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How to Breathe New Life into Your Branding
“You don’t actually need a date or a New Year to tell you when to refresh your brand; you just need to know when it’s time to... Your brand is more than just your logo and color palette, so refreshing your brand is more than just an exercise in graphic design — it starts at the foundation level.”
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It’s Time to Change the Conversation about Appropriate Language & Storytelling for Nonprofits.
We often see language and storytelling tropes that we believe to be damaging for communities, individuals, and the work of nonprofits as a whole. It’s time to change the narrative.
What’s the Cost of Design on your Organization?
When we say “cost of design” we don’t mean these literal costs like your transactional expenses. We mean what you’re not getting due to poor or less-than-adequate design.
Elevate Your Brand with Effective Presentation
Capturing the attention of your audience is more crucial than ever. While having a good idea or mission is the foundation of your business, without effective communication and a strong visual presentation of your offerings, your brand can fall short. In this newsletter, we'll explore the relationship between design and copywriting, and how leveraging this dynamic duo can not only enhance the immediate impact of your brand but also contribute to its longevity.
Crafting Authentic Copy for Socially Conscious Brands: A Guide to Effective Website Messaging
Consumers are not just looking for products or services; they are seeking brands that align with their values and contribute positively to society. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to effectively connect with your target audience and convey your commitment to social responsibility.
Creating a Donor-Friendly Website
When it comes to fundraising for non-profits, having a donor-friendly website can make all the difference. A website that is easy to navigate, visually appealing and provides donors with the information they need can increase donations and engagement. Here are some tips to create a donor-friendly website.
Choosing the Right Website Hosting Platform for Your Nonprofit
One of the foundational elements of a successful online presence is selecting the right website hosting platform. With numerous options available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best suited for your nonprofit's needs. Here’s some tips on how to decide.
How to Craft an Inclusive and Accessible Website Experience
Not everyone experiences the web in the same way. To ensure that the digital landscape is truly inclusive, we have to prioritize accessibility.
What Type of Photos Your Nonprofit Business Needs
Non-profit organizations have an essential role in our communities, and photography plays a significant role in telling their stories. A well-planned photoshoot can help non-profit organizations to showcase their work, raise awareness, and even attract donations. In this blog post, we’ll share some of the type of photos we see as we’re designing websites, campaigns, and marketing that every nonprofit needs to have!
How to Design Sustainable Plastic-Free Packaging
In recent years, there has been a growing movement toward more sustainable packaging design. As consumers become more aware of the environmental impact of packaging, companies are starting to respond with innovative and eco-friendly alternatives. One of the most important steps companies can take is to reduce or eliminate the use of plastic in their packaging.
How to Launch a Nonprofit Website from Scratch
If you're starting a nonprofit organization, creating a website is a crucial step in establishing your online presence and reaching potential donors and volunteers. Here are the steps to take to launch a nonprofit website from scratch:
How to Prune Your Brand / Website
As your business grows and evolves, it's important to regularly assess your brand and website to ensure they are properly aligned with your mission and vision. Here are some steps to help you prune your brand and website for maximum impact.
How to Communicate Impact through your Website
Communicating impact is key to gaining support and building trust with your audience. A website is a powerful tool to showcase your impact and engage with your community. So it's super important to know how to effectively communicate to viewers through your website. Here are some tips on how to effectively communicate impact through your website.
Maintaining Long-Term Relationships with Donors
As I talk to nonprofit owners, a recurring theme is the struggle to retain donors for long periods of time. People often opt for a one-time donation, or cancel their recurring subscription a few months in. Why is that? The short answer: they don’t feel connected anymore.
Defining the Who, What, Why, and How of your Non-Profit Business
It is crucial to define the "who, what, when, where, and why" of your business. In this field guide, we share questions to ask yourself to help define your WWWH’s to strengthen your foundation.
How to Drive Conversions through your Donate Page
If you run a non-profit organization, then you know that donations are a huge part of keeping your organization running. However, just having a donation page on your website isn't enough to attract donors. You need to actively drive conversions to your Donate page. But how exactly do you get people to GO to your Donate page and actually hit support?
Mobilizing Community Engagement through Versatile Touchpoints
By utilizing a variety of touchpoints, you can create a buzz and generate excitement around your cause AND make sure that you’re getting new eyes on your work through various venues. The key is to find the right mix of touchpoints that work for your organization and your audience.
How to Know When You Need to Reevaluate Your Design System
Even the most well-designed systems can become outdated or ineffective over time, especially as audience expectations and preferences evolve.
Maintaining a Consistent Brand Image Through the Shifting Seasons
In the digital age, it’s super important to maintain a professional and consistent image at all times. Yes, even when you’re in the process of developing a new website or revitalizing your branding! Here are our best tips to maintaining a consistent brand through the changes.
How to Make People Fall in Love with Your Mission
Think about how you can better love on people, which in turn will make them fall madly in love with your mission.
How to Breathe New Life into Your Branding
There’s no better time than now to take another stab at the new year and breathe new life into your business and brand. You don’t actually need a date or a New Year to tell you when to refresh your brand; you just need to know when it’s time to.