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4 Birmingham nonprofits to get free marketing makeover from BUZZ TV show
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Big news! According to a press release from Buzz4Good, four Birmingham nonprofits have been chosen to be featured on the television show BUZZ and receive a pro bono marketing makeover.
About BUZZ
BUZZ, launched in 2020, is a public television show based in Virginia also available on YouTube.
The show features the work of nonprofits in our communities and marketing pros who donate their time and talent to help the organizations boost their marketing and attract more donors, volunteers and clients to their cause.
According to a press release, Martin Advertising and Swell Fundraising provide the pro bono marketing “buzz” in the shows.
One of the coolest things about BUZZ is that its creator and host is Birmingham native Michael Hemphill.
According to the press release, Hemphill worked with a team from his alma mater, Birmingham-Southern College, to produce the shows. Funding for the production comes in part from the Mike and Gillian Goodrich Foundation.
“From arts and culture, homelessness, literacy, outdoors recreation, suicide prevention, intellectual disabilities, even college athletics, nonprofits make our communities stronger and richer.
I’m thrilled to be back home and feature the mission of these four incredible nonprofits and provide them with more buzz.”
Michael Hemphill, creator + host, BUZZ
Which local nonprofits will be featured on BUZZ?
Here’s the list:
- Children of Slain Police Officers—provides college scholarships to children whose parents were killed in the line of duty while serving in the Birmingham Police Department.
- Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank—distributes 150,000+ free diapers and other essential products each month to 3,300 low-income families in Central Alabama.
- Studio By The Tracks—a studio and gallery for artists with autism, providing a social network and career path that enriches artists’ lives and betters the community.
- Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama—a community development and advocacy organization that champions economic equality, civic engagement and social justice for Latino families.
How to watch
1. Attend the watch party at Sidewalk Cinema
On Saturday, December 2 at 10AM, Hemphill will host a sneak peek “Brunch with BUZZ” watch party at Sidewalk Cinema.
During the event, you can
- Get a sneak peek of the four episodes starring Birmingham nonprofits.
- Meet + greet the nonprofits to learn more about their missions.
- Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, Bloody Mary’s, mimosas + coffee.
2. Watch episodes on demand
3. Watch on Alabama Public Television
Episodes will begin airing on Friday, December 15 on Alabama Public Television.
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