FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRNEWS Announces Winners of the 2026 Purpose & Impact Awards
Honoring the Changemakers Using Communications to Drive Meaningful Progress
NEW YORK, NY — March 6, 2026 — PRNEWS today announced the winners of the PRNEWS Purpose & Impact Awards, recognizing the organizations, teams and communicators redefining public relations through purpose-driven leadership and measurable social impact.
As expectations of brands and institutions continue to rise, today’s leading communicators are doing more than managing reputation—they are advancing equity, championing sustainability, strengthening workplace culture and building trust with stakeholders. The Purpose & Impact Awards celebrate excellence across six purpose-driven tracks, spotlighting communications that lead with values and deliver meaningful change.
This year’s winners represent the very best in cause-based and values-driven PR, demonstrating how strategic communications can inspire action, influence behavior and create lasting impact across industries and communities.
2026 Winners Include:
· Aflac
· American Diabetes Association
· Bospar
· D&A Communications
· Money Management International
· MSL
· National Parks Conservation Association
· Rational 360
· Remington Park
· Reputation Partners
· The 6AM Agency
· The Bliss Group
· The Hoffman Agency
· Weber Shandwick
· And more!
View the full list of winners.
“The Purpose & Impact Awards were created to recognize the vital role communications plays in driving positive change,” said Kaylee Hultgren, Content Director at PRNEWS. “These winners exemplify how values-led strategy, thoughtful storytelling and measurable action can build trust and move organizations—and society—forward.”
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Media Contact:
Mary-Lou French
Awards Manager, PRNEWS
mfrench@accessintel.com