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When all  doors seem to close, don’t worry we help you build your own!

The Ark 

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Business moves at a supersonic speed and in the blink of an eye, everything can change. Digital Marketing and Direct Advertising bridge the gap between business and consumer, as well as municipality and client. That’s the nature of today’s commerce. Tomorrow is already here and keeping up is no longer sufficient.

It's easy to verbally communicate your ideas but can you map them out? Through niche marketing, we assist organizations in transforming vague ideas into realities. What set us out from the rest? We care about Municipalities and the Average Joe. 


The Ark offers a variety of services for public and private entities. Additionally, we support our clients by providing; Member Discounts, Training Programs, as well as  Scholarships, Housing Vouchers and more.

Featured Grant Opportunity

$200

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Are you a victim of Domestic Violence in California in the past 6 months? The Ark is currently offering hotel vouchers up to $200 per night, maximum stay 7 nights!

Click the link below to Apply!

 

"Our time spent always exceeds our receipts because we are paid through purpose. "


 

The Who's, What's, When & Where

Agency History

The Ark is a Mutual Benefit Corporation with a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit certification  as an extension of our long-standing operations as a marketing firm. We provide event curation, digital marketing, social media optimization, fundraising, case management, and mobile crisis response services to municipalities, private-sector partners, transient populations, and individuals.

At the core of our nonprofit mission is the belief that, despite the increasing role of automation in today’s world, peer-to-peer interaction remains the most humane and effective approach to service delivery.

This commitment to human-centered support is what inspired the creation of The Creative Corner at The Ark—a dynamic in-house initiative offering free consulting, training, and technical assistance to small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community builders who often face barriers when trying to access public-sector and corporate opportunities.

The Arks' creative initiative is not just about writing—it’s about rewriting the narrative of access, equity, and success for individuals and organizations that have historically been left out of the conversation.

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At The Ark, philanthropy is more than a gesture—it’s the foundation of our framework. Through Writers Corner, we continue to invest in the people, businesses, and missions that drive systemic change from the ground up.

Remaining rooted in that same spirit of service—now providing little to no-cost technical writing, grant development, procurement training, and marketing guidance to:
 

  • Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBEs)

  • Local Business Enterprises (LBEs)

  • Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)

Where Communication Meets Impact

Writer's Corner

The Creative Corner, also known as Writers Corner, began as a small marketing support hub offering affordable design and writing services. Staying true to its founding mission, it now provides no-cost technical writing, grant development, procurement training, and marketing guidance to:

  • Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBEs)

  • Local Business Enterprises (LBEs)

  • Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)

Over the course of ten years operating as Writers Corner, the team has built a portfolio exceeding $50 million in contracts for CBOs, MBEs, and LBEs, managing each project from inception to completion. 

Turnover times can be as short as four months from initial investment, with proposals curated at a fixed rate of $4,000 and typical contract values averaging $150,000—yielding ROIs exceeding 1000%.

 

Through strategic mapping, proposal development, and hands-on implementation, Writers Corner consistently empowers underrepresented organizations to access high-value opportunities and maximize impact in both public and private markets.

From grant proposals to capability statements, to vendor registration to storytelling and digital branding—The creatives at the Ark integrate all aspects of strategic communication to help community-led organizations diversify their revenue streams and scale their impact. We demystify the government procurement process, equip clients with professional-grade materials, and help them find their voice in a competitive marketplace.​​
 

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Featured Partner of the Year

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PHI THETA KAPPA

Honor Society

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For more than 100 years, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has helped millions of high-achieving college students reach their full potential. Affected by a recent disaster? Lost your job in the last six months? Faced an unexpected extra cost? The Oberndorf Scholarship is open year-round – apply anytime – and be considered for an emergency scholarship now through December 31, 2024.

Need Help? Book A Consultation TODAY!

 Contact Us today for an Appointment or book directly by clicking on Appointments. 

Locations

Corporate Management

Four Embarcadero Center

Suite 1400

San Francisco, CA 94111

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Regional Management

100 Spectrum Center Drive

9th Floor

Irvine, CA 92618

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Business Development

500 Capitol Mall 

Suite 2350

Sacramento CA 95814

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Information Technologies

3478 Buskirk Avenue

Pleasant Hill,

CA 94523

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Think - Tanks (Employees Only)

200 Park Avenue

Suite 1700

New York, NY 10166

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2081 Center Street

Berkeley , CA 94704

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Become a Client Today!

 

Jump the line by completing your client assesment today. This assessment allows us to match you to funding by gauging where your business is in development as well as your strengths and possible areas of vulnerability.  

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Have questions or concerns feel free to drop a line in the contact box. Due to Covid-19, all appointments are being held virtually. Contact Us today for an Appointment.

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