{"id":30595,"date":"2026-08-11T15:53:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T13:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/?p=30595"},"modified":"2026-10-05T10:13:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T08:13:00","slug":"free-branding-for-animal-welfare-ngos-how-to-apply-to-2bu-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/magazin\/kostenloses-branding-fuer-tierschutz-ngos-wie-du-dich-bei-2bu-design-bewirbst\/","title":{"rendered":"Free branding for animal welfare NGOs: How to apply to 2bu design"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h6>Table of Contents<\/h6>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#warum-wir-das-tun\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Why we do this at all<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#was-du-bekommst\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">What a free branding project with us actually entails<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#wer-sich-bewerben-kann\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Who can apply<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#was-wir-erwarten\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">What we expect in return<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#nicht-ausgewaehlt\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">And what if you aren't chosen?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claudeusercontent.com\/?domain=claude.ai&amp;parentOrigin=https%3A%2F%2Fclaude.ai&amp;errorReportingMode=parent&amp;formattedSpreadsheets=true#bewerbung-ablauf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How the application process works<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"warum-wir-das-tun\">1. Why we\u2019re doing this in the first place<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">At 2bu design<span> <\/span><strong>, we call this \u2018ambitious\u2019 because standing still is simply not an option for us<\/strong>: we want to actively improve the world through giving and sharing. Behind this lies a second principle that is just as important to us: We prefer to work with<span> <\/span><strong>brands that care about more than just profit<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 with conscious organisations that treat people, animals and our planet responsibly, and whose messages raise awareness and bring about lasting change.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In practical terms, this means that for this programme, we are looking for <span> <\/span><strong>animal welfare organisations<\/strong> whose work moves us and which could make a greater impact with a clearer brand identity.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"was-du-bekommst\">2. What a free branding project with us actually entails<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Based on a joint<span> <\/span><strong>briefing meeting<\/strong><span> <\/span>, we\u2019ll develop the <a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/sustainable-branding-for-ethical-brands\/\">sustainable branding<\/a> for your organisation. You\u2019ll receive our most comprehensive package. With the <strong>Package L <\/strong>, you\u2019ll receive clear<span> <\/span><strong>strategy guidelines<\/strong><span> <\/span>and comprehensive<span> <\/span><strong>design guidelines<\/strong>, enabling you to implement and manage all your touchpoints yourselves.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The strategy encompasses your<span> <\/span><strong>brand essence<\/strong>, your<span> <\/span><strong>positioning<\/strong><span> <\/span>and your<span> <\/span><strong>brand personas<\/strong>.\u00a0The design guidelines contain the<span> <\/span><strong>logo<\/strong>, the<span> <\/span><strong>colour palette and typography<\/strong>, the<span> <\/span><strong>visual language<\/strong><span> <\/span>, as well as your own<span> <\/span><strong>pictograms and illustrations<\/strong>. It also contains the<span> <\/span><strong>brand system<\/strong>, which uses visualisations to show how your brand looks and feels.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The specific design of individual touchpoints \u2013 that is, ready-made social media templates, an <a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/innovative-wordpress-websites-for-sustainable-businesses\/\">innovative website<\/a> or various print applications such as, for example, an <a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/eye-catching-editorial-design-for-sustainable-brands\/\">appealing editorial design<\/a> \u2013 are <strong>not included<\/strong>. You\u2019ll receive the vital foundation upon which your organisation can build. If you already have strong branding and a sound strategy, we\u2019d be happy to work with you to assess whether a <span> <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/strategic-social-media-for-conscious-customers\/\">social media project<\/a><\/strong><span> <\/span>would be more beneficial.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"wer-sich-bewerben-kann\">3. Who can apply<\/h2>\n<p>How to tell if your project is suitable for this programme:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Your organisation is involved in <span> <\/span><strong>animal welfare<\/strong>; you rehome animals, look after strays, run a sanctuary or operate a wildlife rescue centre.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">You are funded primarily through <span> <\/span><strong> government grants or donations <\/strong><span> <\/span> rather than through traditional revenue streams.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Your location is not important at this stage \u2013 we operate<span> <\/span><strong>internationally<\/strong>, and applications from abroad are very much welcome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We want to make a difference. So, the clearer your mission and the greater the impact you could achieve with a stronger brand, the more suited you are to this programme. But please don\u2019t be put off: first come, first served\u2026<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"was-wir-erwarten\">4. What we expect in return<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For us, a pro bono branding project<span> <\/span><strong>is not a one-way street<\/strong>. We believe in<span> <\/span><strong>collaboration as equals<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 especially when no fee is involved. Commitment isn\u2019t born of an invoice, but of mutual respect; that\u2019s why, as a matter of principle, we\u2019d like to see:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Getting to know each other openly right from the start<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 the foundation for everything that follows. It\u2019s important to us that you\u2019re just as keen on the project as we are.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>After that, it\u2019s up to you to decide<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 whether you want to play an active part in the process or leave the rest entirely to us is entirely up to you. Either option is fine by us.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Permission to publish<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 the project may be featured as a case study on our website, in our magazine and on our <span>social media channels, as well as in adverts<\/span>.*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As your project is completely free of charge, the following <span> <\/span><strong>reference modules<\/strong><span> <\/span>are also an integral part of the collaboration. In the case of a regular, paid project, these same modules would result in a discount of 40 % (see section 5 for more details):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><span><strong>A testimonial with a quote and profile picture for us to use as we wish<\/strong>, e.g. on our website, on social media or in an advert.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>A social media post on your channels<\/strong> showcasing our joint project.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>A blog post on your website<\/strong><span> <\/span>about the collaboration, shared on your channels.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Our name as the creator<\/strong><span> or branding agency in<\/span> the legal notice on your website, with a link to our website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>In addition, we\u2019re of course always delighted to receive a positive review on Google or Facebook, or to collaborate on a joint press release. Neither is compulsory, but both are a lovely gesture.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201eWhen we take on a project, it\u2019s not just about the organisation we\u2019re supporting and the animals that will hopefully benefit from it. It\u2019s also about 2bu design \u2013 about the work we\u2019re able to put our heart and soul into, and about the attention that benefits both of us.\u201c<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Katrin Tindler-Kempen<\/strong><span> <\/span>| Owner of 2bu design<\/p>\n<h6><span>* Only the first draft of the project page and the blog article may require prior approval at the client\u2019s express request. Minor changes to images and text that do not alter the message do not require further approval but are carried out on the basis of trust. This does not apply to any posts on our channels or adverts in which no one is quoted or linked to, nor to new visualisations of the project.<\/span><\/h6>\n<h2 id=\"nicht-ausgewaehlt\">5. What if you aren\u2019t chosen?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><span>We\u2019re sure that enquiries will still come in even after the <\/span><strong>two free places<\/strong><span> have been allocated. That\u2019s why every application that meets the specified criteria will receive a <\/span><strong>guaranteed discount of 20 %<\/strong><span> on our <a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/sustainable-branding-for-ethical-brands-2\/\">sustainable branding project<\/a> \u2013 regardless of how many of the following reference modules you can provide. For each additional module, you\u2019ll receive <\/span><strong>a 10 % discount<\/strong><span> on top, totalling up to <\/span><strong>a 60 % discount<\/strong><span>:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><style>\n.et_pb_code { border: none !important; color: inherit !important; background: transparent !important; }\n.bu-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin:1.5em 0; color: inherit; }\n.bu-table th, .bu-table td { padding:8px 12px; border:none; text-align:left; color: inherit; }\n.bu-table th { border-bottom:2px solid currentColor; }\n.bu-table td { border-bottom:1px dotted #999; }\n.bu-table .num { text-align:right; }\n<\/style>\n<table class=\"bu-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th class=\"num\">#<\/th>\n      <th>Campaign<\/th>\n      <th class=\"num\">Discount<\/th>\n      <th>Applies to<\/th>\n      <th>Repeatable<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">1<\/td><td>Reference with quote and profile picture for free use<\/td><td class=\"num\">10 %<\/td><td>first project<\/td><td>Yes, each time a new project is started<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">2<\/td><td>Social media post on customer channels<\/td><td class=\"num\">10 %<\/td><td>first or next project<\/td><td>Yes, each time a new project is started<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">3<\/td><td>Blog post on the client\u2019s website<\/td><td class=\"num\">10 %<\/td><td>first or next project<\/td><td>Yes, at most once a year, up to a maximum of three times in total<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">4<\/td><td>Crediting the author in the publication<\/td><td class=\"num\">10 %<\/td><td>respective touchpoint<\/td><td>Yes, once per touchpoint, where appropriate<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">5<\/td><td>Video testimonial for free use<\/td><td class=\"num\">10 %<\/td><td>next project<\/td><td>No, one-off<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">6<\/td><td>Review on Google or Facebook<\/td><td class=\"num\">Unpaid<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td class=\"num\">7<\/td><td>Press release<\/td><td class=\"num\">Unpaid<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><span>Our aim is to make a difference for <strong>animals, people and the environment<\/strong> \u2013 not just in animal welfare. So, are you not an animal welfare NGO, but rather involved in vegan hospitality, environmental protection, coaching or healthcare, or running a sustainable start-up? The same referral modules and discounts from the table above apply to you too \u2013 just without the guaranteed 20-% base rate, which applies specifically to animal welfare NGOs. You can find out more about the entire system in our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/2budesign.com\/en\/magazine\/trust-as-a-business-strategy-how-2bu-design-puts-its-values-into-practice\/\">Trust as a Business Strategy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bewerbung-ablauf\">6. How the application process works<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The first meeting is our usual<span> <\/span><strong>coffee date<\/strong><span> <\/span>so we can get to know each other. You can simply book it via our website<span> <\/span><strong>on Calendly<\/strong><span> \u2013 for example, here below the article <\/span> \u2013 and answer the questions about your organisation as thoroughly as possible. The aim is to allow us to prepare for the meeting in advance so that neither of us wastes any of our valuable time. This initial meeting often leads straight on to the<span> <\/span><strong>briefing meeting<\/strong>, during which we work out together where your brand\u2019s journey should take it \u2013 and whether both sides can actually meet the conditions set out.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--znhbscuzkl\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Free, but not for nothing<\/h3>\n<p>For us, a free branding project is about more than just a one-off gesture: it\u2019s about making a difference for animals in partnership with an animal welfare organisation \u2013 whilst also raising our own profile in the process.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Twice a year<\/strong><span> <\/span>we donate a<span> <\/span><strong>complete branding system<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 positioning, visual identity and visualisations \u2013 to an animal welfare organisation.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">For us, \u2018free\u2019 means: <span> <\/span><strong>visibility<\/strong>, an open introduction at the start, and the <span> <\/span><strong>permission to showcase the project<\/strong> \u2013 these are all part of it.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s up to you to decide whether you want to play an active part in the process afterwards or hand it over to us.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">All applications that meet the requirements stand a chance of receiving <span> <\/span><strong> a 60 % discount <\/strong><span> <\/span> \u2013 so it\u2019s almost always worth applying.<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The application process begins with a <span> <\/span><strong>real conversation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--c7ea2dd6-e597-4823-8d00-b258c7a11576\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Do you think your organisation could really do with this opportunity?<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--c7ea2dd6-e597-4823-8d00-b258c7a11576\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"translation-block\">At 2bu design, we develop<span> <\/span><strong>brand identities for animal welfare organisations<\/strong><span> <\/span>\u2013 from positioning right through to the visual foundation of your brand.<span> <\/span><strong>Two places per year are completely free of charge<\/strong>, whilst all other eligible applications receive<span> <\/span><strong>a 60 % discount<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Book a no-obligation <span> <\/span><strong>Coffee Date via our website on Calendly<\/strong><span> <\/span>and tell us about your mission. Together, we\u2019ll find out whether your project is a good fit for this format \u2013 in an open and informal way, with no sales pressure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--default_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--default_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--default preset--module--divi-button--default\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/hello-2budesign\/30min\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Arrange a coffee date<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some values sound good on the \u2018About Us\u2019 page, but never really make a difference in day-to-day life. 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