Forge 54 Requests Nonprofit Applicants for Annual Marketing Services Donation Event

Santa Ana, CA, April 5, 2016 (Newswire.com) - ​​​Forge 54 today invited nonprofit organizations across Orange County to submit applications to participate in Forge 54’s annual pro bono marketing weekend, an event that pairs young creative marketing talent with a nonprofit who needs updated branding and/or promotion services.

Forge 54 recognizes that nonprofit agencies typically have little to no funding set aside to carry out marketing efforts and so, the Forge 54 team provides assets such as redesigned websites, revised company logos, mobile applications, public relations and social media strategies, original brand videos and more.

"Being chosen by Forge 54 in 2015 was a tremendous boost to our confidence at Wells of Life. Like so many small charities we struggled with a myriad of issues including branding, marketing and crafting our message in a concise way."

Nick Jordan, Wells of Life founder and CEO

Previous recipients of Forge 54’s volunteer efforts include the OC Food Bank in 2013 and Playworks SoCal in 2014. Last year’s selected nonprofit, Wells of Life, received an estimated $574, 725 worth of donated services created by ninety-seven Forge 54 volunteers.

“Over the past three years, Forgers have donated over $1 million worth of pro bono marketing and advertising services to nonprofits in need,” said Forge 54 founder and co-executive director Torrey Tayenaka. “We’re looking to make 2016 the biggest year yet.”

The marketing overhaul that Forge 54 provides for one nonprofit annually will take place on October 14-16 in an impressive 54-hour creative marathon. Forge 54’s ideal candidate is a nonprofit organization that is ready to embrace cutting-edge marketing ideas and innovative promotion strategies.

Through the work done at yearly marketing weekends, Forge 54 intends to foster an opportunity for young professionals to use their skills as a platform for change. When large monetary philanthropy efforts are out of reach, Forge 54 provides an opportunity for young volunteers to donate their time and talent for the good of a local nonprofit.

“Being chosen by Forge 54 in 2015 was a tremendous boost to our confidence at Wells of Life. Like so many small charities we struggled with a myriad of issues including branding, marketing and crafting our message in a concise way,” said Wells of Life founder and CEO Nick Jordan. “This team invested their valuable time and gave every ounce of effort needed to make sure that we received their very best efforts.”

Interested Orange County nonprofits of every kind are encouraged to apply via a short online application. Those that have applied in the past are welcome to apply again. Applications for Forge 54’s 2016 marketing weekend are available at Forge54.com and will remain open until May 2.

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About Forge 54

Forge 54 brings together a community of passionate creative marketing individuals to serve nonprofit organizations through skilled-giving. Using their expertise, volunteers collaborate and teach each other new skills while supporting nonprofits-in-need. For more information on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, or visit Forge54.com.