The Central Pennsylvania chapter of the Public Relations Society of America presented two Keystone Awards to HDC MidAtlantic at a luncheon Tuesday in Harrisburg. The awards are presented annually in recognition of outstanding work in public relations, including categories such as media relations, special events and newsletters.
HDC received awards in the nonprofit special events with budgets of more than $25,000 for its 40th anniversary banquet and for its external quarterly newsletter. Jeff McCloud, marketing and public relations manager, accepted the awards on behalf of HDC.
Held on May 10, the company’s banquet was a resounding success with more than 370 people attending and raising more than $100,000, above and beyond the goal of $85,000. Judges said HDC had “great use of existing relationships” and “great use of interal experts and creative materials” that helped exceed the fundraising goal and develop a memorable program.
In the newsletter category, HDC submitted two consecutive editions of On the Home Front, its quarterly newsletter distributed to stakeholders and employees. Judges said the On the Home Front, HDC’s quarterly publication, is “well thought out and executed” and “a strong, well-constructed piece.” If you’re interested in receiving the newsletter, please call Jeff McCloud at 717-509-8028 or email jmccloud(at)hdcweb(dot)com.
