Entry Deadline: September 14, 2007 (postmarked)
Late Entry Deadline: September 21, 2007 (postmarked) |
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Who do I make the check payable to?
Access Intelligence (Nonprofit PR Awards)
What is the eligibility period for the program?
To be eligible, the campaign or PR initiative must have taken place (either in part or in full) between September 1, 2006 and September 1, 2007. Some of the work must have occurred during this time, but it's not necessary for it to be completed during the eligibility period.
How are the entries judged?
Entries are judged by a blue chip panel of non-profit and academic executives, as well as by the staff of PR News. We evaluate your entry based on creativity, innovation, sound planning and implementation. Our most important criterion is proven success in aligning your strategic objectives with your end goals.
Who is eligible to win an award?
- Nonprofit organizations
- PR firms representing a nonprofit client
- Corporate teams partnering with a nonprofit
- Joint Winners (ie nonprofit and its agency or corporate partner)
Where and when will the reception be held?
The winners and honorable mentions will receive their Nonprofit PR Awards on December 4, 2007 during the NonProfit PR Awards breakfast at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
How do I increase my chances of winning an award?
Emphasize the goals of your campaign, as well as your campaign's achievements in your introduction. Provide as many concrete and specific examples of success as possible, and explain clearly and succinctly your research, planning, implementation and measurement of the campaign.
When will I be notified about the status of my entry?
You will be contacted by PR News staff regarding the status of your entry only if you are named a finalist in the awards program. Finalists are notified 30-60 days in advance of the Nonprofit Awards Reception. The winners will be announced during the reception in Washington DC.
Must we include our campaign budget?
It's not a requirement, but it helps the judges to better compare your campaign against other entries. Include at least a reasonable budget range. The judges always take into account the campaign budget relative to the goals and outcome. All information us confidential and will not be published.
What are the Deadlines?
All entries must be postmarked by September 14, 2007. Entries postmarked between September 15, 2007 and September 21, 2007, please add a late fee for each entry . Finalists will be notified in October and honored in Fall 2007 in Washington DC.
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What are the Entry Fees?
Primary entry: $260 each
Secondary entry of same campaign** into one or more categories: $130 each
Late entry fee: $135 per entry |
Who should enter?
This awards program is open to any communications/marketing team at a nonprofit organization, association, government agency, NGO or educational institution. Where applicable, categories are also open to corporate PR professionals and PR firms. Size of organization and campaign budget are taken into consideration and will be judged relative to campaign goals and returns.
Who can win?
- Nonprofit organizations
- PR firms representing a nonprofit client
- Corporate teams partnering with a nonprofit
- Joint Winners (ie nonprofit and its agency or corporate partner)
What is Your Tax ID Number?
Access Intelligence Federal Tax ID number is 52-178-4832.
What address do I send the entry to?
Saun Sayamongkhun
Nonprofit PR Awards
Access Intelligence
4 Choke Cherry Road, 2 nd Floor, Rockville, MD 20850
301-354-1610; ssayamongkhun@accessintel.com
Make check payable to PRNews (Nonprofit Awards)
How do I get a receipt for my entry?
Contact Toyin Salau at tsalau@accessintel.com
Who do I contact for a W9 form?
Kathy Chestnutt at kchestnutt@accessintel.com
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