Recognition Budget Distribution Model

An even split isn't neutral. It's a choice.

Most organizations divide their recognition budget by headcount, which quietly underfunds the teams that already get the least recognition. Model a coverage-weighted allocation for 2027 in about five minutes, then take a one-page rationale into your budget conversation.

Start the model

1Which distribution model fits you?

Three questions about how recognition runs today

01How many physical locations or sites does your organization operate?

OneSingle corporate HQ or site Two to fiveRegional distribution Six or moreGlobal or multi-state network

02Do your managers currently control any discretionary recognition spend?

NoAll recognition spend is approved centrally SomeSome managers have limited discretion MostMost managers hold their own budget

03Do you currently measure recognition participation by department?

NoParticipation is not tracked by department PartiallyTracked for some teams or programs YesTracked consistently across the org

Answer all three to see your model. You can also skip ahead to step 2.

2Simulate the split

See where an even split leaves gaps

Enter your total budget and how it's split across departments today. Then drag the slider and watch money move toward the teams getting the least recognition per person.

Total annual recognition budget

Departments Sample data

How much of the budget to redirect toward under-covered teams20%

0%10%20%30%40%

At 0%, this is an even split by headcount. Every organization starts here.

Even split by headcount Coverage-weighted, under-covered Coverage-weighted, at or above average

3Get your allocation rationale

Unlock your department-by-department allocation

Get the full table and a one-page PDF you can bring to finance. It's ready the moment you submit, and we'll email you a copy.

Your recommended distribution model and what to watch for
Even split vs. coverage-weighted, department by department
A plain-language methodology paragraph for your CFO

Send me my allocation

See your results here and get the PDF by email.

We save your contact details and a private link to your results so we can email you the PDF. We don't share your budget or headcount data.

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Your model

Department	Even split	Weighted	Change	Change %

Planning for 2027?

Make the coverage gap visible all year

Talk with our team about recognition your managers will use, and reporting that shows which teams it reaches.

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