CreateAthon 2025: 19 Years of Creating for Good

It's the greatest time of year, and it's here. Our annual CreateAthon will be happening October 23–24!

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For those new to it, CreateAthon is an annual marathon of creativity, where we rally as designers, writers, strategists, makers, dreamers, and humans to donate our time in support of inspiring nonprofit organizations. In just 24 hours, teams work side-by-side to bring bold ideas to life—everything from fresh branding to campaigns that help nonprofits amplify their impact.

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This year, we’re excited to be hosted overnight by our friends and partners at Gear Seven, who are opening their doors (and studio space) to keep the creative energy flowing for the third year in a row.

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After an inspiring application and review process, we’re thrilled to reveal our 2025 partners.

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2025 Nonprofit Partners

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‍Buchanan Arts

• Buchanan Arts believes every city thrives when everyone has access to creative opportunities. Through classes, workshops, after-school programs, and community initiatives, they provide meaningful visual arts experiences that inspire connection and growth across Nashville.
• We’ll be supporting Buchanan Arts by increasing community awareness, optimizing their website, conducting market research, and developing outreach strategies to grow enrollment, expand scholarships, and welcome more neighbors. 

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Small World Yoga

• Small World Yoga aims to build connection and community by making yoga accessible to all. Through mindful movement and meditation, they offer tools to support healing, personal growth, and self-awareness. By opening access to yoga, they empower individuals and help create stronger, more connected communities.
• We will work to bring SWY’s mission to life through brand strategy, a storytelling video, social and website content, and donor outreach materials to increase awareness and support.

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Cumberland River Compact

• The Cumberland River Compact is dedicated to improving the health and enjoyment of the Cumberland River and its tributaries through education, collaborative action, and community engagement. By addressing the sources of water pollution they empower individuals and communities to take meaningful steps in caring for their land and waterways, fostering a stronger connection to the natural environment.
• For the Compact, we'll work to produce a storytelling video, grow their supporter database, and develop a campaign strategy to engage tourists and highlighting the impact of donations.

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Stay tuned and follow along on socials to see it all come to life (the midday wonderful and the midnight weird). Curious what else we’ve created throughout years of CreateAthon? Check it out here.

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Learn more about CreateAthon in this 1-min vid...‍

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