Vitae Foundation
Right Brain Research and Messaging for a Culture of Life
Research … Reach … Results

Mission & Vision
Mission: We encourage a culture of life through research-based messaging and mass media.
Vision: We envision a time when cultures embrace the gift of life, making abortion unthinkable.

Research
While abortion is a serious moral issue, it is also a consumer issue. Vitae commissioned The Right Brain People to develop a methodology to uncover the emotional motivators that drive decision-making when it comes to abortion. Today, communicating with women who are traumatized by an unplanned pregnancy is Vitae’s expertise.

Our Strategy
A key tool of Vitae’s strategy is to use mass media to distribute educational messages. Our messages are respectful, helpful and encourage dialog in a non-threatening manner. Since 1992, when we began using mass media to reach women, Vitae has expanded into markets across the nation with media campaigns to restore value and sanctity to human life.
Our Work
Vitae Foundation uses mass media campaigns to reach women facing unplanned pregnancies and to create a culture of life.
Not Just a Number
Numbers help keep track of vital information. There’s nothing more vital than a human life.
Blog
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Vitae Foundation Announces Debbie Stokes New President
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Endorsements
Some of the top leaders, media personalities and sports figures in the country have spoken on behalf of the Vitae Foundation.
How very grateful I am to you [Carl] and Vitae for all that is being done on behalf of the protection of innocent human life – from the very moment of conception. . . My prayers for every success. One say soon, I remain convinced that our beloved nation shall again follow the Lord’s Will for life.
The Vitae Foundation has had amazing results with their television advertising that has increased pro-life sentiments among the general population in the areas where they appeared.
That’s why it’s important that ads by Vitae be there. Because Vitae can’t be inside the abortion clinic, but we can be there so women never set foot inside the abortion clinic. And that is the goal! Planned Parenthood spends millions in research to reach their demographic. Well, guess what? Vitae does their research too…and their ads work!
Everybody should ask this question: If you didn’t show up, who would miss you and why? If Vitae hadn’t shown up, think of the babies today who would not be here if it weren’t for them. That’s the greatest contribution we could make to our fellow human beings.
While there are many different avenues and many different ways all of us in the pro-life movement are trying to change the culture of America to a pro-life culture, the fact is what Vitae is doing is truly one of the most—if not the most innovative approach that exists anywhere in America today. And the results are astounding.
This is a very exciting time where we can make huge strides on behalf of the dignity of human life. I was recently in New York and I saw the Vitae subway ads. They are so powerful! With every life saved, that is victory!
God has placed a power inside of us to change the world. Vitae is trying to affect the world by affecting the power of one. You must step into the power that lies inside of you and fight for the lives of the next generation.
Vitae, with its heart of compassion and its feet of good works, has saved the lives of thousands and rekindled the conscience of our community.
The Vitae Caring Foundation is at the forefront of where this movement needs to go and I really applaud you. You’re changing minds, you’re changing hearts, and the world is a better place for your vision.
The masters of media are the people defining the moral value system…that is why what you’re doing [Vitae Foundation] is of such vital importance. You are saving lives.
…the power of [their] messages, the power of words, the power of images…is why I’m really pleased and honored to support the Vitae Caring Foundation.
Why can’t we see groups like Vitae on a national level, multiplied by ten?
I am glad to speak on behalf of an endeavor that recognizes the truth. If we’re willing to pool our resources, if we’re willing to do the work that is necessary to get the simple messages of truth stated with love to pierce the heart of this society, then we can break the hardening shell of its selfishness and its self-indulgence.
The Vitae Caring Foundation has developed and implemented a bold, Pro-Life, mass media educational initiative that has had a tremendous impact. Vitae’s commitment to produce well-researched Pro-Life media messages, aimed at audiences who are not already Pro-Life, has proven not only to be effective in shifting public opinion but in saving lives. The Vitae Caring Foundation has found a practical method to respond meaningfully to the late Pope John Paul II’s challenge to build a culture of life.
I’m really excited about being part of the Vitae Caring Foundation because I understand the power of media. I understand the power of having a message that is strong and clear and powerful. I want to applaud you for your work.
Vitae (‘life’ in Latin) is a savvy, empathetic and tireless organization that’s doing a very effective job across this country. It produces 30-second TV spots…and these short messages are reaching millions of young people with hope, help and alternatives to killing unborn babies. They’ve found that most women, even those facing unwanted pregnancies, will opt for letting the little innocent child live – if they’re presented facts, and not glossy, appealing propaganda.
[Vitae Foundation] is the reason, I believe, that the pro-life movement will win and is going to make dramatic strides in the future, regardless of the pressures against us.
They call this the information age, and that’s right on target. If this battle is going to be won, it’s going to be won in the field of communications. These spots are first-class, professional. There’s got to be more of this in America… more Vitae Caring Foundations…This organization is on the cutting edge.
I am thankful for groups like yours that spread the message that allows that seed of hope and faith to grow within those women who are faced with a pregnancy in less than ideal circumstances. You affirm the value of the child. You remind us that every child has purpose and value and a destiny.
We are the guardians. If we fail, who will complete this task? If we fail here, where does the rest of the world run? Answer: nowhere. Stand up. Get in the race. You can, will and must win.
I commend the Vitae Caring Foundation for bringing the truth to the American people. Your efforts to foster respect for the sacredness of human life are sorely needed and greatly appreciated.
Two thousand years ago Pontius Pilate didn’t agree with the punishment they wanted to give Jesus, but he didn’t want to interfere with the people’s right to ‘choose.’ Today we are dealing with millions of Pontius Pilots. That’s one of the many reasons I’m so grateful for Vitae. Vitae is standing in the gap to help convert these people from being Pontius Pilots to appreciating and upholding the sanctity of human life.
You are my heroes. … “Every day in your own backyard so many of you volunteer or work for Vitae and every single one of you in this room are fighting literally over matters of life and death.
Too many people let what they can’t do get in the way of what they can do. Live out your Christianity. That’s something you can do. It changes lives…it changes the conversation.
How can we live in a society where the pro-choice side has been able to convince moms to kill their own child? Our job is to change that. Vitae is on the front lines with this battle. Our cause is the cause of true freedom, and it’s also the cause of justice.
Ladies and gentlemen, our country will not continue to be blessed if we continue to kill our unborn. That’s just what I believe. That’s just part of our founding. When man believes that he can make the decision about who gets to live, and in turn when you get to die, then you don’t have liberty. You certainly do not have a pursuit of happiness.
I’ve been overwhelmed with this idea of legacy. What do we want to be remembered for? The legacy we’re talking about is a legacy like Vitae and how they are changing—no, not changing, but saving lives.
I am so inspired by Vitae’s work. This truth is not being heard and that is why we need a media strategy, and this is what Vitae does. Be all in now…this is a Wilberforce moment!
This is why I love Vitae because they know how to reach out to women like me. My story ties into the sole mission of Vitae.