Communications & Media Guidelines

While your organization should be the focus of your communications, there may be instances where you would like to add a description of your funders. The following language should be used when referring to the Foundation:

Materials should list the Foundation’s full legal name:
William J. and Dorothy K. O’Neill Foundation

To describe the Foundation further, please use the following paragraph:

“The William J. and Dorothy K. O’Neill Foundation is a private family foundation that exists to engage all generations of O’Neill family members through philanthropy. The Foundation is committed to supporting effective nonprofits who work in partnership with their communities towards a shared vision of health, safety, and empowerment.”

Please link to our website, www.oneill-foundation.org, in your electronic communications.

Press Releases

If you plan to issue a press release that will mention the Foundation, please email Schear at [email protected] to ensure you have the most accurate and current information about the Foundation.

Social Media and Communications About Grantees

We use social media to promote our grantee partners’ work and share information.

Facebook: @oneillfoundation
Twitter: @oneillfdn

Help us showcase your milestones by tagging us on social media or emailing high-resolution photos (at least 300 dpi) and pertinent information along with the photo credit to Marlene Schear at [email protected]. For content not already posted to social media, please complete and attach this release form.

Downloading and Using Our Logo

Grantee partners are encouraged to use our logo in materials related to the grant-funded project. Download our logo in PNG or JPG formats.

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