Faison Center
Tucked away in a quiet little corner of Richmond, sits a community of support for individuals with autism and their families. The Faison Center, with two locations and more than 300 staff members, serves more than 400 people, ages 15 months to adult.
When they needed a partner to help manage their brand, tell their story and support their fundraising initiatives, they turned to Red Orange Studio. Acting as an extension of their staff, our team offers strategic oversight, compelling design, effective communications, and hands-on support for a variety of integrated marketing projects. From annual reports and events to digital content and web infrastructure, we help advance their mission and exceed their fundraising goals.
Honoring the Mission through Storytelling
Language is important at The Faison Center, and every image has the power to tell a story. As new partners, we immersed ourselves in The Faison Center’s mission, lifespan model, and the nuanced needs of the individuals and families they serve. Our approach centered on empathetic, precise storytelling—using the right language, tone, and visuals to honor real experiences while maintaining consistency and protecting privacy. Every deliverable was shaped by accessibility, inclusivity, and long-term brand stewardship.
Integrated Nonprofit Marketing, Website, and Fundraising Support
Red Orange Studio provided end-to-end marketing support, including annual report design and copywriting, fundraising event collateral, website hosting and management, and ongoing social media content. We also developed foundational brand assets—style guides, stationery, email signatures—and created streamlined digital and print-ready forms to support admissions and internal operations. Acting as a strategic extension of their team, we ensured all efforts were aligned, accessible, and mission-forward.
From Strategy to Execution: Marketing That Drives Fundraising Results
Through close collaboration on the launch of a new major fundraising event, The Faison Center exceeded their development goals for the year. Red Orange delivered a range of materials to support their 25th anniversary milestone year. The Annual Report brought student and family stories to life through heartfelt letters and compelling visuals—delivered on time and on budget. A consistent, brand aligned presence on social media told the inspirational stories of staff members and their heart for the work they do at The Faison Center. These stories, combined with recruitment campaigns, helped attract new team members.
Behind the scenes, our technical team performed a website audit and site migration to improve performance and accessibility. Most importantly, The Faison Center gained a deeply engaged partner invested in their mission and success.
