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How to Make A Member Certificate For Your Organization

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Summary: If you are leading an organization where annual dues must be paid, you know the challenge of getting new numbers and retaining current members. Try providing members a certificate each year when they pay their dues. The certificate not only signifies that they are a current member, it can show pride in belonging to the organization, giving the member something to display to show others that they participate in local organizations. And if your organization is small, with limited funds, you will really impress your members by following this tip for producing certificates with your color printer.

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  1. Step 1

    Decide what size you want your certificate to be. The certificate shown measures approximately 3” x 7”. With this size, two certificates will fit on one sheet. That dimension is only a suggestion; you could use a full page if desired. For demonstration, the smaller 3” x 7” will be used. Start with a blank PowerPoint set to landscape.

  2. Step 2

    Use the rectangle tool to draw a rectangle. Choose the color you want for the fill. For our example, a gold background with a gradient affect applied was used.

  3. Step 3

    Adding a border within the inner edges of the rectangle is optional, but adds a nice. To add a border, use the rectangle tool. Remove the fill. Choose a line style, weight, and color.

  4. Step 4

    Using the word “member” and the current year are customary. That date indicates the year in which dues were paid. Also add the organization’s name, and logo. If the organization does not have a logo, you can go without or you can add a decorative piece of artwork.

  5. Step 5

    Position the text and artwork so it looks appealing to you. If available, print on glossy paper like that used to print photos.

  6. Step 6

    The next time the dues are paid for your organization, present them with this certificate. This is an excellent way to show appreciation to the member for paying their dues.

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on 8/4/2008 nicely done!

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