The RSA’s ability to collect through the annual poppy appeal over the last two years had been severely hampered by the impact of COVID-19. 2022 was an opportunity to reinvigorate their appeal.

This campaign focuses on introducing the donating public to younger veterans and highlighting the types of support they require.

The ‘Every Veteran’ campaign features five veterans, diverse in age, gender, and ethnicity.

The messaging is simple, direct and honest, highlighting the change in the profile of veterans with a strong call to action and includes the universally recognisable symbol - the poppy. This creative was applied consistently across all paid media channels including print, radio, television, outdoor and digital. The campaign was supported by a programme of social media posts and Media/PR activity, including providing support materials to over 180 RSA's around Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Charitable giving is a competitive market - now more than ever. New Zealanders donate to the RSA out of habit, connection, patriotism, and remembrance. Previous campaigns have been transactional, and the RSA wanted donors to have more of a connection to the cause. By actively telling the story of the next generation of veterans - to the next generation of donors, we delivered a successful campaign that has provided a springboard for future activities.