What is desgnit
For three consecutive days, creative leaders work side-by-side select nonprofits to help kickstart a campaign related to housing and homelessness in the Bay Area through multidisciplinary and human-centered design.
![desgnit group](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/desgnit2-1272x670.jpg)
![desgnit working](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/desgnit1-1272x670.jpg)
![sunny duck oh](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/sunny.jpg)
![desgnit jono](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/jono.jpg)
Why Nonprofits Attend
We know your time is limited. In 3 days you’ll walk out with tangible materials you can use right away.
We often deliver +$100k of design deliverables for a fraction of the cost.
We curate a team of creative experts and strategists based on your project.
Why Designers Attend
This is a great opportunity to grow your skills and learn from experts in design
Work closely with industry leaders and grow your understanding of design
Know that you’re contributing to a worthwhile cause and making an impact
Past Beneficiary Nonprofits
![ACLU Northern California](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/aclu-northern-california-logo.jpg)
![meda SF](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/meda-sf.jpg)
![kiva](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/kiva.jpg)
![The Last Mile logo](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/the-last-mile-logo.jpg)
![](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/BlackGirlsCODE-final-BtoB-transBG2.png)
![](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Homebridge-Logo-Final-HighRes-Color-1272x636.png)
![Rubicon Programs](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/rubicon-programs.jpg)
![OAK CLT](https://elefintdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/OAK-CLT.jpg)
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"Collaboration is an inherent part of desgnit. I've attended every event in the series, and each year I hone my craft while working with incredible organizations like the ACLU."Emily ShieldsSenior Designer
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“Being around such a group of talented, creative designers was an energizing experience. Having all three of our requested deliverables actually completed in two days is astounding. I am truly grateful to all that made this happen.”Christopher GilDirector of Marketing and Communications, Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA)
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Applications are closed.
We’ll be opening up applications for future desgnit events in early 2020. Contact us to express interest!
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