Monthly Archives: October 2011

CreateAthon Blog

Why CreateAthon?
  • Written by Peyton Rowe

Every once in a while, I forget why I love CreateAthon so much. I get caught up in the little difficulties of each day such as the long carpool line, that plate I dropped on the floor or the blown light bulb in the living room. Maybe I’m off my game. Maybe I’m tired. Maybe... Read More

Tearing Down Walls
  • Written by Kevin Archie

Last month, I had the privilege of participating in my first  CreateAthon, a 24-hour marathon of sorts where creatives come together and do promotional work on a pro bono basis for nonprofits in need. We began early in the morning with bright spirits, copious amounts of coffee, and enough energy and excitement to tear down... Read More

A creative gift
  • Written by Mary Walter, Spartanburg Area Conservancy

Two summers ago, my nonprofit received a fantastic service from Columbia area marketing and PR firms. I am director of a land conservation organization located in Spartanburg and we struggle financially just like most non-profits in today’s world. We simply did not have funds allocated for one of our most important needs: getting our word... Read More