show how much gratitude and appreciation comes from our annual GEF donationEvery year around this time, Coller Industries receives a special package. Inside this package are not only handwritten thank you Valentines, but also lots and lots of love. We receive these cards every year due to our annual donations to the Granite Education Foundation. And every year, our hearts are filled with gratitude and appreciation for those in our community.

Enclosed in the package is also a letter from the board of Granite Education Foundation:

Hey, Valentine!

Exchanging heartfelt messages on Valentine’s Day is a well-loved tradition. While the earliest Valentines were little more than hastily scribbled notes, today we can choose from thousands of varieties, each designed for a specific relationship in our lives. A hundred years ago, only sweethearts exchanged Valentine’s Day cards, but the practice has spread to encompass friends, family, colleagues and supporters.

This year, Granite Education Foundation and students from throughout Granite School District want to express our heartfelt thanks for your continued generosity and support. Enclosed you will find hand-made Valentine’s Day cards that our students created with YOU in mind.

Each board member signs this letter as a token of their gratitude and appreciation for all our donation does for teachers, students and the school district.

these special valentines show how much gratitude and appreciation comes from our annual GEF donationGranite Education Foundation (GEF)

Federal and state funds do not meet the immense needs of our students, teachers and schools. The Granite Education Foundation provides access to resources that improve educational outcomes.

We provide educational opportunities for students of Granite School District.

We educate students, teachers and members of our community on ways to impact our community. Together, we CAN make a difference! We gather and give resources the GRANITE way. We impact children and teachers in public education. We advocate, inform and promote learning for students and their families.

The lessons we learn from helping in our community teaches us how to be grateful for what we have. And when we realize what we have, we give even more back to those around us.

these special valentines show how much gratitude and appreciation comes from our annual GEF donation

these special valentines show how much gratitude and appreciation comes from our annual GEF donation

Coller Industries is known for their impact in the community through product donations. But the annual contribution to GEF is the one donation that we deem the most poignant. We are giving to the schools, the children, and most importantly, we are providing for our future.

These actions we make each year fill our hearts with gratitude and appreciation for those around us. Those who strive every day to make a difference in the world. So, yes, we receive thank you cards, but we feel that we are the ones who should be the most grateful. And that, in essence, is why we give donations.

3 Top Lessons Learned from Donating

There are many lessons to be learned from providing donations to our clients.

For almost eight years, Clyde and Gary Coller, the CEO and President of Coller Industries Incorporated have generously donated to Granite Education Foundation. The Collers give time and money to those in need, and each year they strive to give back to our local community.

We started donating to Granite Education Foundation in 2009 and to date we have given over $37,000. As employees here at Coller Industries, it is a delight knowing that our employer is so generous and giving to our community. And, each of these individual donations makes its mark on both the givers and the receivers. And each teaches valuable lessons.

Lesson No. 1:

“(Donations make) us more responsible in the community,” said Gary Coller. “Hopefully our customers appreciate when they see that we give back to our community.”

Well said, Gary! These donations not only make us more responsible, but they also make us more aware of the needs of our neighbors and communities. From needing name tags in school and other places of business to needing a helping hand to members of our community, one will always find Coller Industries in the act of giving.

Lesson No. 2:

We received the following letter and valentines from Granite Education Foundation:

Hey, Valentine!
Exchanging heartfelt messages on Valentine’s Day is a well-loved tradition. While the earliest Valentines were little more than hastily scribbled notes, today we can choose from thousands of varieties, each designed for a specific relationship in our lives. A hundred years ago, only sweethearts exchanged Valentine’s Day cards, but the practice has spread to encompass friends, family, colleagues and supporters.
This year, Granite Education Foundation and students from throughout Granite School District want to express our heart-felt thanks for your continued generosity and support. Enclosed you will find hand-made Valentine’s Day cards that our students created with YOU in mind. Additionally, please find enclosed a small edible token as an expression of Granite Education Foundation’s appreciation for your continued support and boundless goodwill.
In our opinion, YOU’RE AWESOME SAUCE, Valentine! Thanks for believing in our mission and for the extra boost you give kids and educators. We couldn’t accomplish what we do without YOU.
Thank you with all our heart!
Brent Severe, Chief Executive Officer
JeAnna Ellis, Office Coordinator / Donor Relations
Audrey Price, Finance / Operations
Erin Woodlief, Giving / Events Coordinator

Donating means that not only have we impacted the lives of Coller Industries employees, but also the lives of the children and teachers in our neighborhoods. So, no matter what we do, we are always aware that people are watching and wondering what we do. It’s never about the name tag, it’s always about the person!

lessons learned from providing donations to those in our communities

lessons learned from providing donations to those in our communities

lessons learned from providing donations to those in our communities

And, last but not least, Lesson No. 3:

By believing in the mission of other organizations and helping them in their directives, we end up helping ourselves. Now, while this may sound a bit selfish, here are the reasons that isn’t the case.

By helping Granite Education Foundation with their needs, we benefit the lives of countless children. Which, in turn, helps their families. And that’s only the beginning of the chain! By paying our efforts forward, we are in fact returning to our community. And just look at the wonderful thank you’s we have received thus far!

We’ve learned from these lessons and we just want to say thank you right back! So, not only to Granite Education Foundation but to all those who receive our donations, THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU! We cherish all of our customers and their communities!

4 Holidays and Ribbon Ideas to Match

With Valentine’s Day only a week away, what other holidays are ideal for personalized ribbons?

From celebrations to awards, custom ribbon rolls are extremely versatile. Each ribbon roll selection can be customized to meet any need by adding text or logos. Ideal for weddings, holidays or other events for decorations and floral arrangements. Add your personalized message and tie them around bags and boxes when giving gifts. Ribbon rolls make perfect awards and awareness ribbons. Customize a ribbon roll of your choice with your message and cut them to the length you like and present them to be worn or displayed.

custom and personalized ribbons for holidaysVALENTINE’S DAY – Color Recommendations: Pink, white, red are extremely traditional during this love-filled day.

You can never go wrong by wrapping presents with custom made ribbons for your significant other. Add your names and special dates that you both hold dear. Or, chose a fabulous and cheesy statement of your love to let them know just how special they are to you.

Are you planning a special meal for your significant other? Use ribbon rolls for table decorations, napkin holders and candle wrappings for your dinner of love!

Want a gift idea? Make a unique card for your loved one. Choose their favorite color or go with something a bit more traditional. Make them feel special with a one-of-a-kind statement of your love.

custom and personalized ribbons for holidaysMARDI GRAS – Color Recommendations: Purple, green, gold are excellent for this festive holiday.

Traditionally, you give beads to Carnival attendees during Mardi Gras. This year, be unique and give them ribbon necklaces instead of those cumbersome beads. They’ll remember your party the most!

And, don’t forget all the brightly colors decorations. From table runners and centerpieces to wreaths and every other decoration flung about for your celebration, add some festive, custom ribbon to the mix for a personalized party!

Another great idea for custom ribbon rolls is to incorporate them into your masks for the party. You’ll have the most unique mask ever!

custom and personalized ribbons for holidaysST. PATRICK’S DAY – Color Recommendations: Green, gold, white and anything else you might find a leprechaun wearing.

From making a small piece of ribbon your green for the day to making fun, festive hair accessories, we have a large selection of green for this holiday!

And don’t forget that your home needs to wear green too! Make a festive door wreath from all of those lovely green ribbons.

custom and personalized ribbons for holidaysEASTER – Color Recommendations: anything pastel (pink, purple, yellow, white are all perfect choices)!

From wrapping eggs to hanging decorations, holiday ribbons are ideal for this festive occasion!

Decorating your favorite Easter baskets with personalized ribbons customized with festive sayings and images.

And you know there will be a large gathering for the traditional meal. Decorate your table with centerpieces and maybe a table runner with the same festivity.

Personalized ribbons are perfect for any day of the week. And for any occasion. So, why exclude the holidays? All you need is a roll of ribbon and some imagination to work with these ribbon ideas! While there are no specific tutorials here, there are many excellent ideas for holidays and ribbon usage. The sky is the limit, so let your imagination soar!

Red, Pink, White and Valentine’s Day

Soon we will all be seeing pink! Are you ready for Valentine’s Day?
Here at Personalized Ribbons, we’re always ready for any holiday!

happy valentine's day from coller industries use all of our personalized ribbons for your holiday festivitiesStarting with custom rosette ribbons, we have what you need for that special someone to help them realize just how special they are. Choose from a large variety of custom ribbons and colors as a unique gift for your significant other. Personalize these beautiful ribbons with names, dates and other important things that pertain to your relationship. Give them to your mother or father to show them just how much they mean to you. And don’t discount what an impact it would have on your spouse! They will be astonished at how much you love them when they sees their special award ribbon!

happy valentine's day from coller industries use all of our personalized ribbons for your holiday festivitiesNext, we have our classic and badge ribbons. Grab these up by the dozens for your school aged children. Choose from holiday colors such as neon pink, rose, fuchsia, maroon or even peach. They make beautiful Valentine’s Day card exchange gifts. Customize each ribbon with a special message directly from your child to his or her classmates. The kids in that classroom will feel truly unique!

If you’re feeling adventurous or creative, use any of these ribbons for a homemade gift. Decorate a special Valentine’s card for your someone special. Or, use them in a gift idea like a homemade bag of goodies or a woven frame for one of your favorite pictures.

happy valentine's day from coller industries use all of our personalized ribbons for your holiday festivitiesAnd finally, we have our fantastic ribbon rolls. There are so many things that you can do with these ribbons. Choose from an abundance of colors and ribbon types to match a party theme or maybe just that special, quiet dinner at home. Leave a special message on a ribbon roll of your choice and wrap flowers for that special lady in your life. Wrap your presents with a little bit of flair that only you can design. Or, maybe just choose a blank ribbon and go nuts with your decorations.

Whatever your choice, we’re sure to have the right ribbon for you!