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Sitemaps: Simplifying Website Navigation for Nonprofits
In today’s digital world, a nonprofit’s website is its front door. It’s where potential donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries first interact with the organization’s mission and values. Yet, even the most compelling website can lose its effectiveness if visitors struggle to navigate it. This is where sitemaps come into play. They…
Website Redesign Checklist: A Guide for Independent Schools
A well-designed website is crucial for independent schools, serving as both a digital front door and important communication hub. Whether you’re aiming to improve user experience, reflect updated branding, or better engage prospective families, a successful website redesign involves careful planning and execution. This comprehensive checklist will guide independent schools…
Understanding WCAG Guidelines: Creating Accessible Websites for All
The internet is an essential part of everyday life, providing access to information, communication, education, and services. However, for many individuals with disabilities, navigating the web can be challenging, if not impossible, without accessible design. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) offer a comprehensive framework for creating websites that are…
Streamlining Enrollment Management through Website Integration with CRMs
In the competitive landscape of education, effectively managing student enrollment processes can make all the difference for schools looking to attract and retain students. Traditional enrollment methods often involve paper forms, extensive email chains, and manual data entry, which can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. This is where integrating…
Measuring Website Success: Key Performance Indicators for Nonprofits
For nonprofit organizations, a website is more than just an online presence; it’s a critical tool for engagement, awareness, and action. But how do you know if your website is actually supporting your mission and goals? Measuring website success involves analyzing specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that reveal how well…
Design TLC Wins Gold in the MarCom Awards for The Winsor School Website!
We are thrilled to share that Design TLC, in collaboration with E&A Co., has won a MarCom Gold Award for our work on The Winsor School website! 🎉 This prestigious honor is a testament to the creativity, design excellence, and technical expertise that went into this project, and we are…
Google Analytics: Unveiling Insights for Nonprofit Websites
Data-driven decision-making is essential for websites, and Google Analytics stands out as a powerful tool that can help nonprofits refine their online presence and boost engagement. By unraveling website traffic data, user behavior, and content performance, nonprofits can make informed choices that align with their mission and optimize their impact….
Optimizing Website Navigation for Improved User Experience
Website navigation is one of the most critical components of any online platform. For small schools and nonprofits, it shapes how users-parents, donors, students, and community members-interact with and explore your site. Clear navigation helps these organizations convey their missions, provide essential information, and encourage engagement in a user-friendly way….
The Art of Calls-to-Action (CTAs): Driving Engagement for Nonprofits
One of the main goals of a website is to drive user engagement. For nonprofits, this engagement can take many forms-donations, volunteer sign-ups, newsletter subscriptions, or event registrations. Each of these actions is critical for the organization’s mission and success. The linchpin to ensuring this interaction happens is a well-crafted…
The Role of Visual Branding in Nonprofit Website Design
As a nonprofit organization, every message counts, and every connection with a potential supporter can be the difference between making an impact and falling short. Visual branding plays a crucial role in making these connections more meaningful and long lasting. It is the first impression a visitor has when they…
Staying Updated and Secure: Design TLC’s Commitment to Your WordPress Website
At Design TLC, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the ever-evolving digital landscape, particularly when it comes to WordPress. Recently, the WordPress community has been abuzz with news surrounding a public dispute between Automattic’s CEO, Matt Mullenweg, and one of its long-standing clients, WP Engine. While this…
The Power of Storytelling in Nonprofit Website Design
It is important for nonprofit organizations to create compelling websites that communicate their mission, engage supporters, and inspire action. While data, facts, and statistics are essential, they often fail to move people emotionally. Storytelling, on the other hand, has the unique power to humanize causes, bridge connections, and build empathy….
Design TLC’s 2024 Accessibility Commitment: Prompting Software Developers to Make Improvements
In 2024, Design TLC has embraced accessibility as a central focus in our website development, setting a standard for inclusive digital experiences. The team at Design TLC has not only made significant strides in fixing common accessibility errors on our own websites, but we have also reached out to plugin…
The Importance of Responsive Design for Small School and Nonprofit Websites
For small schools and nonprofit organizations, having a website that performs seamlessly across all devices is a necessity. With users accessing the internet from smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops, a website that doesn’t adapt to various screen sizes risks alienating large segments of its audience. Responsive web design refers to…
WordPress Plugins That Transform Nonprofit Websites
Nonprofits face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining their online presence. Whether it’s raising awareness, managing donations, or engaging with volunteers, nonprofits need powerful tools to achieve their goals. WordPress, as a flexible and user-friendly platform, is a popular choice among nonprofits. However, the true potential of a WordPress…
Celebrating Success: A Look at Our 3 Summer Website Launches
This summer has been a season of creativity, collaboration, and successful launches for our team at Design TLC. We had the privilege of working with three distinguished educational institutions, each seeking to revamp their digital presence and enhance their communication with their communities. Here’s a closer look at these exciting…
Crafting Engaging Content for Small School Websites
Creating engaging content for small school websites is essential to attract prospective families, keep current families informed, and showcase the school’s unique qualities. With limited resources and a tight-knit community, small schools must be strategic in their content creation efforts. This guide explores various strategies and tips for crafting compelling…
Enhancing User Experience (UX) for Nonprofit Websites
Creating a compelling and effective online presence is essential for nonprofits to achieve their missions. The cornerstone of this presence is a website that provides an excellent user experience (UX). This is not just about aesthetics; it’s about ensuring that visitors can easily find the information they need, engage with…
What Are the Top Pages on Your Nonprofit Website? How to Find Them and Optimize Them
Your nonprofit’s website is often the first point of contact for potential donors, volunteers, and supporters. Understanding which pages on your site attract the most traffic and optimizing them can significantly enhance your organization’s online presence and impact. This blog post will explore how to identify your top-performing pages and…
The Impact of SEO on School Enrollment: Strategies for Small Schools
Small schools, often operating with limited marketing budgets, must find cost-effective ways to increase visibility and attract prospective students. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is one such strategy that can significantly impact school enrollment. This blog post will delve into the impact of SEO on school enrollment and provide actionable strategies…