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MISSING LINK TO IMPROVED HEALTH OUTCOMES

 
 
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The Missing Link: Giving MiLHO a Voice That Resonates

For communities left unheard, MiLHO (pronounced “Myloh”) provides more than education; they deliver empowerment. A Pennsylvania-based nonprofit, MiLHO focuses on improving health literacy and reducing disparities for underserved populations both locally and globally. But with a confusing and inconsistent identity, their mission was being lost in translation. When MiLHO came to us, they needed more than a logo; they needed clarity, confidence, and a platform to engage donors, build a board, and drive real change.

Through an intensive strategy process, we uncovered their core strengths, differentiators, and purpose — and translated these into a compelling brand ecosystem. We crafted messaging, mission, vision, attributes, and personas that spoke directly to their audience, paired with an identity system that’s unmistakable in a crowded healthcare landscape — finally delivering a toolkit that amplifies their story and invites connection.

MiLHO’s new brand doesn’t just look different — it stands for something different. A confident, authentic identity designed to fuel their mission and ensure their impact is seen, heard, and felt.

 
 

SCOPE OF SERVICES
•Brand Strategy & Development
•Identity & Graphic Design
•Tagline Development

TIME SPENT ON PROJECT
•4 Months

 
 

BRAND STRATEGY

MiLHO stands for Missing Link to Improved Health Outcomes. They are a nonprofit organization based in Pennsylvania, that focuses on improving health literacy and reducing health disparities for underserved communities - both locally and globally. They provide culturally adapted, evidence-based health education materials, with a particular emphasis on reaching minorities and vulnerable populations. Additionally, through MiLHO Initiative, they offer accessible and affordable online courses tailored to healthcare professionals in Africa and abroad.

They strongly believe that health is a fundamental human right. Their mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge to lead healthier lives through culturally appropriate and accessible health resources. They envision a world where health equity is achieved through increased awareness and education, driven by compassion and a commitment to leaving a better future for the next generation.

 

Brand Positioning Statements

  • To empower individuals to live healthier lives with evidence-based resources customized to the local community and created by local talent.

  • To create a world where health is not a privilege but a fundamental human right. We believe this is not just a dream but a reality that can be achieved through knowledge and awareness.

  • To do our part in creating a better future for those who will come after us, by showing compassion and care towards the world and its people.

  • MiLHO is the only nonprofit organization that offers culturally adapted health literacy materials and professional courses to underserved populations and healthcare workers in local and global communities. It aims to overcome language barriers and health disparities when access to equitable healthcare knowledge is limited.

  • MiLHO provides culturally tailored, evidence-based health resources to local and underserved vulnerable populations in a compassionate and accessible environment, empowering them with the knowledge to lead healthier lives.

  • MiLHO is a non-profit organization that offers culturally tailored, evidence-based health resources to underserved communities and healthcare professionals, empowering them to improve health outcomes and bridge health disparities.

Who MiLHO Serves

  • Primarily Hispanic and African populations, locally in the Lehigh Valley and globally, who benefit from free, culturally relevant health literacy materials.

  • Doctors, nurses, and community health workers, particularly in Africa, who rely on affordable, online courses to improve their knowledge and care delivery in underserved regions.

  • Philanthropists, community leaders, and business owners in the Lehigh Valley who support MiLHO’s mission of health equity through financial contributions and community engagement.

Core Attributes

  • At MiLHO, purpose drives everything we do. Our work is both practical and impactful, built with the determination to solve real-world health challenges. We show up with resilience, delivering solutions that are as functional as they are meaningful—making a tangible difference in the lives of the people we serve.

  • We care deeply about our impact on the world and the communities we touch. Every decision we make reflects our respect for the individuals we serve and our responsibility to deliver equitable, accessible healthcare education. We approach every challenge with thoughtfulness and a focus on creating lasting, positive change.

  • Precision and reliability are at the heart of our mission. We are relentless in our commitment to health literacy, ensuring that every resource, tool, and solution we provide is accurate, relevant, and effective. Our unwavering focus is on getting it right — for individuals, healthcare professionals, and entire communities.

  • MiLHO is rooted in hope and optimism. We believe in a brighter future where health literacy empowers people everywhere. Through our work, we aim to uplift communities, inspire action, and provide the tools people need to take charge of their health with confidence and clarity.

 
 

Personality
Friendly, Warm, Welcoming, Accepting, Positive, Happy, Familiar, Steady, Stable, Natural, Realistic

 
 

Voice
Simple and authentic, confident, inspiring, uplifting.


 
 

DIRECTIONAL PROCESS FOR LOGOMARK & WORDMARK

 
 
 
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VISUAL IDENTITY

 
 
 
 
 
 
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COLOR PALETTE

 
 

TYPEFACES

 
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BRAND GUIDELINES BOOK

 
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PATTERN SYSTEM

 

ICONOGRAPHY

 
 

ANIMATED TITLECARD OPENER

 
 
 

 PHOTOGRAPHY

 
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