Nancy Ruzow is the founder of Ruzow Graphics — an award-winning Connecticut & NYC graphic design firm with 40+ years of experience in nonprofit annual and impact reports, donor communications, and fundraising materials.  As a strategic partner, she transforms complex information into clear, compelling communication that drives funding and engagement. 

“Our community-based nonprofit was lucky to have Ruzow Graphics work with us on our brand refresh. The entire process was seamless and very easy. After talking on the phone with Nancy about a vision for a new logo for our nonprofit she instantly understood what we were looking for and created images that matched our vision. It’s hard to please everyone with a logo because everyone has a different opinion, but we were able to please everyone with Nancy’s design work. We love our new logo!”

— Carolyn Wilson, Senior Health Program Coordinator, Groton Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention

Carolyn Wilson

“Nancy Ruzow is more than a designer; she is an amazing storyteller! We launched a fundraising campaign to create the “Hillary Rodham Clinton Chair in Women’s History.” When we presented our very rough content, Nancy immediately saw the narrative structure that had eluded us. Two separate $1 million gifts were directly inspired by Nancy’s amazing work with one of those donors specifically mentioning how the print piece prompted her to give at a much higher level than she might otherwise have considered. I have often heard colleagues say, “People don’t give to brochures.” Their brochures were not designed by Nancy Ruzow.”

— Michael Cooper, Associate Vice President, University of Oxford

“Ruzow Graphics was hired to be part of our newly emerging marketing and development team. Our goal was to create user-friendly materials turning traditional marketing and development materials into a branding opportunity to reflect our values and mission. Nancy’s work with us has been very rewarding and continues to help shape our marketing and branding efforts.”

— Dr. Steven Kant, CEO, Boys & Girls Village

Dr. Steven Kant

“As an Architect and creative individual, I was searching for a Graphic Designer who could articulate an image for my firm. Nancy asks questions that I had not thought to ask myself, helping me identify what was important for my logo.”

— Andrea Zaff, Architect, Zaff Architecture

Andrea Zaff

“Nancy brings boundless creativity, attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented attitude to every job — no matter how big or small. She has added tremendous value to every collaboration, making each project more successful than the last.”

— Laura Gallo
, COO
, New York Building Congress

Laura Gallo, Esq.

“Nancy is a collaborator as well as a designer. Despite the challenges associated with attempting to satisfy so many people on our team, Nancy not only retains her sense of humor but is flexible and tremendously efficient, to boot.”

— Harry Althaus, Project Manager, NYU

Harry Althaus

“Nancy is a gifted designer and provides an exceptional level of service for her clients. I had a fantastic experience working with her on a "short-fuse" project last year. I appreciate her attention to detail and ability to work within established corporate branding guidelines, yet add a flair of creativity too."

— Drake Manning, Senior Director, Head of Communications, Swiss Re

Drake Manning

“Nancy brings to the table much more than just graphic design — she helps visualize ideas even before I can verbalize them. She brings fun into the process but takes her job very seriously. I highly recommend Nancy’s work for anyone in need of a great designer.”

— Gini Shoyhet, Marketing Director, M3 USA, A Sony Group Company

Gini Shoyhet, MBA, PMP

"I have worked with Nancy since 2009. I remember being immediately impressed with her creativity, integration of client branding, and quick turn-around time for our printed materials.

After transitioning to New York University and being able to hire my own freelance designer, Nancy was my first and only call. She has created truly memorable and original pieces for us. I am particularly impressed with her use of color and uniquely designed illustrations. The school’s leadership was so overjoyed with the pieces that they requested she also create the annual holiday cards. Again, each concept she sent was truly innovative and reflected the company’s own style and branding. Nancy has always been willing to help me out with last-minute requests and is timely with edits, which makes my life much easier. It has been a true privilege to work with her and I wouldn't trust my designs with anyone else!"

— Christine Biela, NYU, Global Institute of Public Health

Christine B.

“In my experience working with Nancy Ruzow for more than twenty years, she has consistently delivered exceptional creative product, service, and pricing. Ruzow Graphics is an invaluable partner when I’m my nonprofit organization's communications strategy. From urgent ad production to lengthy directories, impact reports, annual reports, and event materials, Ruzow does it all with style, competence, and exceptional good nature. We'd be lost without Nancy!"

— Cathy A. DelliCarpini-Kruse
, Senior Vice President/COO
, New York Building Congress

Cathy DelliCarpini Kruse

"Ruzow Graphics exceeded expectations, which were high to begin with knowing the quality of Nancy's work and how she applies the breadth of her experience. She was a patient and productive coach who helped my thinking to distill our message, meet the deadlines, and be proud of the quality of the materials I present to discerning professionals. Everything went smoothly and her check-ins with me when a deadline was approaching were always friendly and respectful of the many other decisions I needed to make at the same time. Nancy's a dream to collaborate with - friendly, knowledgeable, solutions-focused, and with a superlative eye for design."

— Sally Benner, Associate Vice President for Medical Sciences Development at the University of Oxford, North America

Sally Benner