Last night, Baltimore’s creative community gathered at the Engineers Club for the annual American Advertising Awards — better known around town as the ADDYs. It’s the industry’s biggest competition and a yearly excuse to swap laptops for going-out tops and celebrate the work with the broader creative community.
We’re excited to share that several pieces of Mission’s work were recognized at the 2026 Baltimore ADDY Awards—including a Judges’ Choice distinction and multiple Gold ADDYs.
Not bad for a Thursday.
The Work That Took Home the Hardware
The evening’s standout moment for us was receiving a Judges’ Choice Award for “It Takes Patients,” a video created as part of the Care Flows Both Ways campaign for the Mid-Atlantic Patient Safety Center. Judges’ Choice is exactly what it sounds like: each judge selects one piece from the entire competition that stood out to them personally. So, yes, we were pretty pumped.
The spot also earned a Gold ADDY in the Public Service online video category.
The campaign centers on a simple but powerful idea: safer healthcare happens when patients and providers work together. The video highlights the shared responsibility behind better care—reminding viewers that trust, communication, and empathy are just as critical as procedures and protocols.
We also received a Gold ADDY for the Maryland Science Center logo, part of a broader rebrand helping position the beloved Baltimore institution for its next chapter. The refreshed identity aims to capture the spirit of curiosity and discovery that’s been inspiring visitors for decades—while making sure the brand feels just as relevant to the next generation of future science enthusiasts.
Another Gold ADDY recognized our Nike Field Hockey social campaign. Because while field hockey may not always dominate American sports headlines, it’s a global powerhouse—especially in Europe. The assets centered around Nike-sponsored athletes, including Olympic competitors and medalists from the Paris Games. The result: a social-first campaign built around action photography, athlete interviews, and personality-driven storytelling designed to energize the sport’s passionate global community.
And finally, we received a Gold ADDY for Ignite the Zine, Mission’s own creative publication. Equal parts experiment and cultural artifact, the zine is our way of exploring ideas, celebrating creativity, and reminding ourselves that some of the best work comes out when we get some room to play around a little.
Why Recognition Like This Matters
Awards are always nice. But what makes the ADDYs meaningful is that the work is judged by fellow creatives—people who understand the thinking, collaboration, and craft behind every finished piece.
As Todd put it:
“These awards reflect the strategy and creativity our team brings to every project. From helping reimagine iconic Baltimore institutions to telling powerful stories in healthcare, we’re proud of the work we’ve created with our clients and collaborators.”
Todd Harvey, Creative Director & Co-Founder
That last part is the most important one. None of this work happens in a vacuum. Great ideas only become great work when clients trust the process and partners bring their best thinking to the table.
A Nice Moment in a Milestone Year
The recognition also lands during a meaningful moment for us as Mission celebrates 25 (now +) years of building brands, campaigns, and experiences alongside organizations doing important work.
Looking back over those years, the common thread has always been partnership—with clients across healthcare, education, and cultural sectors who are trying to make a real impact.
Just like Todd always says:
“Great work happens when passionate teams and strong client partnerships come together.”
Todd Harvey, Creative Director & Co-Founder
The trophies are nice. But the work—and all the people behind it—are what we’re really celebrating.
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