We help mission-driven organizations and causes make the world a better place.

Public Relations With Purpose

Scott Circle Communications empowers nonprofits, associations, foundations, think tanks, and corporations to raise awareness and advocate for issues that matter.

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We deliver a full range of strategic communications services customized to increase our clients’ visibility with key audiences in measurable ways.

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Our Work

Our clients view us as part of their team because we share their values, and they trust us because we listen and give honest counsel. When clients invest in public relations, they expect results—and Scott Circle Communications delivers.

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Our Clients

"Scott Circle Communications were true partners on a time-sensitive matter. They excelled at listening, which led to understanding and built trust. By taking the time up front to learn about our priorities and concerns, Scott Circle Communications developed strategies that helped us reach our goals. In a rapidly-changing situation on the Hill, they were remarkably flexible and responsive. The Scott Circle Communications team understands the unique challenges nonprofits face and delivers results. Most importantly for anyone reading this, I would hire them again.”

—Tim Delaney, President + CEO of National Council of Nonprofits
"Scott Circle Communications is a top notch PR firm that created and implemented a communications strategy for Filmfest DC, the longest running film festival in the nation’s capital. They were true partners and helped us meet our goals of growing our audience and ticket sales year after year.”

—Tony Gittens, Director of Washington DC International Film Festival
"Scott Circle Communications has worked with NOW for over a decade and continues to brilliantly show why they are a trusted partner. They know our issues and are committed to our core values. Scott Circle Communications helps us with a wide spectrum of services ranging from thought leadership, to media relations, to content development and so much more. They aid in advising on communications strategies and securing coverage in national media outlets. Scott Circle Communications understands everything we aim to do with NOW and devote time, passion and energy into the work they do for us."

—Christian F. Nunes, President of the National Organization for Women (NOW)
"The team at Scott Circle Communications was incredibly effective in positioning me as an expert on current events and trade-related issues. They constantly adapted their communications and media outreach strategy and quickly developed timely messaging, leveraging opportunities within the breaking news cycle. From securing interviews with national outlets like Wall Street Journal and Marketplace to placing op-eds in The Hill, they ensured that my voice was a part of a crowded conversation by elevating me as a thought leader whom media could call upon for valuable insight on a complex issue."

—Ambassador C. Donald Johnson, author of The Wealth of a Nation: A History of Trade Politics in America
"When we announced the launch of four regional apprenticeship hubs for service members transitioning into post-military careers, the media relations experts at Scott Circle Communications helped us successfully accomplish our mission. With a quick lead time, SCC turned our value proposition into compelling pitches and secured us placements in local and national markets. Within weeks, Transition Overwatch garnered coverage in print, online, radio, and TV outlets like NBC Radio and the Associated Press. SCC’s targeted media strategy increased our visibility with transitioning service members and businesses, leading to new inquiries with potential employers and positioning me as a resource. I highly recommend SCC as a public relations partner and look forward to working with them again in the future."

—Sean Ofeldt, President, Transition Overwatch
"When my organization was working on a project that had the potential to receive a lot of media attention, I reached out to the smart, creative, and passionate team at Scott Circle Communications. They proactively secured every major national media outlet for press coverage, and their social media campaign generated trending buzz with thought leaders and influencers. They helped bring more attention to our organization, bring more visitors to our website, and encourage more people to donate money to help our cause."

—Peggy Cusack, Chief Operating Officer, Nonhuman Rights Project
"Scott Circle Communications understood the trajectory of our long-term communications goals and partnered with us to create messaging, brief our spokespeople, and implement a multi-year plan to position the physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) medical specialty in the media. Through innovative strategies like virtual reporter roundtables and by leveraging their extensive media relationships, SCC helped establish AAPM&R as a go-to resource for reporters at trade and national outlets like The New York Times, The Washington Post, POLITICO, and NBC News. Consistent, top-tier media placements strengthened AAPM&R’s position and supported AAPM&R’s goals around conveying the value of PM&R early and throughout the continuum of healthcare, and other important issues for our members."

—Tracy Sereiko, CEO, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
"Bicycle Transit Systems found a kindred spirit in Scott Circle Communications when we engaged them to support our strategically timed announcement of a major acquisition. From day one, the SCC team listened and quickly understood our values and brand voice, translating that insight into clear, effective messaging. They seamlessly developed all internal and external communications materials, from employee emails to customer updates, website copy, and social media content, and targeted local and national media outreach. With a tight timeframe and shifting deadlines, SCC helped us stay organized. What really stood out was SCC’s ability to anticipate potential challenges and offer solutions before they became issues. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner to support such an important milestone for our company."

Alison Cohen, Chair + Founder, Bicycle Transit Systems
"Scott Circle Communications played a valuable role in supporting the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s brand and enhancing our presence in the industry. By leading the initial effort to create case studies that highlight employer investments in pharmacy technicians, SCC helped to show how these efforts can improve both patient safety and business outcomes for pharmacies. They were instrumental in developing key messaging for our organization, which has enabled us to connect with our audience more effectively."

Jill Spivey, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

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The Purpose PRogram

Our no-cost professional development course trains DC-area nonprofits on how to grow their in-house communications skills and reach their goals for making our community a better place.