YWCA 150th anniversary logo of a woman silhouette with full lips and a big gold earring
YWCA 150th anniversary logo of a woman silhouette with full lips and a big gold earring
"Pro-bono work isn't a sacrifice — it's an investment. Lending your skills to a mission you believe in reminds you why you do what you do."

Context

When YWCA of Greater Dayton needed a distinctive brand to commemorate their 150th anniversary, they came with a challenge: an existing logo created by an intern that wasn't landing the way they'd hoped. With a tight turnaround and a last-minute ask, they brought me on as a pro-bono designer to reimagine the identity.


Contributions

After diving into YWCA's history and mission, I developed a refreshed brand built around hand-drawn line illustration — feminine and delicate, yet carrying a sense of strength. I explored warm color palettes that felt rooted in the organization's rich legacy, delivering a fully realized identity in just a matter of days.


Results

The YWCA team walked away with a sophisticated, diversity-forward anniversary brand that reflected who they are.


"Savannah [Sojin] is an intuitive, compassionate designer who takes the time to truly understand your mission and purpose. Her work is extremely high-quality and her turnaround is incredibly fast."

​— Audrey S, Vice President of Mission, Brand & Programs at YWCA

Diverse group of young women working in Dayton, OH
Before and after versions of the 150th anniversary logo
Two black women posing and looking at the camera
Collage of the YWCA website article highlighting the logo and women with bow and arrows
Historical building of the YWCA in the 1800s
Diverse group of young women working in Dayton, OH
Before and after versions of the 150th anniversary logo
Two black women posing and looking at the camera
Collage of the YWCA website article highlighting the logo and women with bow and arrows
Historical building of the YWCA in the 1800s
Diverse group of young women working in Dayton, OH
Before and after versions of the 150th anniversary logo
Two black women posing and looking at the camera
Collage of the YWCA website article highlighting the logo and women with bow and arrows
Historical building of the YWCA in the 1800s