How to access Affinity applications with your Canva Nonprofits account

In an exciting collaboration, Canva and Affinity have teamed up to offer free access to Affinity’s professional design tools for verified Canva for Nonprofits users. This initiative aims to empower non-profit organisations with powerful design capabilities, enabling them to create impactful visuals without the financial burden. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to access these fantastic tools.

Verify your Canva for Nonprofits account

Before you can access Affinity applications, you need to ensure your Canva for Nonprofits account is verified. If you haven’t done this yet, read our previous blog or follow the steps below:

1. Apply for Canva for Nonprofits: Visit the Canva for Nonprofits page and click on Apply for Canva Nonprofits button.
2. Submit Required Documentation: Provide the necessary documentation to prove your non-profit status. This may include your charity registration number or other relevant documents.
3. Wait for Verification: Canva will review your application and notify you once your account is verified.

Download the Affinity applications

Once your Canva for Nonprofits account is verified, you can download the Affinity applications. Affinity offers three main tools:

• Affinity Designer: A vector graphics and illustration app that combines vector design with pixel-based textures and retouching.
• Affinity Photo: A photo editing app that offers a range of features for editing photos, creating art, and more.
• Affinity Publisher: A desktop publishing (DTP) application that allows users to create, publish, and share print-ready or electronic publications.

All these apps are available for Windows, macOS and iPadOS. Here’s how to get them:

1. Visit the Affinity Download Page: Go to the Affinity download page.
2. Choose Your Platform: Select the appropriate version for your device (Windows, macOS or iPadOS).
3. Download and Install: Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the applications on your device.

Sign in with Canva

After installing the Affinity applications, you need to sign in using your Canva account:

1. Open the Affinity Application: Launch the Affinity app(s) you installed.
2. Select ‘Sign in with Canva’: On the sign-in screen, choose the option to sign in with Canva.
3. Authorise Access: You will be redirected to a page where you need to authorise Affinity to access your Canva account. Click Allow to proceed.
4. Complete Sign-In: Follow any additional prompts to complete the sign-in process. You should see a welcome message confirming your access.

Start creating!

With Affinity applications now linked to your Canva account, you’re ready to start creating stunning designs. Whether you’re working on promotional materials, social media graphics, or any other visual content, Affinity’s professional-grade tools will help you achieve your goals.

Tips for using Affinity applications

• Explore Tutorials: Affinity offers a range of tutorials to help you get started. Check out their tutorials page for helpful guides.
• Join the Community: Engage with other users in the Affinity forums to share tips, ask questions, and get inspired. Sign up to their forum to ask questions.
• Experiment with Features: Take advantage of the powerful features in Affinity Designer, Photo, and Publisher to enhance your designs.

By leveraging the combined power of Canva and Affinity, your non-profit can create professional-quality visuals that amplify your message, and drive your mission and ministry forward.

Please note that the Methodist Church does not promote or endorse any paid supplier of services, and would encourage churches to do their own research before choosing a supplier.