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(Very)Nicely Done!
  • Written by Alexandra Frazier

The folks at verynice, a design and innovation consultancy based in Los Angeles, know a thing or two about pro-bono. Since opening their doors, they’ve donated over $775,000 in creative services to clients all over the world. CreateAthon was a unique opportunity, then, for the firm to give back to two deserving nonprofits located in... Read More

It's almost here! Oct. 20-26 is Pro Bono Week!
  • Written by Jenni Brennison

Last year’s Global Pro Bono Summit gave rise to a new movement in skills-based volunteering. Inspired by the American Bar Association, Taproot Foundation invited summit attendees to join in a week-long global celebration of professionals  donating their skills to the nonprofit community. From IT assistance to Human Resources, many nonprofits simply don’t have the budget... Read More

Far from ordinary. They're verynice.
  • Written by Jenni Brennison

  Even before they joined CreateAthon, pro bono was a cultural imperative for Los Angeles based design and innovation consultancy, verynice.  Since opening their doors they’ve donated over $775,000 in creative services to more than 200 clients. So if they’re already doing it, why host a CreateAthon?  Founder Matthew Manos explains.  We are really excited... Read More

CreateAthon is Catching On!
  • Written by Teresa Coles

  CreateAthon is not only expanding our national reach, but we’re crossing borders and oceans too! As we rally the troops for CreateAthon 2013, let’s take a moment to welcome seven of the latest agencies to commit their time and talent to our marathon of giving back.   DNA Creative Communications, Greenville, South Carolina FleishmanHillard,... Read More