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Visual Storytelling

How to Find Inclusive Imagery that Strengthens Trust and Helps Your Brand Stand Out

Embrace your communities with inclusive imagery that shows genuine representation. Not sure how? Start with this basic guide.

Branding & Marketing

Graphic Designer For Hire? 3 Unexpected Reasons Your Nonprofit Should Work with a Pro

Seeking a graphic designer for hire? Discover 3 unexpected reasons your nonprofit needs professional design. From psychology-driven visuals to innovative trends.

Donor Engagement

How to Encourage Generous Donors All Year (Not Just at the Holidays)

Build a loyal community of generous donors with proven year-round engagement tips. Our simple strategies help you connect with supporters each month.

Branding & Marketing

Follow These Strategic Planning Steps for Your Nonprofit or Foundation in 2025

Discover strategic planning steps to guide your nonprofit through 2025. Align your mission, set clear goals, and create meaningful impact with practical, step-by-step guidance.

9 Unexpected Things That Are Hurting Your Nonprofit’s Donor Retention

Discover the 9 common mistakes that could be damaging your nonprofit's donor retention rates. Learn actionable strategies to keep your donors engaged and giving for the long-term.

Branding & Marketing

Why Your Foundation Needs to Consider Outsourcing Graphic Design (And Why That's Okay!)

Discover why outsourcing graphic design can transform your foundation's impact. Learn the benefits, cost savings, and how to choose the right design partner.

Donor Engagement

Emotional Engagement vs Emotional Manipulation

Learn how to create ethical emotional engagement for your nonprofit marketing. Discover the difference between authentic donor connections and manipulation.

Donor Engagement

How to Make the Most of Your Nonprofit Donation Request: The Importance of Looking Like the Expert in Your Field

Make your nonprofit donation request more effective by establishing expert status. Learn how professional branding and visual identity help build donor trust and increase giving.

Client Case Studies

Designing Impactful Materials for 10,000 Degrees' Mission

Discover how we partnered with 10,000 Degrees to create a cohesive set of materials, including an impact report, strategic plan, donor booklet, and microsites designed to inspire donors and showcase the organization's mission of supporting students in higher education. Our dynamic, student-focused designs bring their story to life across print and digital platforms.

Client Case Studies

Empowering Women and Communities: Planet Women’s Annual Report Design

Explore how we crafted Planet Women’s impactful annual report, blending storytelling, powerful visuals, and an organic design to highlight their mission of empowering women and supporting environmental advocacy.

Donor Engagement

How to Thank Donors: Create an Awesome Donor Thank You Card

Learn how to create donor thank you card that strengthen relationships and transform one-time gifts into lasting nonprofit partnerships.

Branding & Marketing

3 Ways Branding for Nonprofits Impacts Donors

Learn how strong branding for nonprofits can build trust, create emotional connections, and foster donor loyalty.

What use is great design if it’s not accessible, inclusive, and welcoming?

Explore ways to make your nonprofit's message reach everyone through inclusive design that respects diverse abilities, cultures, and perspectives.

Donor Engagement

Year-end Giving Campaigns – What Really Engages Donors and Creates Urgency?

Expand your holiday fundraising with a powerful year-end giving campaign. Inspire donors, showcase your impact, and raise more for your cause when it matters most.

Annual Report Design

12 Interactive Digital Annual Report Examples for Nonprofits

Discover 12 inspiring digital annual report design examples that not only engage audiences but also showcase impact with style and creativity.

Client Case Studies

Interactive Impact Microsites for Tides Foundation

We created engaging multimedia microsites for Tides to showcase how they empower BIPOC leaders driving change in democracy, climate, and reproductive justice.

Branding & Marketing

Why Your Nonprofit Marketing Plan Isn’t Cohesive or Impactful, And What to Do Instead

Discover why your nonprofit marketing plan isn't delivering results. Learn 4 common problems holding you back and expert tips to improve engagement, donations, and impact.

Visual Storytelling

How to Create Visuals that Improve Donor Engagement and Drive Impact

Discover how to boost donor engagement with effective visuals. Learn step-by-step strategies to create impactful graphics that align with your nonprofit's mission and drive results.

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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting Nonprofit Annual Reports

Ready to create annual reports that actually move donors to action? Our comprehensive guide provides strategic frameworks and proven design principles that transform standard reports into powerful storytelling tools.

Learn how to showcase your impact in ways that inspire deeper engagement and meaningful support.

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