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BAARC in the Media

From the San Francisco Chronicle, to a popular local ad industry blog, BAARC is getting some great media attention. Here are some of these stories . . .

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BAARC’s History

The Bay Area Advertising Relief Committee (BAARC) began in 1984 with one man named Wally Brazeal and three friends, Rob Skinner, Gerry Sher, and Whitney Harris, who came to Wally’s aid when he needed them most. Upon hearing news of Wally’s illness and his exorbitant medical expenses, those three friends decided it was time the ad industry took care of its own. And so they formed BAARC. Read more.

The BAARC Board of Directors

 

The BAARC Grants Committee caseworkers, who are all members of the board, are people whose drive, tenacity, and creativity have taken them to the top of their fields. The Board, comprised of professionals in advertising, media, marketing, and related industries, is composed of an executive committee, directors at large, and industry association liaisons plus Chair Emeritus and Director Emeritus members. Read more.

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BAARC Monthly Meetings

Our monthly meetings, held every first Thursday in San Francisco, are a great way for you to learn about BAARC, and get to know our team. Meetings are open to potential volunteers and contributors. Please drop us a note at info@baarc.com for times and locations.

Our Partner Organizations

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