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We provide communications support to mission-driven organizations.

At Lilypad Strategies, we believe every  organization has the power to tell great stories—but communicating your mission and impact effectively isn’t always easy. That’s where we come in.​​

Who we work with

We partner with organizations tackling some of today’s most pressing issues, from healthcare access and racial equity to responsible technology and economic opportunity. Our clients include:

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  • Nonprofits working to expand their impact and engage supporters.

  • Advocacy organizations rallying communities and driving policy change.

  • Mission-driven startups launching big ideas and building their brand.

  • Foundations and grantmakers showcasing the impact of their funding.

 

If you’re focused on creating positive change, we’re here to help you make it happen.

Meet our founder

With nearly two decades of of experience in senior communications roles—working with nonprofits, advocacy coalitions, and Fortune 10 companies—Erin founded Lilypad Strategies to help mission-driven organizations thrive.

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Her approach combines deep expertise with a commitment to empathy and collaboration, ensuring every client gets tailored solutions that align with their goals, values, and vision.

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As a proud small business owner, Erin is also passionate about supporting women- and minority-owned businesses in related fields. If that’s you, let’s connect—we’d love to explore ways to work together to achieve greater impact for our clients.

Erin Schmidt, founder of Lilypad Strategies

Erin Schmidt

Founder and CEO​

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