Great environmental advocacy doesn’t announce itself.

Someone has to tell the people it happened.

Let’s amplify your impact.

Doing the work isn't the same as being heard.

Nonprofits pour resources into research, programs, and policy, and treat communications as an afterthought. 

The result: Donors don't see their impact. Communities miss programs built for them. Wins fade before anyone notices. The result?

Your research isn't reaching the people who could act on it.

Your good work deserves an audience.

Your donors can't see what their gift accomplished.

Your generous supporters should know how their gifts made an impact.

Your wins fade before they take hold.

Environmental advocacy is grueling — and you should be able to ride the wave of big and small successes.

Communications support built around action, not just deliverables.

We help teams turn complex ideas into stories, messaging, and campaigns that move people to act.

Campaign Development

From planning to execution, we build communications campaigns for social behavior change, public education, and advocacy that drive measurable change.

Contract Writing

Newsletters, press releases, op-eds, articles, blog posts, print materials — whatever your communications or program team needs. It will be grounded in your style guide and your goals, so it sounds like your organization and its leadership.

Scientific & Environmental Storytelling

What makes data stick? Not the numbers alone, but the narrative around them. Let's translate complex science and policy into stories that move people to act.

Donor Communications

Story-driven, heart-forward donor communications will demonstrate your organization’s impact, strengthen your relationships with audiences, and empower people to give. Deliverables include donor appeal letters, impact updates, event invitations, and acknowledgements.

Communications Strategy

Successful communications depend on successful systems for communications operations. Whether you're just getting started or have been working with the same strategy for years, we can create a system that works for communications teams and leadership alike.

Policy and Advocacy Support

Need a hand educating elected officials on a policy agenda? I'll work with you to advocate for compelling, world-changing policies to create systemic change. From power mapping to strategy to communications plans and testimony, I can help you build a successful campaign.

A scientist turned communicator.

With an educational background in biology and chemistry and a master naturalist in training, I bring an appreciation and understanding of the natural world to my communications.

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