National Council of Nonprofits Partners With PR Newswire

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2009 — PR Newswire and the National Council of Nonprofits today announced an alliance to provide the Council's more than 20,000 state and regional nonprofit association members across the U.S. with special pricing incentives on PR Newswire's world-class communications and marketing services.

Under the agreement, National Council members receive preferred pricing on PR Newswire services which include news distribution, media targeting, news monitoring, expert source services and a full suite of multimedia and broadcast production and distribution services including assignment photography, video/audio production, webcasting, satellite media tours, public service announcements and more.

"PR Newswire has a long-standing commitment to serving the unique needs of nonprofit, association and other public interest organizations," said Brian Taylor, vice president, PR Newswire Public Interest Services. "The nonprofit community does tremendous work that makes a difference in the lives of millions around the globe, and we are delighted to provide tools and resources to Council members to help them connect and engage their target audiences in an efficient and cost-effective manner to help build their brands, generate awareness, community involvement and drive fundraising efforts."

"Our organization is continuously looking to provide innovative and valuable benefits to our members and member institutions to help them realize maximum value from their affiliation with the Council," said Rick Cohen, membership and technology specialist, National Council of Nonprofits. "Our partnership with PR Newswire provides a great resource for our members to help them gain more exposure for their programs and activities, which will in turn help generate increased understanding and support among important constituencies."

About the National Council of Nonprofits
The National Council of Nonprofits is the network of state and regional nonprofit associations serving more than 20,000 member organizations. By linking local nonprofit organizations across the nation through state associations, the National Council helps small and midsize nonprofits manage and lead more effectively, collaborate and exchange solutions, engage in critical policy issues affecting the sector, and achieve greater impact in their communities.