Local Public Relations Chapter offers free communications guidance and expertise – application window runs through November 7, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT:
Erin Guzzo
941-809-7401
media@cwcfpra.com
SARASOTA, FL – October 23, 2025 – The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) is back for its third season of the Mission Mavericks program. The initiative reflects the chapter’s ongoing commitment to giving back to the community through its signature pro-bono PR and communications program—designed to help 501(c)(3) organizations with limited or no dedicated communications staff.
Eligible organizations must be based in, or conduct significant activities within, Sarasota, Manatee, and/or DeSoto counties. To be considered, applicants should demonstrate a specific PR, communications, or marketing need. Selected nonprofits will receive professional guidance from seasoned communications experts who will provide strategic support, share resources, and offer best practices to enhance visibility.
Assistance may include press release templates, media outreach strategies, brand guidelines, content development, local media lists, training and e-newsletter setup—helping organizations strengthen their presence and connect with key audiences to further their mission.
Since its launch in 2023, Mission Mavericks has provided strategic communications support to several local nonprofits, including Children’s Guardian Fund, Service Dogs Saving Lives, and Take Stock in Children Manatee.
“As a nonprofit, we learned strategies for successful marketing, both in print, social media, and public speaking. Traci, Miranda, and Connor made a superb team that brought a multitude of talent and industry knowledge to our lifesaving efforts. We are deeply indebted to CWC-FPRA and Mission Mavericks for their vision and sharing their skills with us,” said Linda Johnson, Founder, Service Dogs Saving Lives
If your nonprofit is ready to elevate its communications strategy and soar to new heights, this is your chance to receive expert support—at no cost. Selected applicants will be notified in November. Project work will take place during one of two cycles: January–March 2026 or May–July 2026. Applications are due November 7, 2025.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take off with greater visibility and impact. Apply today at https://cwcfpra.com/mission-mavericks/.
About the Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA)
The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association is a network of public relations, marketing and communications professionals from Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties who come together for professional development and to build a network of peers. As an active part of the oldest statewide public relations organization in our country, CWC-FPRA takes pride in its 50-plus year history of presenting stimulating programs and advancing the professional growth of its members. The Florida Public Relations Association is dedicated to developing public relations practitioners who, through ethical and standardized practices, enhance the public relations profession in Florida. For more about CWC-FPRA, visit cwcfpra.com.