GRAPHIC DESIGN
ILLUSTRATION
UNAPOLOGETICALLY
IDEALISTIC
UNAPOLOGETICALLY
IDEALISTIC
GRAPHIC DESIGN?
I’m a graphic designer fueled by a spark that powers mission‑driven work.
I partner with nonprofits and community initiatives to ignite their message through bold visual storytelling, specializing in layout and branding design that turns purpose into impact.
FEATURED WORK
PRINT + DIGITAL TEMPLATES
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FUEL FOR THE FIRE
Voices From the Heart of the Work
Monica is great to work with and we benefitted greatly from her expertise and help.
Aaron Johnson
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago
Monica's ability to take feedback & pivot on the spot & between meetings made
the relationship an enjoyable & productive experience.
Caryn Grant
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago
Willenborg Civic Action Design team helped us create a consistent, on-brand look for our communications that we still use today. Their mission-focused designs pushed our marketing to the next level. We were amazed with the final outcome!
Roberto Mendez
Erie Neighborhood House
Our experience with the Willenborg Civic Action Design team of graphic designers was inspiring and incredibly successful. With their creativity and guidance, we have a refreshed outlook on our brand along with materials that capture all that we do in a visually exciting way. We know that we’ll use these materials not just for now, but as an inspiration for future projects as well. In addition to wonderful deliverables, this team was a joy to work with; they are effective communicators, open to feedback, and friendly. We feel thankful and lucky to have worked with them.
Corina Robinson
Beyond Hunger of Oak Park
FUEL FOR THE FIRE
Voices From the Heart of the Work
Monica's ability to take feedback & pivot on the spot & between meetings made the relationship a productive & enjoyable experience.
CARYN GRANT | ASSOCIATE BOARD MEMBER
REBUILDING TOGETHER METRO CHICAGO
Monica is great to work with and we benefitted greatly from her expertise and help.
AARON JOHNSON | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
REBUILDING TOGETHER METRO CHICAGO
The Willenborg Civic Action Design team helped us create a consistent, on-brand look for our communications that we still use today. The impact has been significant and lasting. Their work was branded, creative, and professional. The team’s mission-focused designs pushed our marketing to the next level. We were amazed with the final outcome!
ROBERTO MENDEZ | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
Our experience with the Willenborg Civic Action Design team of graphic designers was inspiring and incredibly successful. With their creativity and guidance, we have a refreshed outlook on our brand along with materials that capture all that we do in a visually exciting way. We know that we’ll use these materials not just for now, but as an inspiration for future projects as well. In addition to wonderful deliverables, this team was a joy to work with; they are effective communicators, open to feedback, and friendly. We feel thankful and lucky to have worked with them.
CORINA ROBINSON | COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
BEYOND HUNGER
FUEL FOR THE FIRE
Voices From the Heart of the Work
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Our experience with the Willenborg Civic Design team was inspiring and incredibly successful. With their creativity and guidance, we have a refreshed outlook on our brand along with materials that capture all that we do in a visually exciting way. We know that we’ll use these materials not just for now, but as an inspiration for future projects as well. In addition to wonderful deliverables, this team was a joy to work with; they are excellent communicators, open to feedback, and friendly. We feel thankful and lucky to have worked with them.
Corina Robinson
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Monica was a great asset to our team. She was very pleasant and informative. She made herself available whenever we had a question. We look forward to additional collaboration opportunities.
Leedell Thornton
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Working with Willenborg Civic Action Design team was an excellent experience for Erie House. They helped the Marketing and Communications Department establish a consistent, on-brand look for our e-newsletters and promotional flyers that we continue to use to showcase the amazing work happening in our community The team truly understood Erie House's values and pushed our marketing to the next level. Their work was branded, creative, and professional. We were amazed with the final outcome and deeply impressed with everyone's contributions throughout the collaborative process. We're grateful for the partnership and the lasting tools they've provided our organization.
Roberto Mendez
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Monica's ability to take feedback & pivot on the spot & between meetings made the relationship a productive & enjoyable experience.
Caryn Grant
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Monica is great to work with and we benefitted greatly from her expertise and help.
Aaron Johnson