The Alcedo Atthis — the common kingfisher — one of nature's most precise and vivid creatures. It moves fast, sees clearly, and finds exactly what it's looking for beneath the surface.
That's what we do for nonprofits. We cut through the noise, get to the heart of what makes your organization remarkable, and help you communicate it with clarity and confidence.
what makes us different
we lead with design
Atthis is a design studio first. Strategy and communications support the visual work — they don't replace it. We bring the same craft standards to a nonprofit annual report as a top creative agency brings to a Fortune 500 brand.
we focus on nonprofits
This isn't a sideline. It's the whole practice. That focus means we understand the sector deeply — the stakeholders, the funding cycles, the governance structures, the storytelling pressures — and our design reflects that understanding.
we design systems, not one-offs
A logo is a starting point, not a destination. Every identity we create is a complete system — color, type, imagery, layout logic — that your team can apply consistently across every touchpoint, long after our engagement ends.
why atthis
After years of watching nonprofits do exceptional work while showing up with brands that undersold them, Atthis was built to close that gap. Every engagement is rooted in the conviction that mission-driven organizations deserve design that is as serious and as beautiful as the work they do.
our values
design is a tool for equity
Access to great design shouldn't be reserved for organizations with the biggest budgets. We are committed to bringing genuine design excellence to the social sector.
craft matters
We sweat the details. Kerning, color relationships, grid systems, white space — because the difference between a good brand and a great one often lives in the specifics.
strategy before aesthetics
A beautiful design that doesn't serve a strategic purpose is just decoration. Every visual decision we make is grounded in your brand strategy and mission.
long relationships over quick projects
The best design work happens when we know your organization deeply. We invest in long-term partnerships, not transactional engagements.
see if we're the right fit
Start with a free 30-minute brand conversation. We'll take an honest look at where your visual identity stands — and share what we think the design opportunity is for your organization.