Be Anything But Boring: Making Your Lobby Day Stand Out

We've organized a lot of advocacy events over the years -- read about our top Do's and Don'ts when planning your own.

DCS TeamSeptember 25, 2024Lobbyist, Lobbying, Advocacy, Grassroots Advocacy, Digital Advocacy Day, Pennsylvania Legislature, Pennsylvania

Our Legislators Need to Hear from You, Now More Than Ever

November 7 marked a hugely consequential Election Day. But Election Day is just that – one day. There are 364 other days in the year where you can have an impact on our elected officials. Let’s look at how.

DCS TeamNovember 9, 2023Advocacy, Lobbyist, Lobbying, Government Relations, Letter writing campaign, Social Media

Three Days in the Capitol, Three Big Wins for Our Clients

We spent three back-to-back days in the PA Capitol with three different clients — and all three came home with a big win.

DCS TeamOctober 25, 2023Advocacy, Grassroots Advocacy, Lobbyist, Government Relations, Mid-Atlantic Mothers' Milk Bank, Ballot PA, Students, PCNP

This is When Pittsburgh Philanthropy Is at its Best

At times of crisis like the one we are now in, the Pittsburgh philanthropic community is at its very best. Why? Because during an emergency, foundations make a critical (and fundamental) adjustment: they place charity above strategic philanthropy.

Food for ThoughtJohn DennyApril 6, 2020Pennsylvania, Public Policy, Advocacy, Government Relations, Lobbyist, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Pittsburgh, Coalitions, Legislation Drafting, Communications, Consultants, Pittsburgh community, philanthropy, John Denny

Digital Advocacy is the "New Normal"

Across the country, we’re experiencing drastic changes in our everyday lives. With offices and businesses moving their operations online almost overnight, digital advocacy has never been more important.

Food for ThoughtCassie RusnakApril 1, 2020Pennsylvania, Public Policy, Advocacy, Government Relations, Lobbyist, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Pittsburgh, Coalitions, Legislation Drafting, Communications, Consultants, digital advocacy

The Biggest Challenge for a New Foundation? Measuring Impact.

Getting a foundation off the ground is never an easy task. But measuring the impact of a fledgling organization is often the hardest task of all.

Tricks and Treats for your Fall Social Media Strategy

Digital and social media trends are changing constantly, and it can feel overwhelming keeping up with all the latest and greatest tools each year. Here are some simple tricks that are worth learning!

Leaves Falling and Town Hall-ing: Busy 3rd Quarter Shaping Up for DCS & Clients

We like to think our team here at Denny Civic Solutions is no slouch when it comes to keeping busy. But if anyone puts our work ethic to shame, it’s our clients.

Events and Updates, DCS NewsDCS TeamAugust 29, 2019Family Care Act, paid family leave, DCS Events, Pennsylvania, Public Policy, Advocacy, Government Relations, Lobbyist, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Pittsburgh, Coalitions, Legislation Drafting, Communications, Consultants

When Patience Is An Action – and When It’s Inaction

How do we balance patience and urgency, especially in the work we do for our clients?

Learning and Reflecting, Food for ThoughtJohn DennyAugust 28, 2019Pennsylvania, Public Policy, Advocacy, Government Relations, Lobbyist, Marketing, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Pittsburgh, Coalitions, Legislation Drafting, Communications, Consultants