Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

If you have been tasked with creating graphics for your organization, but have little to no design training, then our next BRAND NEW webinar is for you! Using the Four Principles of Graphic Design to Create Images that Engage Audiences and Make Your Organization Look Good. Registration for Your Design Is Full of C.R.A.P.:

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APRIL 7, 2024

Top Sides Hustles For Graphic Designers For Extra Income [2024] Are you a Graphic Designer and looking for the Top Side Hustles you can do from home ? This post will help you give an overview of options and opportunities for earning extra money as a Graphic Designer. Design Templates for Digital Products 4.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Here’s what’s happening at Nonprofit Marketing Guide this month: Online Training: November 6: Your Design Is Full of C.R.A.P.: Using the Four Principles of Graphic Design to Create Images that Engage Audiences and Make Your Organization Look Good.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 7, 2013

And quality graphic design for your social networks that strengthens your online brand is also not free unless you are fortunate enough to have a staff person or volunteer skilled in Photoshop. Graphics Designed by Bureau for Good. Twitter Header (Color) :: 300 x 300 pixels. Google+ Banner :: 2120 x 1192 pixels.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 12, 2011

Nonprofit marketing can be an overwhelming job, but it’s one that you can make much easier by using a handful of simple tools, including a Graphic Design Style Guide. A graphic design style guide puts in writing all the various decisions you’ve made about how things should look both in print and online.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 27, 2011

I met Julia Reich at the NTC conference (at the 501 Tech NYC Happy Hour to be exact) and being the nonprofit marketing geeks we are, we started talking about the struggles that nonprofits face with design. Guest Post by Julia Reich, Julia Reich Design. We seemed to take a similar approach, so I asked Julia to guest blog for us.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2011

This is Part 1 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. Guest Post by Julia Reich, Julia Reich Design. If you’ve never worked with a designer before, the task can seem daunting. AIGA , the professional association for design.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

This is Part 2 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. Guest Post by Julia Reich, Julia Reich Design. Aesthetics are surely subjective, but there are some standards that apply across the design discipline. Look & Feel.

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NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The graphic below illustrates how the process works: Graphic courtesy of Participatory Budgeting Project PB first emerged in the United States in 2009 in Chicago and is now used in over 100 US cities. Back in the design phase, the design committee established logistics such as vote duration, voter eligibility, and outreach plans.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 28, 2024

Animation and Motion Graphics : For more dynamic content, these generators can create animations or motion graphics. What is Canva Canva is a popular online graphic design platform that allows users to create a wide range of visual content with ease. It offers a drag-and-drop interface and a straightforward layout.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 18, 2024

With an AI text-to-video generator, you’re not just a writer or a director – you’re a pioneer in a new realm of creative expression What are YouTube Shorts YouTube Shorts are a feature on YouTube designed to allow users to create and share short-form videos, similar to those on platforms like TikTok or Instagram Reels.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Nonprofit Graphic Design Style Guide Here’s what goes into a nonprofit graphic design style guide: Logos Color Palettes Fonts Photography Other Graphic Elements Formatting Guidelines We have more advice on creating design style guides here and here.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 20, 2024

What is Canva Canva is an online graphic design platform that’s widely recognized for its user-friendliness and versatility. It’s designed to make the process of creating digital graphics accessible to people regardless of their design experience.

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Donorbox Nonprofit

AUGUST 25, 2023

While hiring a graphic designer may not be an option for you, Canva is an online design tool anyone can use. Have you wondered how other nonprofit organizations create captivating posters, invitations, social posts, brochures, and more on a limited budget? Here’s the secret – with Canva for Nonprofits, you can, too!

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Donorbox Nonprofit

AUGUST 25, 2023

While hiring a graphic designer may not be an option for you, Canva is an online design tool anyone can use. Have you wondered how other nonprofit organizations create captivating posters, invitations, social posts, brochures, and more on a limited budget? Here’s the secret – with Canva for Nonprofits, you can, too!

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JULY 25, 2022

The 7 Key Elements of Brand Identity Design. Keep reading this article to learn more about the topic, including the elements which are critical to create social media graphics and brand identity designs. 7 Ways to Create Strong Brand Identity Design. A logo or wordmark is the center of a brand identity design.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

AUGUST 12, 2023

What Significance does Web Design have for Your Target Audience? One of the most crucial components of your brand’s online presence is your website , therefore it’s critical that you design it well. A decent website design has several additional advantages for your company and your audience.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

including everything from graphic design software to bookkeeping software Funders, partners, and other external organizations who may have reason to mention you (and use your logo) in their publications Your press kit or any place where you share logo files with others (be explicit that the older logos are no longer in use!)

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 9, 2023

Remember to keep testing and adjusting your campaign until you find the optimal mix of distribution channels, flyer design, and messaging. So, you have your design. Knowing your target audience will help you create a design that resonates with them and choose the most effective distribution channels. What are the next steps?

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Pathfinder International’s annual report combines thoughtful web design, powerful graphics, individual stories, and gorgeous portraits to vividly showcase their beneficiaries. For instance, the WNET group’s “Year In Review” series uses viewer interaction to create a dynamic story beyond attractive web design.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 15, 2022

This week we something for non-auditory learners, accidental graphic designers, fundraisers, social media marketers and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Here are 5 Nonprofit Graphic Design FAQs to Help You Stand Out. Switching to specifically social media graphics, here is How to Optimize Social Media Images.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JULY 25, 2021

Whenever you change an aspect of your website, be it the graphic design, the UX, or any of the product descriptions, you should be split testing it to see if it actually sells. If you do not have a graphic designer on your team yet, go hire one. Don’t forget to conduct split tests with your graphics!

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 5, 2024

In this guide, we’ll provide five tips to help you design successful bid sheets that enhance your nonprofit’s silent auction experience. Start off by using a bid sheet template for a clean, easy-to-follow design. If you need help customizing your template, reach out to a nonprofit graphic designer for assistance.

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Nonprofit Megaphone

APRIL 17, 2023

Canva – The Graphic Design Tool for Non-profit Marketers Visuals are an important part of non-profit marketing. However, not all non-profit marketers have design experience or access to expensive design software. They can also customize designs to fit their brand and message.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website. Create custom graphics for powerful quotes, statistics, and call-to-actions.

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Top Nonprofits

JUNE 23, 2023

Your nonprofit might have strong web content that speaks to your mission , but is your website design user-friendly and accessible to all visitors? A responsive website design can make all the difference in determining whether your supporters stick around to learn more about your organization or leave because of a poor user experience.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

is the founder of Data Viz for Nonprofits , a design consultancy that delivers high-quality visualizations that help organizations to quickly grasp their data, improve their work, and show their impact. So, they hire a graphic designer (if they have some extra change in their pockets) or they use DIY with programs like Canva or Spark.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 28, 2021

We spent a good chunk of 2020 and into this year researching design trends, best practices, and the latest website bells and whistles. I already shared some Graphic Design Trends for 2021 , but here are the top features your nonprofit website MUST have: Mobile Friendly (or Responsive) Design.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 23, 2024

These generators are designed to make the process of crafting engaging, relevant, and creative captions easier and more efficient. Applications Art and Design : Artists and designers use these tools to quickly generate visual concepts from descriptions, aiding in creative processes.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 8, 2022

Haley’s Bio: Haley received her MA in Business Design and Arts Leadership from Savannah College of Art and Design in 2018. Cloud State University and an ASc in Graphic Design from Rochester Community and Technical College. This series lets you describe your workday in your own words. in Slatterly Park.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2024

When it comes to nonprofit web design, this principle is no different. In fact, 94% of first impressions of a website are design-related, meaning that the visual elements of your website can have a huge impact on whether site visitors stick around or navigate away from your website and organization altogether.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 7, 2022

Freelance Graphic Designs. So it is no wonder that graphic designers are now in higher demand, as they do a good job when it comes to designing eye-catching marketing ads and templates. Thus, if you have any graphic design skills, consult different clients and websites and offer your services at a fee.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 14, 2023

A clever use of a Candid Seal of Transparency is the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) which occasionally promotes and embeds its seal on social media graphics. Our Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising program covers the fundamentals of website design, email marketing, online fundraising, and social media for nonprofits.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2016

If you are curious about how other nonprofits handle branding and graphic design, join us Thursday, October 20th for our latest Nonprofit Q&A Panel. After thirty-five years, the Los Angeles Conservancy got its first graphic identity system in 2013. People love playing with graphics and colors.

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Elevation

MAY 27, 2020

Colors, fonts, shapes, and visual graphics should combine to be both eye-catching and memorable. Here at Elevation, we’ve put together a list of 6 fundamental tips to help guide you through the logo design process. Your logo encapsulate your organization's identity, and it's what identifies you to the general public.

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The LAPA Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2022

You’ll want to collaborate closely not just with your printer and mail house, but everyone on your team—including your copy editor and graphic designer. Direct mail is still the workhorse of fundraising. What’s a good response rate for direct-mail fundraising? A recent Direct Marketing….

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She is passionate about creating engaging content, writing, and graphic design to help viewers easily retain information. As a creative content creator, she focuses on delivering information about the importance of volunteerism for nonprofit organizations.

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