Using humor as a means to connect, brands make light of philanthropic causes
Implications - While the mood with regard to charity is usually quite sombre, a number of brands are disrupting the philanthropic community with campaigns that spoof the very causes being marketed. Lightening the mood with humor, the campaigns take an infantile approach to activism to garner the attention of younger audiences and help transform charitable endeavours into a form of entertainment for enhanced interaction.
Trend Themes
1. Humor Activism - By using humor as a way to spoof current social initiatives, brands can create engaging content that allows viewers to feel passionate, yet approachable causes.
2. Playful Minimalism - By embracing minimalism, campaigns and products can cut through the noise and easily connect with audiences through the use of playful and vibrant designs or illustrations.
3. Charitable Cheesiness - By using cheesy but memorable slogans, brands will be able to create campaigns that are eye-catching and can set them apart from their competition while raising awareness about their cause.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Incorporating humor into campaign messaging can lead to positive brand sentiment among audiences.
2. Pet Industry - By raising awareness through fun and humorous campaigns, animal adoption rates may increase and pet organizations can garner more support.
3. Non-profit - Charitable organizations can benefit from campaigns that leverage humor in raising awareness. When an audience is entertained, they are more likely to share and contribute to the cause.
5 Featured, 44 Examples:
407,433 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Mar 13 — Feb 14
Trending:
Warm
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