Project Breakdown

Greenlights Grant Initiative

The Project

Client

Client

Client

Forward Global / GGI

Location

Location

Location

Washington DC

Industry

Industry

Industry

Public Policy Advocacy

Animation Type

Animation Type

Animation Type

Character Animation

Tags

Tags

Tags

2D

Motion Design

Characters

About

About

About

To help schools across the country access critical federal funding, the Greenlights Grant Initiative needed an engaging, easy-to-understand video that clarified a complex process; applying for school safety and mental-health grants. The video combines clear storytelling, bold motion graphics, and authentic voiceover to explain how GGI empowers districts through awareness, toolkits, and support. By transforming a technical policy topic into a visually compelling narrative, the piece inspires educators and administrators to take action and positions the nonprofit as a trusted national resource for safer, better-funded schools.

Greenlights Grant Initiative logo animation featuring green traffic light and foundation tagline
Greenlights Grant Initiative logo animation featuring green traffic light and foundation tagline
Animated speaker presenting policy documents during Greenlights Grant Initiative explainer video
Animated speaker presenting policy documents during Greenlights Grant Initiative explainer video
Cartoon-style motion graphic showing Grant Writing 101 book exploding over US map with text banner
Cartoon-style motion graphic showing Grant Writing 101 book exploding over US map with text banner
Animated presenter outlining mental health, security systems, and common sense safety measures
Animated presenter outlining mental health, security systems, and common sense safety measures
Educational animation with Greenlights Grant Initiative logo and map highlighting Dollars to the Districts
Educational animation with Greenlights Grant Initiative logo and map highlighting Dollars to the Districts
Animated speaker standing in front of a school building representing community grant support
Animated speaker standing in front of a school building representing community grant support

The Creative Challenges

Communicating a complex federal grant process in a clear, engaging way for diverse audiences

Turning policy-driven information into a compelling story that motivates action

Creating a unified message and visual identity that builds trust with educators and partners nationwide

Increasing awareness and understanding of available funding opportunities across different school districts

Developing a high-impact video asset that aligns with the organization’s mission and can be shared across web, social, and partner channels

Greenlights Grant Initiative logo animation featuring green traffic light and foundation tagline
Greenlights Grant Initiative logo animation featuring green traffic light and foundation tagline
Animated speaker presenting policy documents during Greenlights Grant Initiative explainer video
Animated speaker presenting policy documents during Greenlights Grant Initiative explainer video
Cartoon-style motion graphic showing Grant Writing 101 book exploding over US map with text banner
Cartoon-style motion graphic showing Grant Writing 101 book exploding over US map with text banner
Animated presenter outlining mental health, security systems, and common sense safety measures
Animated presenter outlining mental health, security systems, and common sense safety measures
Educational animation with Greenlights Grant Initiative logo and map highlighting Dollars to the Districts
Educational animation with Greenlights Grant Initiative logo and map highlighting Dollars to the Districts
Animated speaker standing in front of a school building representing community grant support
Animated speaker standing in front of a school building representing community grant support

Our Solutions

Crafted a clear narrative framework to make federal grant processes approachable and inspiring

Used motion graphics and animation to simplify complex policy information

Developed a cohesive visual and tonal style to reinforce trust and national credibility

Produced a shareable video asset optimized for web, social, and partner distribution

Balanced emotional storytelling with actionable guidance, motivating educators to take the next step

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