Spong was honored with a PRWeek Award in New York City on March 17 for its work with H&R Block. The effort was recognized as Cause Related Campaign of the Year, and also received an Honorable Mention for Community Relations Campaign of the Year. Spong was a leader among the midsize agencies at the show, with a total of five finalists representing four different clients at this year’s ceremony.

The PRWeek Awards, now in their 17th year, are considered to be one of the communications industry’s highest accolades. They recognize the best campaigns, agencies and individuals in 35 categories.

“We are thrilled to see this one-of-a-kind campaign get rewarded, as well as to have been nominated for categories in a wide range of industries and practice areas,” says Julie Batliner, president of Spong. “Being recognized by PRWeek speaks to the high-level work that our clients and staff continue to produce.”

Spong received the following PRWeek award:
Cause-Related Campaign of the Year:
H&R Block Budget Challenge Earns Major Dividends
Spong with H&R Block

Spong received an honorable mention for the following PRWeek award:
Community Relations Campaign of the Year:
H&R Block Budget Challenge Earns Major Dividends
Spong with H&R Block