Web design that gives back Help More People, [ice]Online[/ice]
Non-profits do important work with stretched budgets and small teams. Your website has to inspire donors, recruit volunteers, share impact and keep stakeholders informed, all without becoming another job for an already busy staff.
Giving back is part of who we are. Since 2016 we’ve donated websites to charities through our charitable giving program, and registered non-profits receive a discount on our hourly services. We build sites that are easy to update, accessible to everyone and ready to accept online donations.
Types of businesses we serve
- Registered charities
- Community organizations
- Youth & education programs
- Heritage & arts groups
- Health charities
- Environmental groups
- Faith-based organizations
- Volunteer-run clubs
What matters to your audience What a Great Charity & Non-Profit Website [ice]Needs[/ice]
Charities need websites that do a lot with a little. These features help your mission travel further.
Tell Your Story
Impact stories, photos and numbers that show donors what their gift does.
Online Donations
Secure one-time and monthly giving, with automatic receipts.
Volunteer Sign-Ups
Forms that recruit and organize volunteers for events and programs.
Events & Tickets
Fundraisers, galas and registration built right in.
Accessible to All
AODA-ready design so everyone in your community can participate.
Easy for Volunteers
Simple editing so any board member can post an update.
Featured projectsFrom the Dragon’s [ice]Lair[/ice]
A few projects that show what we can do. Hover over one to see what it is.
- Charity website & rebrandWaterloo-Wellington Science & Engineering Fair (View project)
Non-profit websiteGarden Wilmot (Wilmot Horticultural Society) (View project)
Non-profit websiteLet’s Tree Wilmot (View project)
Charity logo & graphicsVisram Foundation Logo (View project)
Donated charity websiteOne Diaper Canada (View launch announcement)
How We [ice]Work[/ice] Together
Every project follows our proven four-phase process. You’ll work directly with Craig and Brenda the whole way, with a live preview on our staging server so you can see progress and give feedback at every step.
Compare Website Packages- DiscoverWe learn about your clients, your goals and what makes you different from the competition.
- DesignLayouts, colours and calls to action designed around what your clients need to see first.
- DevelopWe build every page and feature, then test on phones, tablets, browsers and screen readers.
- Launch & supportWe launch, train your team and stay on for hosting, maintenance and SEO.
Websites for good causesCharity and Non-Profit Websites That [ice]Inspire Action[/ice]
A charity or non-profit website has to tell a compelling story, show impact, build trust with donors and make it easy to give, volunteer or get help. It also needs to be easy for staff and volunteers to update, because non-profits rarely have spare time or budget.
We design non-profit websites with clear mission statements, impact stories, donation pages, volunteer sign-ups, event listings and resources for the people you serve. We use accessible design so everyone in your community can use the site.
Giving backOur Commitment to the [ice]Non-Profit Sector[/ice]
Supporting our community matters to us. Non-profits and charities may qualify for our non-profit discount, and through our charitable website donation program, we periodically donate a free website to a deserving organization.
We’ve designed and donated websites for organizations such as the Waterloo-Wellington Science and Engineering Fair and Tutoring Beyond Borders, and worked with community groups like the Wilmot Horticultural Society.
Questions we hear a lot Charity & Non-Profit [ice]FAQs[/ice]
Do you offer non-profit discounts?
Yes. Registered non-profits and charities receive around 15% off our hourly services. See our discounts.
How can we apply for a donated website?
Watch for our charitable website giveaway, and read about past donation winners.
Can we accept online donations?
Yes, through secure payment gateways, with automatic tax receipts if your charity issues them.
Can volunteers update the website?
Absolutely. We train your team and keep editing simple so anyone can post news or events.
Can we use CanadaHelps or similar donation platforms?
Yes. We can embed or link donation platforms like CanadaHelps, or build donations into your own website.
Can volunteers sign up online?
Yes. We create volunteer forms and can connect them to spreadsheets or volunteer management tools.
Can we list events and fundraisers?
Yes. Event calendars and registration can be built into your website.
Can you design annual reports?
Yes. We design annual and impact reports in print and accessible digital formats.
Can our website be accessible?
Yes. We design to WCAG 2.0 Level AA, which helps non-profits serve everyone and meet AODA requirements.
Can you help with Google Ad Grants?
Eligible charities can apply for Google Ad Grants. We can help set up and manage campaigns once approved.
Can members of our board update the site?
Yes. We set up user accounts with appropriate permissions and train your team.
Can we share our impact with stories and photos?
Yes. Story pages and galleries show donors the difference their support makes.