“A lot of people get into the work they do because they’re passionate about their cause, but frequently they’re not very good about talking about what they do to a larger audience,” said Andy Goodman, communications firm owner.

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“In an environment where there is so much information and the public is being assaulted by many different things on TV, if a nonprofit isn’t using communications to highlight the good work they’re doing, they miss out. It’s harder and harder to be heard.” said Andrew Posey, vice president of Cause Communications in Santa Monica, California. “Nonprofits have been entrusted with the responsibility to help their missions. If they’re using money for strategic communications, they need to gear towards maximum effectiveness. I’ve seen a lot of missed opportunities,” he said.

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Société St-Vincent de Paul recently mandated Phil Communications (in collaboration with PKCOM) to launch the 2007 Opération Bonne Mine, a programme to help under privileged children with much needed school supplies, clothing and the means to enjoy extra curricular, cultural and sporting activities. For 2008, we are already working on SSVP’s 160th Anniversary celebrations and fundraising campaigns.