We're proud to partner with clients whose work inspires us.
We work with clients across sectors and spaces to help them interpret, preserve, and share the histories that matter most to them.
Our clients span the public and private sectors and include corporations, nonprofits, law firms, museums, universities, and government agencies. Each engagement is tailored to the unique stories, values, and legacies our clients seek to honor and communicate. Our clients share a common belief: history isn’t just about the past — it’s a way to connect with people, reflect on values, and shape the future. Whether it’s for internal alignment, public storytelling, or legacy-building, we help organizations bring their history to life in ways that feel meaningful, strategic, and true to who they are.
Below is a selection of organizations with whom we've been privileged to collaborate.
Rockford Rescue Mission
Background
Founded in 1964 by Reverend Gerald (G.O.) and Nadine Pitney, the Rockford Rescue Mission began as a small storefront Mission in downtown Rockford. Over six decades, it has grown into a cornerstone of social and spiritual support in Northern Illinois, providing shelter, life recovery programs, education, healthcare, and a range of critical services to thousands of individuals each year.
Project Scope
The Rockford Rescue Mission engaged us to help preserve and present its rich legacy. Our work focused on organizing and managing the Mission’s archival materials, and developing a cohesive historical narrative using documents, artifacts, photographs, and oral histories. The goal was to ensure that the Mission’s powerful story could be shared with staff, donors, and the broader community, as well as ensure that the Mission's leadership would have easier access to archival materials in the decades ahead.
Deliverables
The project will culminate in two permanent exhibits:
- Staff-Focused Exhibit: Located near the executive and staff offices, this installation will feature documents and artifacts selected for their relevance and impact to the Mission’s team. It serves as a daily reminder of the organization's legacy and mission.
- Public-Facing Exhibit: Designed to be immersive and accessible, this exhibit will invite residents, visitors, and community members to explore the Mission’s evolution—from its storefront beginnings to its present-day role as a regional leader in holistic recovery and support.
Further, we are reconfiguring the Mission's archive room to shift it from a general storage area into a structured and managed archival space. This transformation involves implementing a clear system for cataloging and organizing materials, improving preservation conditions, and developing protocols to ensure long-term accessibility and care. By moving beyond passive storage, we are establishing a working archive that supports research, promotes the Mission's historical development, and reflects best practices in archival management.
This transformation reduces the risk of material loss, ensures more efficient retrieval of records, and minimizes redundancies in administrative efforts. Over time, this increases operational efficiency and decreases the costs associated with disorganized or inaccessible materials.
Impact
This project ensures that the Rockford Rescue Mission’s history is not only preserved, but also shared with intention—honoring its founders, celebrating decades of transformation, and inspiring future generations of supporters and changemakers. ROI will be achieved through greater visibility, increased donor support, and significantly improved access to materials.