KJ Ward announced that the Coalition for Economic Survival (CES) has been awarded a mini-grant through his communications strategy practice, www.ecfstrategy.com. The award goes to community-based organizations that have done exceptional work in the area of social justice.

In awarding the grant to CES, Mr Ward stated, "The work that CES does both in direct client services, legislation and advocacy is so important. Your organization's successes over the decades speak volumes about your effectiveness. I would be honored to name CES as the recipient of my business's 2014 mini-grant."

One of the accommodations asked for in exchange for the grant was to receive one of our "cool" CES Messenger Bags, which Mr. Ward said he will carry proudly. Of course, CES was more than happy to grant his request.