We are filled with gratitude for our clients doing life-changing work — day in and day out. In a season of so much uncertainty and in the struggle to remember that good work is being done, we’d be remiss if we didn’t acknowledge all that our nonprofit clients are doing to contribute to the common good. Because even amidst the noise, we believe there is always Good News worth celebrating. It’s impossible to list all of our clients’ accomplishments in this post, but here are just a few ways our clients are actively living their missions, and how you can give thanks to them for continuing to fight the good fight.
Brady Campaign is using culture and trusted messengers to curb gun violence, training Hollywood to model safe storage on screen and equipping 35,000 healthcare workers to discuss gun safety with patients. Through their ‘Show Gun Safety’ initiative, Brady has trained more than 700 writers, producers, and entertainment executives to portray firearms responsibly. Shows like SWAT and Station 19 have already modeled these practices, reaching millions and normalizing life-saving behavior. Meanwhile, Brady’s ‘This Is Our Lane’ campaign empowers medical professionals to treat firearm safety as a public health issue, helping families have open, informed conversations. In a time when traditional policy levers feel stalled, Brady is changing hearts and minds through culture, conversation, and connection.
From blues legends to groundbreaking architects, our client, the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, is safeguarding the spaces that hold the stories of Black America. This year alone, the Fund invested $3 million in 24 landmark sites, from the Muddy Waters Mojo Museum in Chicago to Paul R. Williams’ Founders Church in Los Angeles, ensuring that the legacies of resilience, creativity, and leadership that shaped the nation endure. Through initiatives like the Descendant and Family Stewardship Initiative and Conserving Black Modernism, the Action Fund empowers communities to lead preservation efforts and shine a light on Black modernist design. With over $150 million raised and 378 projects supported since its founding, this is preservation as a tool for justice, healing, and pride. Explore the stories, see the sites, and learn how you can help protect this living history here.
WHYY is the leading public media organization serving the Philadelphia region. As a host of this summer’s PMDMC Conference, WHYY brought together public media leaders from across the country at a pivotal moment for the industry—fostering connection, strategy, and shared purpose amid ongoing political and funding challenges. With its mission to engage audiences, expand perspectives, and empower communities through truthful reporting and healthy dialogue, WHYY continues to exemplify the role of public media as a stabilizing and unifying force. We’re proud to work alongside WHYY and the broader public media community to strengthen the foundations of storytelling, learning, and civic trust that sustain these essential institutions.
Amnesty International USA is changing the game, from challenging inhumane conditions in immigrant detention centers to defending the right to protest; there’s not a cause AIUSA won’t fight for. Their campaigns combine rigorous research, activist mobilization, and pressure on governments, corporations, and institutions to respect human rights. They’re not just advocating on behalf of the vulnerable—they’re equipping everyday people with tools and campaigns to make a real difference. AIUSA’s ‘Dismantle the Mass Deportation Machine’ campaign addresses immigration enforcement, while the ‘Protect the Protest’ effort defends democratic space and free assembly. AIUSA is protecting the most vulnerable and holding power to account through mobilization that makes a difference.
Common Cause is a nationwide leader in democracy reform, and has been at the forefront of protecting voting rights in America for decades. In 2025, Common Cause has been deeply focused on defending and expanding democratic access across multiple fronts. They’ve released new fairness criteria to evaluate and push back against partisan gerrymandering, especially in response to mid-decade redistricting moves. At the same time, they’re urging Congress to adopt seven guiding principles in the next federal funding bill to safeguard the independence of the judiciary and ensure government accountability. Check out how you can get involved here.
Defenders of Wildlife continues to stand strong for imperiled species and the ecosystems they depend on. In 2025, Defenders helped launch the Endless Prairie Buffalo Project, a biodiversity credit program that channels private-sector investment into restoring bison herds on tribal lands—an inspiring collaboration between conservation leaders and Indigenous communities. They also helped defeat a proposed amendment that would have exempted defense activities from the Endangered Species Act, safeguarding critical protections for wildlife nationwide. At a time when environmental safeguards face mounting political and climate pressures, Defenders remains a tireless force—working in the courts, in Congress, and on the ground to ensure that our natural world always has a powerful advocate.
We’re especially proud to recognize Muscular Dystrophy Association as it marks its 75th anniversary under the banner “Legacy. Impact. Momentum.” — a testament to decades of innovation in the fight against neuromuscular diseases. In 2025, the organization launched a powerful new PSA and integrated multimedia campaign to amplify its milestone, led its annual Clinical & Scientific Conference gathering over 2,500 researchers and advocates from 41 countries, and unveiled its 2025 advocacy agenda to advance funding, care, and policy for the neuromuscular community. With this year’s deep focus on both reflection and forward action, MDA’s commitment to accelerating treatments, improving lives and rallying the community remains stronger than ever.
The Public Interest Network is advancing the public good by uniting a dynamic coalition of organizations, from PIRG and Environment America to Frontier Group and Community Action Works, to tackle urgent challenges like clean air and water, consumer protection, and civic engagement. They operate through a strategy that combines rigorous research, grassroots organizing, and policy advocacy to hold special interests accountable and amplify the voices of everyday people. By investing in both large-scale campaigns and state-level efforts, the Network ensures that major shifts—from reducing plastic pollution to advancing the right to repair—are grounded in citizen power and lasting change.
The American Lung Association is on the front lines of lung health, founded more than 120 years ago and still driven by a clear mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. Their strategic imperatives are bold: defeat lung cancer, create a tobacco-free future, champion clean air for all, and enhance quality of life for those living with lung disease. They influence public policy, pushing for laws that protect people from the inhaled threats of smoke, pollution and climate change, and they advance science by funding critical research into asthma, COPD, lung cancer and other diseases. Through groundbreaking programs and a nationwide network of volunteers and advocates, the ALA not only treats symptoms but also seeks to reshape the environment of lung health, because, as they say, “When you can’t breathe, nothing else matters.”
At WAMU 88.5, the fundraising strategy for 2025 is all about building community—not riding the wave of crisis. According to an article by Current, WAMU blew past its fundraising goal by 30% while keeping the spotlight on daily listener value rather than urgent appeals. The station focused on strengthening relationships—more than 7,700 new donors signed up this cycle—and invested in thoughtful messaging, streamlined tech, and disciplined live fundraising that minimized audience disruption. It’s a smart shift: by treating donors as community partners and embracing long-term growth, WAMU is forging a sustainable path for public media.
In a year marked by political upheaval and deep challenges to equality, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) charges forward with its unwavering commitment to defending the rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ people everywhere. As the nation’s largest civil rights organization focused on equality, HRC continues to lead with courage—standing firm against efforts to roll back protections while expanding understanding and inclusion through advocacy, education, and storytelling. Their “American Dreams Tour: Equality Across America” is bringing hope and visibility to communities nationwide, and their annual Corporate Equality Index continues to set the standard for inclusive workplaces even as the broader climate grows more uncertain. Through their tireless work and bold leadership, HRC reminds us that progress is always worth protecting—and we’re proud to stand beside them in that fight.
Our friends at Humane World for Animals continue to inspire us through their bold vision and leadership. This year, they completed a major rebrand from the Humane Society to Humane World for Animals, reflecting their unified global mission to tackle the root causes of animal cruelty and create lasting change. They also played a key role in helping bring about South Korea’s historic national ban on the dog meat trade — a remarkable milestone for animal welfare worldwide. And beyond their on-the-ground impact, Humane World for Animals continues to be a generous thought leader within our community, sharing their insights and experience at events like the Bridge Conference and webinars to help other organizations strengthen sustainer programs and deepen donor relationships.
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is an organization that refuses to sit quietly while democratic rights and civil justice are under attack. Through its “Together We Fight” campaign, SPLC continues to rally communities, litigate against discriminatory policies, and advocate for laws that protect vulnerable populations. This year, their work led to major victories—including a federal court ruling that blocked Alabama from prosecuting those who help people access legal abortion care out of state, and another that struck down the state’s anti-solicitation laws, protecting the rights and dignity of people experiencing homelessness. At a time when so many fundamental freedoms are being tested, SPLC’s courage and conviction remind us that defending justice requires both resilience and relentless action. We’re proud to stand with them in that fight.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is known globally as a force to be reckoned with when it comes to preserving animal rights and fighting animal cruelty. Through the perseverance of campaigns like ‘Save Money: Save Monkey’, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced in July of this year they will no longer solicit grants for animal-only experiments, a major milestone in PETA’s years-long push for the agency to end funding for all animal experimentation. We are proud to support PETA in all their persistence and determination to make the world a more equitable place for all living creatures.
March of Dimes, whose unwavering commitment to improving maternal and infant health continues, leads innovative solutions. This year, they launched the Texas Collaborative Prematurity Research Center in partnership with UT Southwestern Medical Center and the University of Texas Medical Branch—expanding their national network dedicated to understanding and preventing preterm birth. Under the leadership of their new President and CEO, Cindy Rahman, March of Dimes is driving forward groundbreaking research and advocacy to reduce preterm birth rates, improve health equity, and ensure every mom and baby has the best possible start. Their work exemplifies the kind of purpose-driven innovation we’re thankful to support and celebrate.
We’re especially grateful for our partnership with Community Development Partnership (CDP) and the innovative work we’ve accomplished together. In 2025, we co-launched Epiphany Benchmarking, a platform built on the combined benchmarking expertise of ROI Solutions and CDP. Designed to help public media organizations and the larger nonprofit sector understand performance in context, Epiphany enables smarter, data-informed decisions through active cohort comparisons. We also introduced our Audience Activation Platform, a public media–focused application of Unite Analytics that empowers stations to better connect insights to action. And through Predictive Insights, we’re helping clients improve targeting accuracy and efficiency, allowing them to reach prospects more cost-effectively. Amid the political and funding uncertainties facing public media, we’re proud to partner with CDP and our public media clients to strengthen and stabilize fundraising operations that sustain vital journalism and storytelling. If you are interested in adopting a local station, please visit Adopt A Station.
As we head into a season of reflection and gratitude, we’re reminded that hope isn’t just a feeling, it’s a practice. Every day, our clients choose to lead with purpose, to do the hard work of building a more just, sustainable, and compassionate world. Their victories, big and small, remind us that progress is possible when passion meets persistence. From protecting democracy to preserving culture, defending human rights to healing communities — their impact is the good news we all need right now. To our clients and partners: thank you for continuing to fight the good fight. We see you, we celebrate you, and we’re proud to stand beside you.
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