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"Mental Health Awareness Sunday” declared in Atlanta on Sunday, June 4
Coalition of government, nonprofit and faith organizations unite to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and offer resources at The dReam Center Church of Atlanta services.
June 2, 2023
Year-Long Study Examines What Issues Americans Care Most About, Reveals Power of Local and National Media to Influence Decisions on Major Issues
Ad Council Research Institute’s Issue Pulse report offers insights into what social issues move Americans to act and who they trust for information on those issues
May 19, 2023
New Study Reveals 66% of Conservatives and 46% of Independent Voters Lack Confidence in Elections
Study commissioned by Campaign Legal Center aims to determine confidence in American elections and election process
May 11, 2023
New Research by the Ad Council Research Institute and The Joyce Foundation Uncovers Public Knowledge & Attitudes Toward Extreme Risk Protection Orders and Identifies How to Effectively Empower Americans to Utilize These Gun Violence Prevention Laws
The report serves as the foundation for forthcoming Ad Council campaigns that drive the nonprofit’s comprehensive communications efforts to reduce gun violence.
April 27, 2023
DJ Perera Named Chief Media Officer at the Ad Council
The Ad Council, America’s leader in using the power of communications to drive social impact at scale, announced today that DJ Perera has joined the organization as Chief Media Officer. She succeeds Kathy Kayse, who will be retiring on May 12 after leading the Media team for 5 years.
April 25, 2023
The Ad Council Appoints 19 New Members to its Board of Directors
NEW YORK, NY, April 21, 2023 — The Ad Council, America’s leader in using the power of communications to drive social impact at scale, elected 19 new members to its Board of Directors during its spring meeting held yesterday in Washington, DC. The non-profit organization’s Board is chaired by Jacki Kelley, CEO, dentsu Americas, and Chief Global Client Officer, dentsu. Vice Chairs include Tara Walpert Levy, VP, Americas, YouTube, and Diego Scotti, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Verizon.
April 21, 2023
Ad Council, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and SXM Media Launch New Audio PSA Aimed At Increasing Awareness of the Dangers of Drug-Impaired Driving
New Ads, Produced by SXM Media’s Studio Resonate and Airing Across Pandora and SoundCloud, Seek to Educate Marijuana Users About Risks of Getting Behind the Wheel While High
April 20, 2023
The Ad Council and Amazon Break the Ice When It Comes to Conversations About Teen Mental Health
The Ad Council’s Sound It Out campaign is collaborating with Amazon to introduce “When You Can’t Say It, Play It,” inviting parents and caregivers to check in on their teen’s emotional wellbeing through music.
April 13, 2023
The Ad Council and Alzheimer's Association Promote Importance of Early Detection of Alzheimer's in Touching New Campaign featuring NASCAR Driver Ryan Blaney
New PSAs from Ad Council, Alzheimer's Association, and NASCAR Encourage Families to Talk about Seeing a Doctor Together
March 29, 2023
The Ad Council & Brady Encourage Gun Owners to ‘Prepare for Misuse’ with help from McKinney
National Public Service Advertisements Encourage Safe Gun Storage to “End Family Fire”
March 23, 2023
Don't Miss "Un Cafecito Sin Nervios" – How To Help Middle School Latino Kids Open Up About Their Emotional Well-Being – An Exclusive Broadcast Event Only On Vme Television!
Includes special welcome by renowned actor/TV host Mario Lopez! Brought to you by the Ad Council, Pivotal Ventures, and the Huntsman Mental Health Institute
March 23, 2023
How Sweet The Sound Discovers Top New Talent in Gospel Music
Annual Competition Finds Fresh Voices While Strengthening Mental Health in Communities of Color
March 7, 2023
The Ad Council and Meta Encourage Parents to ‘Drop The F*Bomb’ With Their Kids in New Campaign to Address the Fentanyl Crisis
As part of a broader effort to tackle America’s overdose crisis, the dynamic new effort arms parents with life-saving resources and prepares them to have proactive conversations about the dangers of fentanyl with their children
December 14, 2022
The Ad Council’s 68th Annual Public Service Award Dinner Celebrates Extraordinary Accomplishments and Inspires the Marketing and Media Industries to Face Forward and Meet the Moment
Honoring Walmart President & CEO Doug McMillon and hosted by ABC News’ Juju Chang and ESPN’s Hannah Storm, the event raised a record-breaking $7 million for the nonprofit’s national social impact efforts
December 2, 2022
New Report: Americans’ Trust in Messengers Varies Widely by Age, Political Views, Geography
Research from Ad Council Research Institute identifies messengers Americans trust to become aware of, informed about and inspire personal action on key social issues
November 17, 2022
The Ad Council Appoints 18 New Members to Its Board of Directors
Esteemed senior marketing and media executives join the organization’s leadership to drive impact on the country’s most pressing social issues
November 10, 2022
Ad Council Announces $65 Million Multi-Year Mental Health Initiative
Huntsman Mental Health Institute Makes Lead $15 Million Contribution
November 7, 2022
New Mental Health PSA from Seize the Awkward Encourages Young Adults to Say "We Can Talk About It"
Amid rising suicide rates among young adults, the campaign from AFSP, The Jed Foundation and the Ad Council provides resources to start conversations around mental health, with an emphasis on reaching Black and Hispanic/Latine youth
October 25, 2022
Ad Council and Leading Tech Companies Team Up on Coordinated Efforts to Educate Youth and Parents on the Dangers of Fentanyl
The first phase of a broad effort tackling America’s overdose crisis targeting youth taps former drug dealers to deliver the facts on fentanyl in a new platform, “Real Deal on Fentanyl,” created by JOAN Creative.
October 18, 2022
Ad Council Launches Inaugural Career Accelerator Program in Partnership with HBCUs
The “Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program” prepares and empowers historically excluded groups for careers in advertising and marketing.
October 14, 2022
Ad Council, AMA, and CDC Urge Flu Vaccinations with “Get My Flu Shot” Campaign
PSAs highlight how getting an annual flu shot is the best way to reduce your risk from flu and its potentially serious complications, protect your loved ones, and enjoy the holiday season
October 12, 2022
Empowered by their role as “America’s Future,” 59% of young voters plan to vote in the midterm elections to protect their rights – while 21% are unsure whether or not they will vote
The new national study from Paramount Media Networks & MTV Entertainment Studios and the Ad Council Research Institute provides organizations with tools to motivate voter turnout
Abortion rights is the top issue among young people, followed by women’s rights, healthcare and the economy
October 4, 2022
Coalition of Nearly 50 Organizations Launches ‘Tear the Paper Ceiling’ Campaign to Raise Awareness Around the 70+ Million Workers in the U.S. Skilled Through Alternative Routes (STARs)
Nonprofits the Ad Council and Opportunity@Work lead landmark partnership of employers, talent developers and nonprofits on behalf of the majority of U.S. workers without a bachelor’s degree
October 3, 2022
New PSAs Inspired by Real Adoption Stories Motivate Parents to Consider Adopting Teens From Foster Care
Now in its 18th year, this impactful campaign has contributed to more than 900,000 children and youth that have been adopted from the U.S. foster care system
September 20, 2022
USC Quarterback Caleb Williams Teams Up with National “Seize the Awkward” Campaign to Support Young Adults’ Mental Health
In Collaboration with the Ad Council, AFSP, The Jed Foundation, Caleb Cares Foundation & USC, New Student-Produced Public Service Advertisement Encourages Young Adults to Check in on Their Friends
September 7, 2022
New Campaign by FEMA and the Ad Council Encourages Black Community to “Create a Lasting Legacy” by Preparing for Disasters
FEMA will also visit Howard University for series of events to kick off National Preparedness Month and announce the new campaign
September 1, 2022
#DoTheVapeTalk: New Youth Vaping Prevention Campaign Uses Dance Challenge to Address Serious Topic
American Lung Association, Ad Council raise awareness among parents and their kids about vaping with new PSAs created by Hill Holliday
August 9, 2022
Ad Council Research Institute and MTV Entertainment Studios Partner to Release Young Voter Study in Time for Midterms
First Phase of New Research Reveals Voter Motivations, Knowledge and Predicted Turnout Ahead of Upcoming Elections
August 5, 2022
Ad Council Announces dentsu Americas’ Jacki Kelley as Board Chair
New York, July 20, 2022 – Jacki Kelley, CEO of dentsu Americas, has been named Chair of the Ad Council’s Board of Directors. She succeeds Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships of NBCUniversal, and will serve in the role until June 30, 2023.
July 20, 2022
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to be Honored at The Ad Council’s 68th Annual Public Service Award Dinner
NEW YORK, NY, July 14, 2022 — The Ad Council today announced that Walmart CEO Doug McMillon will be recognized for his outstanding corporate citizenship at the organization’s 68th Annual Public Service Award Dinner on December 1, 2022. The event will be held at the Glasshouse in New York City.
July 14, 2022
The Ad Council Re-Launches Influencer and Trusted Messenger Engagement Strategy Arm to Drive Measurable Change for Social Impact Campaigns
The Organization’s “Creators for Good” Program Expands Capabilities to Address the Nation’s Most Pressing Issues
July 6, 2022
Sesame Street’s Elmo and His Dad Louie Star in New PSA Informing Parents of Young Children About COVID-19 Vaccines
Sesame Workshop, the Ad Council, COVID Collaborative, CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics Collaborate to Provide Answers to Parents’ Questions on Vaccines for Children Aged 6 Months and Up
June 28, 2022
New films from Love Has No Labels Inspire Acts of Love that Address Bias, Hate and Discrimination
Alongside the George Floyd Memorial Foundation, Cafe Maddy Cab and onePULSE, the Ad Council’s Iconic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Campaign Shows the Impact Every Individual Can Have when Responding to Injustice
June 23, 2022
Ad Council Research Institute Finds Healthcare Affordability, Crime, Climate Change, and Women’s Health as the Top Issues Americans Care Most About
Newly Launched Research Arm of the Ad Council Partners with Decision Intelligence Firm Morning Consult to Help Brands, Agencies, and Causes Understand, and Address Topics That Matter
June 21, 2022
AMC Networks Content Room Teams With The Ad Council To Empower Girls in STEM Featuring The Hit Series "The Walking Dead"
New Social and Digital Public Service Advertisements on How STEM Brings the World of the Series to Life – from Costume and Set Design to Directing – Will Debut June 8
June 8, 2022
Opportunity@Work and the Ad Council Call on Companies to Join New, Rapidly Expanding Collaboration to Remove Barriers to Economic Mobility for 50% of U.S. Workers
More than 20 corporate and nonprofit partners have already joined the effort to champion more inclusive, skills-based hiring practices for the 70+ million workers Skilled Through Alternative Routes (STARs)
June 7, 2022
New “When You Graduate, They Graduate” Campaign from Dollar General Literacy Foundation, Ad Council, and BBH USA Highlights the Positive Impact of Earning a High School Diploma
Campaign encourages adults to finish their diploma, as parental literacy can be an early indicator for a child’s success
May 18, 2022
The Ad Council to Take On Overdose Crisis Through New Coordinated National Public Awareness Efforts
The nonprofit convenes Google, Meta and Snap, along with leading public health organizations to address youth fentanyl awareness and substance use disorders in the fight against nationwide overdose epidemic
May 16, 2022
Lung Association Turns Nation Turquoise to Raise Awareness for Lung Cancer, Launches Campaign to Promote Lifesaving Screening
CHICAGO, IL, May 10, 2022 – This week, the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE initiative is celebrating Turquoise Takeover to raise awareness about lung cancer, the nation’s leading cancer killer. As a part of the important observance, the organization, together with the Ad Council and creative agency Hill Holliday, released A Hope Story, a new public service announcement campaign to raise awareness of lifesaving lung cancer screening.
May 10, 2022
The Ad Council Appoints 21 New Members to its Board of Directors
NEW YORK, NY, April 29, 2022 — The Ad Council, America’s leader in using the power of communications to drive social change, elected 21 new members to its Board of Directors during its spring meeting held yesterday with both virtual and in-person elements. The non-profit organization’s Board is chaired by Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal. Vice Chairs include Jacki Kelley, CEO, Americas, dentsu, and Diego Scotti, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Verizon.
April 29, 2022
NBC’s TODAY Joins the Ad Council for New Public Service Ad Empowering Girls in STEM
PSA Featuring TODAY’s Anchors to Debut on Super Bowl Sunday
February 11, 2022
New Study Reveals Most Americans Look to Medical Professionals for Trusted Information on Social & Societal Issues, After Family
“Who Do We Trust With Our Lives?: The Trusted Messenger Study” is the First Public Report from the Newly Formed Ad Council Research Institute
February 3, 2022
The Ad Council and Amazon Aim to Inspire Acts of Love and Create a More Inclusive World in New Love Has No Labels Campaign
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, new collaboration helps bring to light different interpretations of love with the question, “Alexa, what is love?”
February 1, 2022
AARP, Ad Council Partner to Address Unique Challenges Facing Military Veteran Caregivers
New PSAs remind the more than 6.5 million-strong community of military veteran caregivers that there are resources to help support their journey
December 9, 2021
The Ad Council’s 67th Annual Public Service Award Dinner Celebrates Extraordinary Accomplishments and Inspires a Future That is Better Together
Honoring Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg and hosted by Terry Crews, Stephanie Ruhle and Kenan Thompson, the event raised a record-breaking $6.4 million for national social good campaigns
December 3, 2021
National campaign launches new PSAs based on real stories that inspire parents to consider adopting teens in foster care
Now in its 17th year, this successful campaign has contributed to the more than 900,000 children and youth that have been adopted from the U.S. foster care system.
November 10, 2021
Dance and Music Aim to Inspire U.S. Adults to Improve Blood Pressure in New PSAs from the American Heart Association, American Medical Association, and the Ad Council
The campaign encourages historically underserved communities to connect with a health care professional about self-monitoring their blood pressure
November 9, 2021
Alzheimer’s Association Honors and Empowers Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
New PSAs from Ad Council and Alzheimer’s Association Remind Families to Discuss Cognition Concerns Early
November 1, 2021
The Ad Council Appoints 18 New Members to its Board of Directors
NEW YORK, NY, October 28, 2021 — The Ad Council, America’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to using the power of communications to drive social change, elected 18 new members to its Board of Directors during its fall meeting held virtually yesterday. The organization’s Board is chaired by Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal. Vice Chairs include Jacki Kelley, CEO, dentsu Americas and Diego Scotti, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Verizon.
October 28, 2021
VA and the Ad Council Launch National Campaign to Reduce Veteran Suicide
Ahead of Veterans Day, New “Don’t Wait, Reach Out” Effort Encourages Struggling Veterans to Seek Support Before They Get to a Crisis Point
October 26, 2021
Women Find Inspiration to Reclaim Financial Independence in New PSAs from AARP and the Ad Council
New PSAs Work to Empower the Two-Thirds of American Women Who Believe They are Unlikely to Achieve Financial Security in Retirement
October 21, 2021
Rural Americans Share Personal Stories to Inspire Confidence in COVID-19 Vaccines in Local Communities and Nationwide
New PSAs from the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative Speak to Those Still Hesitant About Vaccination Across Rural Communities
October 19, 2021
The Ad Council’s 67th Annual Public Service Award Dinner to Honor Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg
NEW YORK, NY, October 13, 2021 — The Ad Council announced today that its 67th Annual Public Service Award Dinner will honor Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. The event will be both in-person and streamed online, with the in-person gathering held at the Glasshouse in New York City on December 2, 2021. Platinum sponsors include Adobe, Comcast NBCUniversal, Disney Ad Sales, Facebook, Google and Verizon.
October 13, 2021
CDC, AMA, and Ad Council Urge Flu Vaccinations to Reduce Flu Hospitalizations Amid COVID-19 Concerns
Nearly a third of Black and Hispanic adults in the U.S. are undecided about flu vaccination this season due to a perceived lack of susceptibility and questions around how the flu shot interacts with COVID-19 vaccines
October 12, 2021
With Veterans at Far Greater Risk of Gun Suicide, New National Campaign Promotes Safe Firearm Storage to Save Lives
This Suicide Prevention Month, Brady and the Ad Council Launch “Service Never Stops” PSAs from Facebook Creative Shop and Gig Line Media
September 23, 2021
Young Adults and Parents are Focus of New Vaccine PSAs from the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s Groundbreaking COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative
25 Million Eligible Americans Still Undecided, Young Adults and Parents of Teens Are Critical to Vaccine Acceptance
September 21, 2021
The Ad Council and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Encourage Parents to “Get the Big Things Right” When it Comes to Kids’ Safety in the Car
This Child Passenger Safety Week, New PSAs Highlight the Importance of Choosing the Right Car Seat or Booster Seat for a Child’s Age and Size
September 20, 2021
Ad Council teams up with the Potential Energy Coalition to put full national weight behind Science Moms climate campaign to accelerate action
On the heels of the IPCC’s latest report, new campaign responds to research finding that 60% of Americans are concerned about climate change, but only 14% talk about it often
September 14, 2021
Instagram and TikTok Stars Join Seize the Awkward to Help Young Adults Maneuver Life Changes and the Continued Fallout of COVID-19
Campaign taps creators Anna Wannquist, Donovan Beck, Jamie Grace, Maleah Whitten, Phillip Vu, Pink Sweat$, Sedona Prince, and Tessa Violet to encourage friends to start and continue conversations about mental health this September
September 9, 2021
Pope Francis Joins the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s “It’s Up To You” Campaign to Inspire Confidence in the COVID-19 Vaccines
With a Message of Hope and Unity, the Pope and Six Cardinals and Archbishops from North, Central and South America are Featured in a New PSA Reaching Global Audiences
August 18, 2021
The Ad Council, United Way Worldwide and The Rockefeller Foundation Launch New Campaign to Highlight 211 Service and Provide Support to Those in Need
New campaign spotlights 211 helpline and encourages Americans to utilize the resource for assistance accessing federal, state and local aid
July 14, 2021
The Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s “It’s Up To You” Campaign Highlights Stories from Descendants of the U.S. Public Health Service Syphilis Study at Tuskegee to Help Foster Confidence in the COVID-19 Vaccines
From Tragedy to Triumph, the New Short-Form Documentary Illustrates the Enduring Legacy of the Men Involved in the Study and its Impact on Public Health
June 30, 2021
“Project Yellow Light” Scholarship Contest Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary with New Class of Student Winners to Raise Awareness of Dangers of Texting and Driving
High School and College Students Will Have Winning TV, Radio and Billboards Displayed Nationally
June 22, 2021
Real Dads Overcome Obstacles to be Present in Their Kids’ Lives in New “#Dadication” PSAs
Ahead of Father’s Day, Latest PSAs Inspire Dads to Feel More Confident and Involved as Parents
June 16, 2021
Ad Council, CDC Launch New Campaign Encouraging Americans to Mask Up Until You’re Vaccinated
New York, NY, June 15, 2021 – The Ad Council, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), today launched a series of public service announcements (PSAs) emphasizing the importance of mask wearing until you’re vaccinated. The campaign, supported by a grant from The Rockefeller Foundation, is an extension of the national “Mask Up America” campaign, which throughout the pandemic has aimed to increase compliance and acceptance of wearing masks and face coverings as one of the main prevention behaviors in order to slow the spread of COVID-19, and including vaccination, social distancing, and hand washing.
June 15, 2021
The Ad Council and USDA Forest Service Encourage Families to Make the Forest Part of Their Story
Washington, D.C., June 10, 2021 – Ahead of National Get Outdoors Day on June 12, the USDA Forest Service and the Ad Council today announced new public service advertisements (PSAs) from the Discover the Forest campaign. Since 2009, the Ad Council and USDA Forest Service’s Discover the Forest campaign has encouraged parents and caregivers to take their families out to the forest to experience and reconnect with nature. The new creative work highlights the power of authentic storytelling to showcase the value of the forest as a place where families can deepen their connection with each other and with the outdoors. The PSAs culminate in a singular ask: make the forest part of your family’s story.
June 10, 2021
Wildfire Prevention PSAs Urge Outdoor Safety as Americans Spend More Time in Nature Ahead of Memorial Day
Washington, D.C. (May 20, 2021) – The USDA Forest Service, the National Association of State Foresters and the Ad Council are reminding Americans everywhere of important wildfire prevention tips to keep in mind when spending time outdoors. The public service advertising (PSA) campaign emphasizes the role we each play in keeping our safe places safe when enjoying the outdoors this Memorial Day and beyond. As part of the ongoing “Be Outdoor Safe” initiative, the PSAs include wildfire prevention and outdoor safety tips that anyone can use to help protect our public lands.
May 20, 2021
The Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s ‘It’s Up To You’ Launching New Efforts to Inspire Vaccine Confidence in Young Adults
With their unique barriers to vaccination, nearly half (45%) of young adults in America do not feel that they know enough to guide their decision about getting a COVID-19 vaccine
May 13, 2021
As Young Adults Continue to Navigate the Challenges Posed by COVID-19, Seize the Awkward is Here to Help
The campaign partners with TikTok and Instagram stars Bryce Xavier, Dani Donovan, GegetheJing, Joyce Wert, Liya Hizkias and Shahem, musical group lovelytheband, musicians Alaina Castillo, Daya, Elle Winter, Jensen McRae and Kat Cunning, mental health experts and more to encourage mental health conversations this May
May 11, 2021
National Campaign Promotes Mental Health for Middle Schoolers with New Music from KAMAUU, Tobe Nwigwe, Lauren Jauregui, Empress Of
NEW YORK, NY, April 29, 2021 – When your child can’t find the words, help them find the lyrics. Today, the national Sound It Out campaign launches with a new album and resources to help parents and caregivers have meaningful conversations about emotional wellbeing with their middle schoolers. The songs will be available across all major streaming platforms and can be heard on the campaign website at SoundItOutTogether.org, which also offers free expert-vetted resources to guide conversations.
April 29, 2021
Ad Council Appoints 27 New Members to its Board of Directors
Communications Industry Leaders Commit Their Support to Advancing Social Good through Communications
April 26, 2021
The Ad Council Names Elise James-DeCruise Chief Equity Officer
Industry veteran will lead the Ad Council’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts
April 5, 2021
Ad Council & COVID Collaborative Enlist Network of Evangelical Leaders & Healthcare Professionals to Reach Evangelicals with Trusted Information
New Study Shows Large Vaccine Hesitancy Among White Evangelicals
April 1, 2021
ACM Lifting Lives® Partners with the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative for COVID-19 Vaccination Education PSA Featuring Eric Church, Ashley McBryde and Darius Rucker
“It’s Up to You” Vaccination Education PSA to Premiere During “56th Academy of Country Music Awards™" Broadcasting Live from Nashville on Sunday, April 18 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on CBS
April 1, 2021
Willie Nelson, Thirteen Major Sports Leagues and Organizations Team Up With the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s National ‘It’s Up To You’ COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative
New PSAs encourage fans to get the latest accurate information on the COVID-19 vaccines and feature the exclusive debut of Willie Nelson’s new cover of “I’ll Be Seeing You”
March 23, 2021
New Smokey Bear PSAs Urge Responsibility as People Spend More Time Outside
Ahead of spring outdoor recreation season, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, the National Association of State Foresters and the Ad Council today announced a new public service advertisement (PSA) from Smokey Bear’s Wildfire Prevention campaign encouraging Americans to explore nature responsibly by taking steps to prevent wildfires.
March 22, 2021
CVS Health, Walgreens and Walmart Join Together with the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative to Educate Americans about the COVID-19 Vaccines
Pharmacists Help Inspire Vaccine Confidence Across the Country
March 18, 2021
Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter and First Ladies Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, Hillary Clinton, and Rosalynn Carter Join the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative’s National COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative
New PSAs featuring former Presidents and former First Ladies encourage Americans to get the facts and learn more about the COVID-19 vaccines
March 11, 2021
The Ad Council’s Love Has No Labels and StoryCorps’ One Small Step Bring Americans Together One Conversation at a Time
New partnership urges Americans to have meaningful conversations with one another despite their differences
March 2, 2021
Leading Business and Nonprofit Organizations Launch Health Action Alliance to Strengthen and Accelerate COVID-19 Response
Major brands, media companies, community-based organizations, faith leaders and other trusted messengers to extend reach of message across all channels with a focus on Black and Hispanic communities, who have been hit hardest by the pandemic
February 25, 2021
Leading Business and Nonprofit Organizations Launch Health Action Alliance to Strengthen and Accelerate COVID-19 Response
The Ad Council, Business Roundtable, CDC Foundation, de Beaumont Foundation and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation join forces to empower business community, address health inequities
February 18, 2021
Ad Council, CDC and WarnerMedia Launch National PSA to Encourage Americans to Continue to “Mask Up” to Help Stop the Spread of the Coronavirus
Austin Powers, Casablanca, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and others are reimagined with characters wearing face masks in new PSA to air across the WarnerMedia ecosystem
February 10, 2021
Leading Corporations and Foundations Come Together to Support National COVID-19 Vaccine Education Effort from the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services among Groups Helping Healthcare Providers Prepare for Patient Questions
Q&A Video Series Features Introduction from Dr. Anthony Fauci
January 12, 2021
Ad Council Announces NBCUniversal’s Linda Yaccarino as Board Chair
New York, NY, January 6, 2021 – Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal, has been named Chair of the Ad Council’s Board of Directors. She succeeds David Fischer, Chief Revenue Officer of Facebook, and will serve in the role until June 30, 2022.
January 6, 2021
Eighteen Leading Health Organizations and Dr. Anthony Fauci Partner with the Ad Council and the COVID Collaborative to Help Healthcare Providers Better Understand and Answer Common Questions about COVID-19 Vaccination
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services among Groups Helping Healthcare Providers Prepare for Patient Questions
Q&A Video Series Features Introduction from Dr. Anthony Fauci
December 29, 2020
Ad Council, CDC Launch The Power of Us, a Campaign Designed to Educate and Empower the Black Community to Continue to Help Stop the Spread of Coronavirus
Together with Complex Networks, the Ad Council, CDC launch shareable safety tips, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise throughout the country
December 9, 2020
National Campaign Showcases the Importance of Adopting Teenagers from Foster Care
Now in its 16th year, this successful campaign has contributed to the more than 870,000 children and youth that have been adopted from the U.S. foster care system
December 8, 2020
Ad Council Launches "Belonging Begins With Us" Campaign Featuring Exclusive New Music from Lake Street Dive
Broad coalition convenes to promote welcoming attitudes and actions
in communities across America
December 3, 2020
Ad Council Launches $50 Million Fund for National COVID-19 Vaccine Education Effort
With many Americans not yet committed to getting a COVID-19 vaccine when available, leaders in communications, policy and health unite to create a research-driven public education campaign
November 23, 2020
Ad Council Joins the White House, HHS and CDC to Launch COPING-19 Campaign on Mental Health Struggles amid Covid-19 Pandemic
National integrated effort, created by dentsumcgarrybowen, to provide information and resources at new Coping-19.org website that will help Americans address mental health challenges
November 23, 2020
