https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases News & Press Releases en-US Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-taps-teen-insights-voices-for-a-bold-new-approach-to-teen-mental-health This World Teen Mental Wellness Day, the Ad Council announced the latest extension of its “Love, Your Mind” initiative, with a new focus on helping teens take action to support their mental health.   Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-taps-teen-insights-voices-for-a-bold-new-approach-to-teen-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-tvb-launch-22nd-annual-project-roadblock-to-prevent-buzzed-driving Hundreds of local broadcast TV stations nationwide unite during the holiday season to air lifesaving PSAs Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-tvb-launch-22nd-annual-project-roadblock-to-prevent-buzzed-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/hosted-by-whoopi-goldberg-sam-champion-and-jesse-palmer-the-ad-councils-71st-annual-public-service-award-dinner-raises-record-breaking-10-million The event honored NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and celebrated the nonprofit’s partners powering progress Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/hosted-by-whoopi-goldberg-sam-champion-and-jesse-palmer-the-ad-councils-71st-annual-public-service-award-dinner-raises-record-breaking-10-million https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/va-and-the-ad-council-affirm-that-every-veteran-deserves-support-regardless-of-when-where-or-why-they-served New PSAs from the “Don’t Wait. Reach Out.” Campaign Encourage All Veterans to Seek Help When They Need It Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/va-and-the-ad-council-affirm-that-every-veteran-deserves-support-regardless-of-when-where-or-why-they-served https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-confront-dangerous-misconceptions-fueling-drug-impaired-driving The Ad Council and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today unveiled new public service advertisements (PSAs) that challenge the dangerous belief that it’s safe to drive after consuming marijuana. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-confront-dangerous-misconceptions-fueling-drug-impaired-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/game-on-for-mental-health-the-ad-council-star-athletes-encourage-fans-to-care-for-their-minds New “Love, Your Mind” Playbook initiative harnesses the unifying power of sports to offer mental health tools and inspiration Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/game-on-for-mental-health-the-ad-council-star-athletes-encourage-fans-to-care-for-their-minds https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/opportunity-at-work-ad-council-rally-employers New PSAs for Skills-First Hiring campaign highlight the competitive advantage of hiring STARs - workers Skilled Through Alternative Routes Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/opportunity-at-work-ad-council-rally-employers https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-elects-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors The Ad Council, the nonprofit behind many of America's most impactful communications programs that inspire action and accelerate social change, elected 33 new members to its Board of Directors. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-elects-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ama-ad-council-and-coalition-of-health-care-leaders-launch-new-effort-to-provide-health-care-professionals-with-tools-to-prevent-firearm-injuries New digital resource hub developed through work of AMA’s Firearm Injury Prevention task force and as part of national “Agree to Agree” campaign to help clinicians discuss firearm injury prevention with patients Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ama-ad-council-and-coalition-of-health-care-leaders-launch-new-effort-to-provide-health-care-professionals-with-tools-to-prevent-firearm-injuries https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/gray-media-honored-with-2025-catalyst-award-for-outstanding-support-of-the-ad-councils-project-roadblock The television broadcasting company accounted for more than 11,000 Buzzed Driving Prevention PSA detections during the annual industry initiative Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/gray-media-honored-with-2025-catalyst-award-for-outstanding-support-of-the-ad-councils-project-roadblock https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/jennifer-mamlet-named-chief-development-officer-at-the-ad-council The Ad Council announced today that Jennifer Mamlet is joining the organization as Chief Development Officer. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/jennifer-mamlet-named-chief-development-officer-at-the-ad-council https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-dollar-general-literacy-foundation-celebrate-15-years-of-promoting-adult-education Long-running Finish Your Diploma campaign encourages the 30 million adults in the US without a high school diploma to take the first step to a brighter future Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-dollar-general-literacy-foundation-celebrate-15-years-of-promoting-adult-education https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-sugar23-launch-ad-council-entertainment New Partnership to Develop Premium Film and TV Entertainment for Social Impact and Culture Change Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:30:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-sugar23-launch-ad-council-entertainment https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/idph-brady-ad-council-join-forces-to-educate-illinoisans-about-firearm-restraining-orders Trailblazing Public-Private Partnership Helps Illinoisans “Pause to Heal” in a Moment of Crisis to Reduce Gun Suicides and Other Shootings Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/idph-brady-ad-council-join-forces-to-educate-illinoisans-about-firearm-restraining-orders https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-disneys-rita-ferro-as-board-chair She succeeds Tara Walpert Levy, Vice President, Americas at YouTube. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-disneys-rita-ferro-as-board-chair https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psa-from-the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-highlights-the-human-cost-of-buzzed-driving Alcohol-impaired crashes claimed a life every 42 minutes, according to the latest available data from NHTSA Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psa-from-the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-highlights-the-human-cost-of-buzzed-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/project-yellow-light-awards-2025-scholarships-to-students-for-innovative-distracted-driving-psas Six students nationwide awarded scholarships for their winning TV, radio, and billboard ads Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/project-yellow-light-awards-2025-scholarships-to-students-for-innovative-distracted-driving-psas https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/nfl-commissioner-roger-goodell-to-be-honored-at-the-ad-councils-71st-annual-public-service-award-dinner The Ad Council announced today that Roger Goodell, Commissioner of the National Football League (NFL), will be honored with the organization's prestigious Award for Public Service at its 71st annual Public Service Award Dinner on December 4, 2025, at the Glasshouse in New York City. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/nfl-commissioner-roger-goodell-to-be-honored-at-the-ad-councils-71st-annual-public-service-award-dinner https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-huntsman-mental-health-foundation-amazon-announce-the-mind-set-to-support-mental-health Elite Athletes Skylar Diggins, Laurie Hernandez and Chaunté Lowe Appear in National “Love, Your Mind” PSAs to Remind Audiences Why the Mind is the Real MVP Wed, 04 Jun 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-huntsman-mental-health-foundation-amazon-announce-the-mind-set-to-support-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/georgia-athletes-sports-organizations-unite-to-pioneer-local-mental-health-movement-for-fans The Ad Council and Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Lead Effort to Reach Georgians With Localized Mental Health Resources Thu, 01 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/georgia-athletes-sports-organizations-unite-to-pioneer-local-mental-health-movement-for-fans https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-elects-17-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors Carla Hassan, CMO, JPMorganChase, elevated to Vice Chair Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-elects-17-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psas-aim-to-help-families-identify-subtle-signs-of-alzheimers-in-loved-ones Ad Council and Alzheimer's Association's campaign highlights early warning signs that can be mistaken for normal aging, with emphasis on reaching Black Americans, who are twice as likely to develop the disease Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:29:28 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psas-aim-to-help-families-identify-subtle-signs-of-alzheimers-in-loved-ones https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/aarp-and-the-ad-council-encourage-people-in-their-pretirement-years-to-take-key-steps-toward-saving “Pretirement” refers to the period in people’s lives – typically their 40s and 50s – when they are closer to retirement than the start of their career and planning for the next phase of life Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/aarp-and-the-ad-council-encourage-people-in-their-pretirement-years-to-take-key-steps-toward-saving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/first-of-its-kind-digital-experience-supports-teen-mental-health-through-roblox-gameplay The Love, Your Mind World offers free, expert-vetted resources in an engaging, immersive format Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/first-of-its-kind-digital-experience-supports-teen-mental-health-through-roblox-gameplay https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/gun-violence-prevention-initiative-convenes-health-care-and-business-leaders-to-curb-firearm-injuries-and-deaths-on-americas-youth The Ad Council unveils “Agree to Agree,” an expansive new campaign rooted in what we have in common to spur nonpartisan action around gun violence epidemic Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/gun-violence-prevention-initiative-convenes-health-care-and-business-leaders-to-curb-firearm-injuries-and-deaths-on-americas-youth https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/american-lung-association-ad-council-unveil-new-psas-highlighting-the-significance-of-early-detection-for-lung-cancer This World Cancer Day, new PSAs ask the question, “If your lungs could talk, what would they say?" to encourage those eligible to get screened for lung cancer Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/american-lung-association-ad-council-unveil-new-psas-highlighting-the-significance-of-early-detection-for-lung-cancer https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/dreamworks-animation-fema-and-ad-council-partnered-on-dog-man-to-encourage-families-to-prepare-for-emergencies DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man, based on the best-selling Dav Pilkey books, arrives in theaters January 31 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/dreamworks-animation-fema-and-ad-council-partnered-on-dog-man-to-encourage-families-to-prepare-for-emergencies https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-road-to-electrification-us-homeowners-are-ready-but-more-education-on-cost-and-performance-remain New research and toolkit explore awareness, motivations of homeowners to make the switch from gas to electric. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 14:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-road-to-electrification-us-homeowners-are-ready-but-more-education-on-cost-and-performance-remain https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-tvb-launch-21st-annual-project-roadblock-to-prevent-drunk-driving Local broadcast TV stations nationwide unite during the holiday season to remind viewers that “Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving” Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-tvb-launch-21st-annual-project-roadblock-to-prevent-drunk-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/falcons-university-of-georgia-football-blank-family-foundation-and-the-ad-council-partner-to-address-mental-health-in-georgia Today, the Ad Council, America’s leading nonprofit driving social change through the power of communications, announced a Georgia-focused mental health initiative spotlighting football stars from the Atlanta Falcons and University of Georgia Football. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/falcons-university-of-georgia-football-blank-family-foundation-and-the-ad-council-partner-to-address-mental-health-in-georgia https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/fema-and-the-ad-council-encourage-aanhpi-communities-to-enhance-disaster-preparedness-in-new-psas Today, FEMA’s “Ready” campaign launched new public service advertisements (PSAs) with the Ad Council, encouraging Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities to prepare for future risks and disasters. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:17:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/fema-and-the-ad-council-encourage-aanhpi-communities-to-enhance-disaster-preparedness-in-new-psas https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/introducing-the-aaf-advertising-hall-of-fame-class-of-2025 Eight Visionary Leaders Will Be Inducted Along With One Corporate Icon Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:10:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/introducing-the-aaf-advertising-hall-of-fame-class-of-2025 https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/as-kids-and-teens-struggle-with-mental-health-new-resources-help-parents-provide-support With over half of youth reporting mental health struggles, the national “Sound It Out” campaign reminds parents that “Listening is a Form of Love” Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:30:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/as-kids-and-teens-struggle-with-mental-health-new-resources-help-parents-provide-support https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-councils-70th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-galvanizes-media-and-marketing-industries-to-unite-for-change Honoring Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and co-hosted by Angela Bassett and Lilly Singh, the event raised a record-breaking $9.2 million for the nonprofit’s national social impact campaigns Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-councils-70th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-galvanizes-media-and-marketing-industries-to-unite-for-change https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/televisaunivision-honored-with-2024-catalyst-award-by-the-ad-council TelevisaUnivision has been named the recipient of the 2024 Catalyst Award for their exceptional support of the Ad Council’s social impact campaigns throughout the past year, particularly their contribution to Project Roadblock. Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/televisaunivision-honored-with-2024-catalyst-award-by-the-ad-council https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/powerful-new-psas-showcase-the-mutual-rewards-and-unconditional-love-of-adoption-from-foster-care For 20 years, this inspiring campaign has contributed to the more than 1,000,000 children and youth adopted from the U.S. foster care system Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/powerful-new-psas-showcase-the-mutual-rewards-and-unconditional-love-of-adoption-from-foster-care https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-21-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors The Ad Council, America’s leader in using the power of communications to inspire action and accelerate change around the nation’s most pressing issues, elected 21 new members to its Board of Directors chaired by Tara Walpert Levy, VP, Americas at YouTube. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-21-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-ama-and-cdc-urge-americans-to-play-defense-against-flu-with-new-vaccination-campaign New PSAs remind audiences to receive their annual flu shot to protect themselves and their communities from the risk of flu and its potentially serious complications.  Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-ama-and-cdc-urge-americans-to-play-defense-against-flu-with-new-vaccination-campaign https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-campaign-on-proper-child-car-seat-practices-during-national-child-passenger-safety-week With crashes a leading cause of death for children, NHTSA and the Ad Council inspire parents and caregivers to make sure their kids are in the right seat for their age and size. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-campaign-on-proper-child-car-seat-practices-during-national-child-passenger-safety-week https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/this-back-to-school-season-new-psas-inspire-adults-to-get-their-high-school-diploma New videos promote adult education for the 30 million adults in the United States without a high school diploma Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/this-back-to-school-season-new-psas-inspire-adults-to-get-their-high-school-diploma https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-toolkit-offers-updated-messaging-to-address-the-chronic-absenteeism-crisis-in-k-12-schools New Toolkit Offers Updated Messaging to Address the Chronic Absenteeism Crisis in K-12 Schools Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-toolkit-offers-updated-messaging-to-address-the-chronic-absenteeism-crisis-in-k-12-schools https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/va-and-the-ad-council-redefine-bravery-in-new-suicide-prevention-psas Latest Effort for “Don’t Wait. Reach Out.” Campaign Encourages Veterans to Lean on Their Loved Ones and Seek Help When Struggling, Including a New PSA Featuring the War And Treaty’s Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:59:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/va-and-the-ad-council-redefine-bravery-in-new-suicide-prevention-psas https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/with-1-in-10-high-school-youth-using-e-cigarettes-new-campaign-empowers-parents-to-start-the-conversation-early-to-protect-their-kids As students go back to school, the American Lung Association and the Ad Council inspire parents to talk to their kids about the risks of vaping Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/with-1-in-10-high-school-youth-using-e-cigarettes-new-campaign-empowers-parents-to-start-the-conversation-early-to-protect-their-kids https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/record-levels-of-us-adults-purchasing-firearms-for-the-first-time-new-psa-emphasizes-need-to-store-guns-safely Brady and the Ad Council's new “End Family Fire” campaign offers critical education on safe storage at a moment when increased rates of new gun ownership meets alarmingly high numbers of injury and death from firearms Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/record-levels-of-us-adults-purchasing-firearms-for-the-first-time-new-psa-emphasizes-need-to-store-guns-safely https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/smokey-bear-celebrates-80th-birthday America’s beloved wildfire prevention icon and the longest-running PSA campaign is recognized nationwide for eight decades of impact Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/smokey-bear-celebrates-80th-birthday https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/idph-brady-ad-council-unveil-video-psa-to-promote-pause-to-heal-firearm-safety-campaign-in-illinois New PSA from McKinney Builds on Initial Partnership to Prevent Suicides and Shootings by People in Distress with Firearm Restraining Orders Thu, 25 Jul 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/idph-brady-ad-council-unveil-video-psa-to-promote-pause-to-heal-firearm-safety-campaign-in-illinois https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-research-institute-and-hearst-magazines-release-findings-from-mental-health-in-brand-communications-study New joint study finds many Americans respond positively to companies with mental health messaging Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:26:09 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-research-institute-and-hearst-magazines-release-findings-from-mental-health-in-brand-communications-study https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/disney-ceo-bob-iger-to-be-honored-at-the-ad-councils-70th-annual-public-service-award-dinner The Ad Council announced today that Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger will be receiving the organization's Award for Public Service at its Public Service Award Dinner on December 5, 2024, at the Glasshouse in New York City. Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/disney-ceo-bob-iger-to-be-honored-at-the-ad-councils-70th-annual-public-service-award-dinner https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-googles-tara-walpert-levy-as-board-chair Tara Walpert Levy, VP of YouTube across the Americas, has been named Chair of the Ad Council’s Board of Directors. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-googles-tara-walpert-levy-as-board-chair https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/project-yellow-light-names-2024-student-scholarship-winners-spotlighting-the-dangers-of-distracted-driving-through-psas Eight students from across the nation awarded scholarships for their winning TV, Radio and Billboard creative Fri, 28 Jun 2024 13:17:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/project-yellow-light-names-2024-student-scholarship-winners-spotlighting-the-dangers-of-distracted-driving-through-psas https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-campaign-encourages-hispanic-parents-to-store-firearms-safely Brady, Casanova//McCann, and the Ad Council partner for the first national Spanish language public education campaign on safe firearm storage, aimed at reaching Hispanic gun owners, which are among the fastest-growing demographic groups purchasing firearms. Wed, 26 Jun 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-campaign-encourages-hispanic-parents-to-store-firearms-safely https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/star-athletes-share-their-mental-health-rituals-encouraging-fans-to-prioritize-their-mental-health 11 Professional Sports Leagues and Organizations Join Forces with the “Love, Your Mind” Campaign this Mental Health Awareness Month Thu, 30 May 2024 14:30:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/star-athletes-share-their-mental-health-rituals-encouraging-fans-to-prioritize-their-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/family-friends-need-more-resources-and-support-to-help-loved-ones-who-are-struggling-with-their-mental-health New research and toolkit provide critical resources for increasing 988 usage and access among populations disproportionately impacted by suicide and their loved ones. Tue, 21 May 2024 13:27:36 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/family-friends-need-more-resources-and-support-to-help-loved-ones-who-are-struggling-with-their-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-launches-trade-association-advisory-committee The Ad Council proudly unveiled its newly formed Trade Association Advisory Committee. The new committee is comprised of executives from trade associations representing every sector of the media ecosystem. Tue, 14 May 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-launches-trade-association-advisory-committee https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-and-feeding-america-launch-augmented-reality-experience New immersive digital activation highlights the impact of food on people’s lives as 44 million people in the United States live in food insecure households Fri, 10 May 2024 13:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-and-feeding-america-launch-augmented-reality-experience https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/rab-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-model-to-offer-advertisers-opportunity-to-integrate-with-social-good-campaigns First-of-its-kind program allows advertisers to sponsor PSAs in local, regional and national markets Tue, 07 May 2024 16:18:57 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/rab-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-model-to-offer-advertisers-opportunity-to-integrate-with-social-good-campaigns https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-launch-new-never-happens-campaign The Latest PSA​s​ Developed by Chemistry Spread Awareness About the Dangers of Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke and Remind Parents and Caregivers to Always “Stop. Look. Lock.” Wed, 01 May 2024 15:08:58 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-launch-new-never-happens-campaign https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-23-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors Kim Kelleher, Chief Commercial Officer of AMC Networks, Elevated to Secretary of the Nonprofit’s Board of Directors Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-23-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/former-dance-moms-star-nia-sioux-highlights-mental-health-with-seize-the-awkward Kenzie Ziegler, GAYLE among stars also featured in new digital content series for Mental Health Awareness Month Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:30:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/former-dance-moms-star-nia-sioux-highlights-mental-health-with-seize-the-awkward https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psa-campaign-from-the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-highlights-the-dangers-of-buzzed-driving The Ad Council and U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the launch of a new PSA campaign raising awareness about the dangers of buzzed driving, focused on reaching young men between the ages of 21 and 34. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:54:17 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psa-campaign-from-the-ad-council-and-nhtsa-highlights-the-dangers-of-buzzed-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/for-goodness-sakes-nhtsa-and-the-ad-council-release-new-creative-for-distracted-driving-prevention-month New creative assets from the Ad Council, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and For Goodness Sakes encourage drivers to keep their eyes forward and put down their cell phones Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:07:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/for-goodness-sakes-nhtsa-and-the-ad-council-release-new-creative-for-distracted-driving-prevention-month https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/stephen-a-smith-mental-health The Media Personality and New York Times Best-selling Author Teams Up with Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the Ad Council for the “Love, Your Mind” Campaign Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:30:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/stephen-a-smith-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/illinois-launches-new-pause-to-heal-firearm-restraining-order-education-campaign IDPH Joins Forces with Brady & the Ad Council to Promote Life-Saving Tool to Prevent Suicides and Other Shootings by People in Distress; First Phase of Expansive New Gun Safety Effort Tue, 02 Apr 2024 18:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/illinois-launches-new-pause-to-heal-firearm-restraining-order-education-campaign https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/sesame-workshop-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psa-to-support-mental-health New PSA features Elmo and friends showing how humming can help support people’s emotional well-being as part of a series of activities for the ‘Love, Your Mind’ campaign. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/sesame-workshop-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psa-to-support-mental-health https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-coalition-of-health-systems-and-hospitals-tackle-americas-most-urgent-public-health-crisis-gun-violence Health care CEOs pledge $10 million toward nationwide public awareness and education campaign aimed at reducing firearm deaths, injuries and impact of gun violence on youth in America Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:15:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-coalition-of-health-systems-and-hospitals-tackle-americas-most-urgent-public-health-crisis-gun-violence https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/smokey-bear-celebrates-80th-birthday-with-new-psa-honoring-his-legacy-of-wildfire-prevention America’s longest-running PSA campaign marks historic milestone with new work voiced by Brian Tyree Henry Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/smokey-bear-celebrates-80th-birthday-with-new-psa-honoring-his-legacy-of-wildfire-prevention https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-love-has-no-labels-campaign-and-wwe-celebrate-heritage-months As part of this broader partnership, “Love Has No Labels” will be WWE’s first official heritage month partner, developing new work through the iconic campaign to promote the acceptance and inclusion of all people across race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and disability. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-love-has-no-labels-campaign-and-wwe-celebrate-heritage-months https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-launches-emerging-media-technology-committee Industry Leaders Come Together and Harness the Power of AI, Immersive Experiences and Web3 for Positive Change Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-council-launches-emerging-media-technology-committee https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-councils-69th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-celebrates-extraordinary-progress-of-social-impact-efforts Honoring JPMorgan Chase’s Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon and hosted by actress and comedian Cecily Strong, the event raised a record-breaking $8.2 million for the nonprofit’s national social impact campaigns Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:02:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-councils-69th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-celebrates-extraordinary-progress-of-social-impact-efforts https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/corrina-greenberg-named-chief-revenue-and-development-officer-at-the-ad-council The Ad Council announced today that Corrina Greenberg has joined the organization as Chief Revenue and Development Officer. She succeeds Barbara Leshinsky, who will be retiring in December after leading the Development team for 19 years. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/corrina-greenberg-named-chief-revenue-and-development-officer-at-the-ad-council https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/femas-ready-campaign-celebrates-its-20th-year-launches-new-ad-campaign-with-the-ad-council As part of the FEMA Ready campaign’s goal of empowering all people to take steps to become disaster resilient, FEMA and the Ad Council launched new PSAs today developed specifically for older adults. In the campaign’s 20th year, the new “Take Control” PSAs empower older adults and their caregivers to take three simple steps to prepare for an emergency. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/femas-ready-campaign-celebrates-its-20th-year-launches-new-ad-campaign-with-the-ad-council https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/nhtsa-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psas-highlighting-the-true-danger-of-distracted-driving New PSAs from Ad Council, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and Organic encourage drivers to keep their eyes forward, and to not drive distracted Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:44:56 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/nhtsa-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psas-highlighting-the-true-danger-of-distracted-driving https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/more-than-one-in-three-americans-are-at-increased-risk-for-type-2-diabetes This World Diabetes Day, new national PSAs encourage risk awareness and healthy lifestyle changes to help reverse prediabetes Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:35:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/more-than-one-in-three-americans-are-at-increased-risk-for-type-2-diabetes https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/aarp-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psa-campaign-this-is-pretirement New campaign encourages people to plan for their financial future Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:30:17 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/aarp-and-the-ad-council-launch-new-psa-campaign-this-is-pretirement https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/among-those-at-higher-risk-for-suicide-study-finds-key-factors-that-drive-988-lifeline-usage-someone-to-talk-to-24-7-and-free-access New research and toolkit provide critical insights aimed at increasing usage and access among populations at higher risk for or disproportionately impacted by suicide Wed, 08 Nov 2023 15:06:32 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/among-those-at-higher-risk-for-suicide-study-finds-key-factors-that-drive-988-lifeline-usage-someone-to-talk-to-24-7-and-free-access https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/feeding-america-ad-council-release-new-public-service-announcement-featuring-scarlett-johansson Feeding America and the Ad Council announced the launch of a new public service announcement designed to raise awareness about hunger in the United States. The PSA features Feeding America Entertainment Council member, actress, and activist Scarlett Johansson, who volunteered her time and talent, calling upon people to help families facing hunger in America by supporting the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/feeding-america-ad-council-release-new-public-service-announcement-featuring-scarlett-johansson https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/substance-use-disorder-campaign-launched-by-ad-council-cdc-national-council-for-mental-wellbeing-and-shatterproof New Campaign Showcases the Role of Hope in Individuals Who Have Gone Through their Own Paths to Recovery and Highlights Resources and Access to Critical Harm Reduction and Treatment Support Options Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/substance-use-disorder-campaign-launched-by-ad-council-cdc-national-council-for-mental-wellbeing-and-shatterproof https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-18-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors-october-2023 Rita Ferro and Kirk McDonald elevated to Vice Chairs of the nonprofit's Board of Directors Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-appoints-18-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors-october-2023 https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/real-adoptive-parents-and-teens-choose-each-other-in-new-heartwarming-psas For almost 20 years, this inspiring campaign has contributed to the more than 900,000 children and youth that have been adopted from the U.S. foster care system. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/real-adoptive-parents-and-teens-choose-each-other-in-new-heartwarming-psas https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/megan-thee-stallion-says-check-in-on-your-friends-in-new-psa-with-seize-the-awkward Grammy Award-Winning Artist & Philanthropist Joins the National Campaign Encouraging Young Adults to Reach Out to Each Other Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:32:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/megan-thee-stallion-says-check-in-on-your-friends-in-new-psa-with-seize-the-awkward https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/allen-media-group-honored-with-2023-catalyst-award-for-support-of-project-roadblock Allen Media Group (AMG) received the 2023 Catalyst Award for their outstanding support of Ad Council public service campaigns over the past year, particularly their dedication to the anti-buzzed driving campaign, Project Roadblock. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/allen-media-group-honored-with-2023-catalyst-award-for-support-of-project-roadblock https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-smokey-bear-psas-encourage-americans-to-channel-the-smokey-within-prevent-wildfires The Ad Council, National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service are releasing new PSAs today as part of the iconic Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:34:28 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-smokey-bear-psas-encourage-americans-to-channel-the-smokey-within-prevent-wildfires https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psas-from-va-and-the-ad-council-strive-to-reduce-veteran-suicide Academy Award–Winning Director Kathryn Bigelow Helms Latest “Don’t Wait. Reach Out.” PSA Encouraging Veterans to Ask for Help Before They’re in Crisis Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:05:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-psas-from-va-and-the-ad-council-strive-to-reduce-veteran-suicide https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/campaign-encourages-hispanic-communities-to-recognize-normal-aging-and-early-signs-of-alzheimers-disease New PSAs from Ad Council, Alzheimer’s Association, and Lopez Negrete Communications highlight the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s that can be mistaken for normal aging Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:34:08 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/campaign-encourages-hispanic-communities-to-recognize-normal-aging-and-early-signs-of-alzheimers-disease https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-study-reveals-current-knowledge-attitudes-toward-erpos-provides-playbook The report from the Ad Council Research Institute and The Joyce Foundation comes at a time when 21 states and Washington, DC have extreme risk protection orders in place Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:15:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/new-study-reveals-current-knowledge-attitudes-toward-erpos-provides-playbook https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/safe-stories-national-psa-campaign-responds-to-growing-gun-suicide-epidemic Brady and the Ad Council partner with Dentsu for latest in award-winning End Family Fire campaign to promote safe gun storage. Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:17:50 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/safe-stories-national-psa-campaign-responds-to-growing-gun-suicide-epidemic https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-councils-69th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-to-honor-jamie-dimon The Ad Council has announced that its 69th Public Service Award Dinner will honor Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase. Hosted on November 30, 2023, this event will be held at the Glasshouse in New York City. Thu, 13 Jul 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/ad-councils-69th-annual-public-service-award-dinner-to-honor-jamie-dimon https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-verizons-diego-scotti-as-board-chair Diego Scotti, CMO of Verizon, has been named Chair of the Ad Council’s Board of Directors. He succeeds Jacki Kelley, EVP, Chief Client Officer and Chief Business Officer, IPG. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-announces-verizons-diego-scotti-as-board-chair https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-launches-creators-for-good-ambassador-program-with-whalar The new program will tap influential creators to inform campaign strategy, platform messaging and overall execution of the Ad Council’s Creators for Good efforts Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:34:57 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/news-insights/press-releases/the-ad-council-launches-creators-for-good-ambassador-program-with-whalar https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/new-ad-council-and-feeding-america-psa-shows-whats-possible-in-a-world-without-food-insecurity New PSA celebrates the hopeful side of what is possible when people are nourished, encouraging audiences to join the movement to end hunger Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www.adcouncil.org/learn-with-us/press-releases/new-ad-council-and-feeding-america-psa-shows-whats-possible-in-a-world-without-food-insecurity