Press Releases
Here you can find sample press releases, proclamations, and other news-related resources. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the PR Department at 1-800-CIVITAN, ext. 134, or via email at pr@civitan.org.
Sample Press Releases
These are useful for sending out to your local news media, to gain free publicity when your club has any major event.
Just download the document, enter in your information, and fax the press release to all your local news outlets! Be sure to send these in BEFORE any major event that you want covered, and include your contact information in the top right corner (telephone and email), in case they want to schedule an interview.
Club Service Project - perfect for when your club is organizing a local community service project
Fundraiser (generic) - generic press release for any fundraiser your club is organizing
Fundraiser for Civitan International Research Center - press release specifically created for fundraisers that benefit the Civitan International Research Center
New Club Officers - for sending out after club officer elections
New District Officers - for sending out after district officer elections
Club Anniversary - for when your club has a significant anniversary in the near future
Clergy Appreciation Week - to promote your club's upcoming Clergy Appreciation Week event
Candy Box - to get free publicity for your club's candy box program
Club Donation - for when your club will be making a significant donation to another charitable organization or entity
Sample Proclamations for Government Officials
Sample Proclamation (PDF)
Sample Proclamation (DOC)
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the PR Department at 1-800-CIVITAN, ext. 134, or via email at pr@civitan.org.