Awards

For every award we’ve received at Vanguard, we’re reminded of the vital work our clients are doing to create a better world. Our accolades are a testament to the important work that our clients do and the innovative work of our talented staff. Take a look at our most recent awards — hard work gets results, and it shows.

PR News Nonprofit PR Awards, Winner – Digital PR and Marketing American Psychological Association – Psychotherapy: More than a Quick Fix Initiative
	In 2013, PR News’ Nonprofit PR Awards recognized Vanguard Communications for its work on the American Psychological Association’s (APA) “Psychotherapy: More than a Quick Fix initiative.” APA and Vanguard used digital tactics to promote the effectiveness of psychotherapy, including two animated digital shorts developed in partnership with Free Range Studios, which have garnered nearly 30,000 views.
2013 PRWeek Awards, Honorable Mention – Small PR Agency of the Year Vanguard Communications
	The PRWeek Awards represent the highest accolade in the PR industry, presented each year to the best corporate, nonprofit, agency, government and education teams and the work they produce. Vanguard was honored in March 2013 with an honorable mention in the “Small PR Agency of the Year” category. A key element of Vanguard’s success was the release of its first Purple Paper™, a free guide to help communicators measure their social change efforts.
The National Health Information Awards, Bronze Winner – Total Special Health Event Program Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – 2011 Voice Awards
	The National Health Information Awards recognized Vanguard’s work on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Voice Awards event on August 24, 2011. The annual event celebrates the positive contributions of people with behavioral health challenges, as well as the respectful portrayal of such individuals in Hollywood productions. The 2011 event focused on recovery from trauma, and honored 16 entertainment production award winners, seven consumer/peer winners and three special recognition award winners.
The National Health Information Awards, Merit Winner – Total Health Information Program Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – 2011 Wellness Initiative
	In 2011, Vanguard continued its work with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Wellness Initiative, which aims to motivate people, families, behavioral health and primary care providers, consumer-run organizations and behavioral health services to take action for whole-person wellness. In 2011, Vanguard created National Wellness Week and developed partnerships and working relationships to promote the wellness message.
The Web Health Awards, Silver Winner – Blog American Psychological Association – “Your Mind Your Body” Blog
	The Web Health Awards honored the American Psychological Association’s (APA) “Your Mind Your Body” blog, which Vanguard develops, markets and designs. The blog, which offers psychologists’ insights on healthy lifestyles and behaviors, is targeted at women, families and consumers seeking information about health and wellness.
The Web Health Awards, Merit Winner – Video Webcast American Psychological Association – Stress in America™: Our Health at Risk
	Vanguard conceptualized the annual Stress in America™ survey as a tool to position the American Psychological Association (APA) and psychologists as thought leaders on lifestyle, behavior and preventing disease through effective stress management. For the release of the 2012 survey, Vanguard produced a roundtable discussion about stress and its connection to health and chronic illness. Vanguard’s live video webcast of the event drew more than 600 online viewers.
International Academy of the Visual Arts, Communicator Award of Excellence – Public Service/Pro Bono National Network to End Domestic Violence – “Chefs Take a Stand” Event Materials
	Vanguard contributed its flair for design to the National Network to End Domestic Violence’s (NNEDV) “Chefs Take a Stand” inaugural fundraising event in Washington, D.C. We conceived the “cake shoe” look to convey the event’s collaboration between NNEDV and Women Chefs and Restaurateurs, and wrote and designed the event’s program and other collateral materials, including signage, menu cards for passed food, chef profiles and more. The sold-out evening of food, drinks and a silent auction raised thousands of dollars for NNEDV programs, and was featured in The Washington Post, on dozens of local blogs, and on numerous online event and social calendars.
International Academy of the Visual Arts, Communicator Award of Distinction – Writing/Editorial Campaign for High School Equity – Politico Op-Ed
	In the midst of a challenging policy environment, Vanguard drafted an op-ed for the Campaign for High School Equity (CHSE) that examined how Congress’ failure to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act would affect students of color, Native Americans, migrant students and students from low-income areas. Vanguard incorporated feedback from CHSE staff, partners and policy consultants, then successfully pitched the piece for publication.
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