Insights

Thoughts and expertise on strategy, branding, and donor engagement across the urban and international community development landscape.

Do The People You Serve Have A Seat At The Table?

By: Bill Cummings

When crafting strategies, shaping the mission, or defining services and programs, it’s imperative that the individuals at the heart of these initiatives are not simply seen as beneficiaries but as collaborators.

An Open Letter to Nonprofit Leaders

By: Todd Hiestand

Let us just say this in the clearest terms possible: you are the kind of leader the world needs right now.

Amplify Your Mission: The Importance of Nonprofit Branding

By: Bill Cummings

You’ve heard it from volunteers, the clients you serve, and others in your network: your organization is one of the “best-kept secrets” in your community. While it sounds somewhat flattering, it’s actually a red flag.

Yes, You Do Need That Rebranding Project: Why a Cohesive Brand Yields Growth

By: Bill Cummings

Even with the noblest intentions, many nonprofits struggle to connect deeply with their audience and convey their purpose effectively.

Beyond Stereotypes: Ethical Storytelling in Social Impact Organizations

By: Todd Hiestand

Write as if the people you are writing about are in the room.

Celebrating Growth and New Additions at Liminal Creative

By: Bill Cummings

We have grown quite a bit faster than anticipated, and we’re excited to announce that we have doubled in size!

Embracing Complexity, Inspiring Clarity: Crafting Core Messaging for Nonprofit Organizations

By: Todd Hiestand

If you’re leading a nonprofit organization, we can imagine how tempting it is to try to fully inform donors on the intricacies of what it takes to move your mission forward.

Challenging the Status Quo: Rethinking Mediocre Practices in Your Organization

By: Todd Hiestand

We often create habits, routines, and processes that work just well enough to make us think we should keep on doing them.

Four Important Qualities of Brand Messaging For Community Based Organizations

By: Bill Cummings

We believe content is essential to establishing and maintaining a strong brand identity, but we also feel very strongly that the content should be marked by four important characteristics.

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Bill Cummings
Co-Founder / Director of Branding