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A quickly growing studio based in Brooklyn, theCoup provides creative strategy and design to connect you with funders, clients, partners, news media, and the masses. We are activists and teachers, experienced with design, technology, and fundraising development.
coup \kü\ n : a brilliant, sudden, and highly successful stroke or act; a triumph
Thoughtful collaborations with groups striving toward social and economic justice enable us to transform information into knowledge, audience into action.
We offer a continuum of services: strategy, design, communications, technology, and training.
It’s the continuity between these services that enables you to get the most from each. It’s the continuity that allows you to avoid the hurdles that often stand between you and your goals.
Whether you need design, writing, strategic planning, or a technological boost, let us know how we can help.
Follow the links below to learn more about our recent projects.

Essential resources and services. Things you’ve needed but didn’t realize that you could have…
A few weeks ago, I became obsessed with a new website, a tool for peer-to-peer fundraising. I found the reason behind my obsession, and offer it to you as a clue for success.
Join us March 16th to watch the film 10 Tactics for Turning Information into Action!
Engage hearts to change minds. Learn a few strategies to write with more impact. Gather a few tips to sharpen your writing into effective communications.
There’s a new study out today with some advice on improving your online donations. In particular, it looks at how premiums can improve response rates and average gift sizes.
More from the blog.

We designed a website and postcards for this fabulous new workspace in Brooklyn, future home of theCoup.
Read: Brooklyn Creative League

The Working Families Party contacted us to help build a better website. We transformed their online brochure into an action-oriented site, with a focus on news and their audience's participation.
Read: Working Families
We worked with OutLoud on this logo to build a new identity for the youth radio organization. Aimed at teens in the SF bay area, it expresses the volume of their ideas, attitudes, and spirit.
Read: OutLoud Radio
Small changes in the local food system can make a big difference in the health of our communities. Share these free info cards (en Inglés y en Español)…
Read: Food Security
Reports on children affected by the armed conflict in Sri Lanka, Colombia, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.