Bespoke donor recognition gifts
Welcome to Harris Made,
where we create exquisite, heirloom-quality bespoke donor recognition gifts for over 300 institutional clients.
where we create exquisite, heirloom-quality bespoke donor recognition gifts for over 300 institutional clients.
Trusted by a growing roster of 300+ institutions
We are confident you will enjoy choosing from our broad range of bespoke gifts with prices starting from $15. Generally, bespoke projects take 8 to 16 weeks to complete, ensuring every detail is perfect.
Alumni and donor recognition gifts that carry your colors and your crest.
Stewardship gifts worthy of the supporters who give the most to your mission.
Luxury corporate gifts for clients, executives and partners, branded with restraint.
Service awards and appreciation gifts that mark a milestone properly.
We proudly serve senior Donor Relations, Advancement, Stewardship, Major Gift, and Commencement Officers at a diverse range of institutional clients, including:
Alumni, reunion and giving-society recognition that carries your colors and your crest.
Grateful-patient and major-donor stewardship for healthcare systems and foundations.
Patron, trustee and membership recognition for cultural institutions and the arts.
Donor and member appreciation gifts for foundations, associations and societies.
Luxury executive, client and partner gifting, branded with restraint.
Our mission is to elevate donor engagement through thoughtful stewardship gifts that foster enduring connections rooted in gratitude. We want each of your generous supporters to feel a profound commitment to your unique mission.
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!
Mark & Emma Harris · Founders
Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, we strive to create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. We take great care to select only the finest materials, applying centuries-old British craftsmanship to produce high-quality gifts while providing first-class service.
Harris Made is Emma and Mark Harris, British and US dual nationals who are passionate about their bespoke work and rich manufacturing heritage. For over 25 years they have split their time between Illinois and the United Kingdom. The mills and foundry that craft our work are recipients of Royal Warrants, the highest mark of British quality.
Read our story
At Harris Made, bespoke means meticulous handmade gifts with endless choices and collaborative opportunities, crafted uniquely for you. Unlike custom manufacturers, we do not modify existing, pre-designed products.
Your design journey begins with a heartfelt conversation with Emma, our talented designer and Co-Founder. During your design consultation, you will share your aspirations, ideas, and any potential constraints. Emma will then explore what makes your institution special to ensure truly exceptional designs.
Emma has a knack for weaving your unique story into her elegant pattern repeats. As part of our bespoke service, we create samples for your approval before final production.
Once each gift passes our strict quality controls, Emma personally inspects it one final time before wrapping it in a luxurious, client-branded presentation box. Inside, your thank-you note is printed on a high-quality notecard, with the provenance of your thoughtful gift on the reverse.
See how we workWe are proud to partner with the Fair Labor Association, reinforcing our commitment to social responsibility, sustainability, and ethical practices. We also collaborate with leading trademark licensing companies, representing esteemed institutions and their brands.
Every bespoke gift we create is exclusive to you and never available for purchase by others.
Join our vibrant community of over 300 institutional clients; we have completed 585 bespoke projects together, including:
If you are excited to discuss a potential project, please email or call to arrange a warm and friendly introductory phone or video chat. We look forward to connecting soon!
Our requested minimum order is 125 per design.
