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Custom recognition gifts for universities and institutions

Universities, hospitals, museums, foundations and corporations come to us to thank the people who matter most to their mission. Every gift is drawn from scratch for one client and never sold to anyone else.

300+institutional clients
585bespoke projects
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University of Notre Dame bespoke enamel cufflinks Lurie Children's Hospital silk tie and pashmina gift set Kent School Saxony wool scarf Smithsonian silk scarf in its presentation box

Client stories

What we made for each institution, and the story behind it.

University of Notre Dame, Bespoke cufflinks and brooch Universities and colleges

University of Notre Dame

Bespoke cufflinks and broochBespoke enamel cufflinks and a matching brooch, designed and handcrafted in Britain as donor and alumni recognition gifts for the University of Notre Dame.Read the story Purdue University, Silk scarf and tie for a retiring dean Universities and colleges

Purdue University

Silk scarf and tie for a retiring deanA secret silk scarf and tie for the retirement of Purdue's Dean of Engineering, Leah H. Jamieson, printed with her final remarks and her own signature.Read the story Northwestern University, Silk, Saxony and cashmere Universities and colleges

Northwestern University

Silk, Saxony and cashmereBespoke recognition gifts for Northwestern University: an Alumni Association silk scarf and tie, a woven 'N' silk tie, a Saxony scarf and an embroidered cashmere scarf.Read the story Cornell University, Alumni Collection Universities and colleges

Cornell University

Alumni CollectionHow Harris Made curated a made-to-order Alumni Collection for Cornell University after its record $6.36 billion campaign, alongside a Saxony scarf and medallion badge.Read the story Columbia University, Cufflinks, coaster and paperweight Universities and colleges

Columbia University

Cufflinks, coaster and paperweightBespoke enamel cufflinks, a sand-cast brass coaster, a gilt wire paperweight and a Teachers College silk scarf and tie, each drawn from details on Columbia's campus.Read the story Boston College, Medallion badge and Saxony scarf Universities and colleges

Boston College

Medallion badge and Saxony scarfA medallion badge in gold and silver gilt wire and a Saxony wool scarf with the Presidential seal, handmade for Boston College.Read the story University of Chicago, Silk, Saxony scarf and blazer badge Universities and colleges

University of Chicago

Silk, Saxony scarf and blazer badgeA silk scarf and tie drawn from a Babylonian lion mosaic at the Oriental Institute, a Saxony wool scarf and a blazer badge, made for the University of Chicago.Read the story University of Michigan, Stamps School silk scarf Universities and colleges

University of Michigan

Stamps School silk scarfA silk scarf for the University of Michigan's Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design, made from 'Autofagia', a painting by alumnus Jon Verney, MFA '16.Read the story The New School, Silk scarf, tie and Saxony scarf Universities and colleges

The New School

Silk scarf, tie and Saxony scarfA geometric silk scarf and tie inspired by the windows of The New School's Manhattan building, with an asymmetric Saxony wool scarf to match.Read the story Emory Goizueta Business School, Embossed leather goods Universities and colleges

Emory Goizueta Business School

Embossed leather goodsA silk scarf and tie drawn from the Goizueta building, leather goods for top donors, and brass coasters for the 100 honorees of the School's centennial.Read the story MIT Sloan, Leather goods and wool throw Universities and colleges

MIT Sloan

Leather goods and wool throwAn embossed leather passport holder and luggage tag for MIT Sloan's top donors, and a pure new wool throw woven with the School's name.Read the story Kent School, Silk and Saxony wool scarves Independent and boarding schools

Kent School

Silk and Saxony wool scarvesA silk scarf with Kent School's heraldic coat of arms and a Saxony wool scarf in the School's colors, made as gifts for Kent's alumni and parents.Read the story Lurie Children's Hospital, Silk tie and pashmina Hospitals and health foundations

Lurie Children's Hospital

Silk tie and pashminaA pashmina and silk tie for the launch of Lurie Children's For Every Child campaign, and a silk scarf and tie designed with an Art Institute of Chicago student.Read the story Smithsonian Institution, Silk scarves and tie Museums and cultural institutions

Smithsonian Institution

Silk scarves and tieA silk scarf and tie built on the Smithsonian sunburst for the Smithsonian Campaign, and a Carboniferous Forest silk scarf for the National Museum of Natural History.Read the story

Who we serve

Choose your kind of institution to see the gifts we make for it.

Universities and colleges

Alumni associations, advancement offices, and business, law and medical schools.

Independent and boarding schools

Development offices, heads of school and parent associations.

Hospitals and health foundations

Grateful patient programs, campaign launches and physician honors.

Museums and cultural institutions

Members, patrons and benefactors.

Foundations and nonprofits

Donors, volunteers and board members.

Corporations and private clubs

Clients, executives, members and long-serving staff.

How we help

Choose the kind of gift you need. Prices start from $15, and most projects take 8 to 16 weeks.

Donor recognition gifts

Thank donors at every giving level, from the annual fund to principal gifts.See donor recognition gifts

University gifts

Alumni, reunion and commencement gifts in your colors and crest.See university gifts

Stewardship gifts

Gifts for giving societies, endowment milestones and major donors.See stewardship gifts

Board member gifts

Welcome, thank you and farewell gifts for trustees and directors.See board member gifts

Employee recognition gifts

Years of service, retirement and leadership awards worth keeping.See employee recognition gifts

Corporate gifts

Luxury gifts for clients, executives and club members.See corporate gifts

What our clients say

Jessica ReasonsThe University of Notre Dame
We cannot thank you enough for the extraordinary heirloom-quality gifts that reflect our deep appreciation for our Benefactors. With your help, we have created unforgettable memories that they will carry with them and share within the Notre Dame community. Collaborating with you has been a true delight!
"Harris Made designs are made with such precision, sophistication, and embody a rich story of tradition. They are the perfect recognition gifts for our most loyal alumni and friends."
Emily AbrahamsonDonor Engagement, University of Chicago
"Thank you Harris Made for providing remarkable quality silk scarves and ties that were gifted with pride; recognition gifts that are still being talked about with excitement and enthusiasm!"
Hadley ThomasDirector of Alumni Relations, College of Engineering, Purdue Research Foundation
"Our Harris Made Alumni Collection is gorgeous! We have nothing but praise. I highly recommend working with Harris Made."
James BestGeneral Merchandise Manager, The Cornell Store, Cornell University

Over 300 institutional clients

Join our vibrant community of over 300 institutional clients; we have completed 585 bespoke projects together, including:

A

  • Academy of Our Lady of Peace
  • American University
  • Archdiocese of New York

B

  • Beam Suntory
  • Boise State University
  • Boston College
  • Boston University
  • Brock University
  • Brooks School

C

  • Cate School
  • Centre College
  • Children's National Health System
  • Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
  • Choate Rosemary Hall
  • City Livery Club
  • College of Saint Benedict
  • Columbia University
  • Cook Children's Health Foundation
  • Cornell University
  • Culver Academies
  • Cushing Academy

D

  • Davidson College
  • Denison University
  • DePaul University
  • Duke University

E

  • Emory University
  • Ethel Walker School

F

  • Fisher Financial Partners
  • Franklin & Marshall College

G

  • Georgetown University
  • George Washington University
  • Gilman School
  • Good Samaritan
  • Graceland Cemetery

H

  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Humber College
  • Huntsman Cancer Foundation

I

  • Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Indian Mountain School
  • IPS Packaging

J

  • Jack Nicklaus International Invitational
  • John Carroll University
  • Johns Hopkins Medicine
  • J.P. Morgan Private Bank

K

  • Kansas University
  • Kent School
  • Kettering University
  • Kinnucan

L

  • Lake Forest College
  • Lake Forest Open Lands
  • Latin School of Chicago
  • Lawrenceville School
  • Louisiana State University
  • Loyola Academy
  • Loyola University Chicago
  • Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

M

  • Marquette University
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • McGill University
  • Milwaukee School of Engineering
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Mount Holyoke College
  • Muirfield Village Golf Club

N

  • Northwestern University
  • Northwestern Kellogg
  • Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
  • Notre Dame College Prep

O

  • Oakridge Investments
  • OhioHealth
  • Ohio University
  • Oklahoma State University Foundation
  • Onwentsia Club

P

  • Palmer College of Chiropractic
  • Park Tudor School
  • Partners in Health
  • Peterson Health
  • Phillips Exeter Academy
  • Prairie View A&M University
  • Purdue University

R

  • Ransom Everglades School

S

  • Salisbury School
  • San Diego State University
  • Shedd Aquarium
  • Smithsonian Institution
  • Social Science Research Council
  • St. Louis University High School
  • St. Margaret's School
  • St. Paul's School
  • St. Timothy's School
  • Suburban Hospital Foundation
  • Suffield Academy
  • Syracuse University

T

  • Texas A&M University
  • Texas A&M University System
  • The Benjamin School
  • The Citadel Foundation
  • The New School
  • TransUnion
  • Tulane University

U

  • University of Buffalo
  • University of California San Diego
  • University of Chicago
  • University of Cincinnati
  • University of Florida
  • University of Idaho
  • University of Michigan
  • University of Notre Dame
  • University of Oklahoma
  • University of Oregon
  • University of Rhode Island
  • University of Richmond
  • University of Rochester
  • University of San Francisco
  • University of South Alabama
  • University of Southern California
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison

W

  • Westminster School
  • Women of Color
  • Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart
  • Worshipful Company of Insurers

Y

  • York Technical College

Let's design something to be cherished.

Tell us about the people you want to recognize. We'll design a gift that says it properly, made to last a lifetime.

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