Townsend Public Affairs

Sacramento, California, United States

California and Federal advocacy with grant writing expertise

Townsend Public Affairs, founded in 1998, specializes in providing lobbying and grant writing services to public agencies and nonprofit organizations across California and at the federal level. The firm is recognized as a top lobbying entity in California, offering both legislative advocacy and funding services in Sacramento and Washington, DC. Their approach is client-centric, focusing on creating lasting legacies through a collaborative partnership.

The core services of Townsend Public Affairs include California and federal advocacy, as well as grant writing. They assist clients in developing legislative agendas, securing necessary funding, and advancing initiatives in government affairs. Their process involves a detailed onboarding, customized legislative strategies, and ongoing advocacy to ensure client success.

Townsend Public Affairs has a proven track record of success, having secured over $73 million in state budget earmarks and facilitated significant funding for various projects. Their expertise spans multiple policy areas, including transportation, education, public safety, and water and sanitation, making them a valuable partner for public sector advocacy and funding needs.

28
YEARS IN BUSINESS
1
SERVICES

Capabilities

Services

What these services involve

Corporate Communications
Corporate Communications for pr and communications buyers. Clear scope, measurable outcomes, and reliable delivery.

Agency details

Team size
51-200 people
Founded
1998 (28 years)

About this agency on Agency List

Townsend Public Affairs holds an Agency List Score of 97 out of 100.

That score is higher than 98% of the 36,919 agencies Agency List has assessed so far.

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Assessment date

Agency List assessed Townsend Public Affairs in September 2026, reading 6 pages published on townsendpa.com.

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