Kangel Foundation · Brand identity · Non-profit

A brand that feels like light

Identity for a non-profit supporting Venezuelan youth, the elderly and people without a home.

Role
Creative Director
Year
2021
Client
Karelis Carolina, founder
Scope
Logo, identity, wear
Read
2 min

Results

  • 3audiences in one brand: youth, elderly, donors
  • Rutacaairline alliance with co-branded wear
  • 1star that works with or without the name

The problem

Karelis wanted to give back to people in need across Venezuela. The foundation needed one compassionate identity for youth, the elderly and donors alike.

The name joins the K of Karelis with angel, after people who said she was like the light of an angel.

Key decisions

  1. 01

    An icon of angelic light

    The star with its halo turns the story behind the name into one simple mark.

    Sketches of icon ideas around angelic light
  2. 02

    Read from afar

    A heavy, legible typeface makes the foundation feel solid and grounded.

    Kangel letterhead
  3. 03

    The star travels alone

    Separated from the logotype, the star still carries the meaning and is easy to remember.

    Kangel sweaters with the star
  4. 04

    Wear for every alliance

    Co-branded wear for events with regional foundations and the airline Rutaca.

    Kangel and Rutaca T-shirt

Contact

Want the full story?

keduarts@gmail.com