Web Building

Having a Web presence is no longer just for organizations with specifically technical missions. A Web presence is fairly easy and inexpensive to obtain, and it can be an invaluable tool. TechSoup's Web Building section will provide you with the tools and resources to build and host a Web site that will highlight your nonprofit organization's mission.

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Article List

Turn your mediocre nonprofit website into an engaging, high-traffic destination with these five tips.

You can build a nice-looking, professional website for your nonprofit without breaking the bank or being an expert, but only if you take the time to consider a few key questions.

When it comes to improving or overhauling your organization's website, arming yourself with a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and content management systems is crucial.

Add a calendar to your site with just an Internet connection, a Web browser, and some spare time.

In this article, we’ll explore some privacy issues surrounding web analytics and other website tools.

Protecting your donors' sensitive information isn't just a courtesy — it's the law.

Is the popular open-source solution to create and edit website content for non-technical users right for you?

Affordable solutions for planning, creating, and maintaining your organization’s online presence.

If your organization is building a new Web site from scratch — or updating an existing one — this article can help you plan and design a polished, functional site that meets your organization’s needs.

This is an excerpt from the 60 page independent Idealware report that provides a summary of what open source content management systems are, what features are often useful to nonprofits, and a detailed comparison of WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, and Plone.

Find out what nonprofits should look for when selecting a Web hosting provider.

Features to look to for in a content management system to help ensure prominent search-result placement.

Learn how three NPOs successfully created and implemented an internal Web site.

Key ideas to keep in mind when planning or evaluating design projects at your nonprofit.

Nine ideas for padding your blog when you're at a loss for words.

We'll show you tools you can use to update and manage content on small Web sites.

Tools and tricks for posting good content to your nonprofit's Web site.

How to introducing a secure online area where your nonprofit's board members can collaborate.

What to include, what to leave out, and new ways to think about the data you present.

Experts top tools for processing various types of payments on an existing Web site.

Ways to use your organization's home page to effectively to highlight your message.

Learn why your Web site's content is a complete mess — and how you can fix it.

Ten cost-effective and easy promotional techniques to generate a buzz about your new site.

Steps you can take to ensure that your Web site meets the needs and interests of your audience.

Easy, basic ways to show decision-makers how much impact your Web presence has.

Ten ways to push you further along the road to achieving your mission.

We’ll take a detailed look at the top blogging tools and outline key considerations.

Easy-to-use wiki sites can help your organization share information and collaborate.

Tagging will revolutionize the way you categorize information on the Web.

How to ensure that every page of your Web site offers real value to your readers.

We lay out eight easy steps to make a smooth transition from one provider to another.

Invest in a solid plan before seeking funding for or developing a Web-based initiative.

Webinar List

Short Evaluations of Real Websites
During this webinar, web design experts Susanne Hempel and Steve Williams take a look at a succession of real nonprofit and library websites.
Nov 10, 2011
A Cooperative Approach to Web Design
During the hour, Elliot Harmon explores the following four key concepts: your website's purpose, setting goals, conceptualizing your website, and content management systems. Jim Walker, founder of Big Car, then illustrates these points by taking you through the development of his website.
Oct 27, 2011
Integrating Social Media Into Your Website
This webinar focuses on best practices for integrating social media into organizational websites, including basic nuts-and-bolts changes to web page templates and enhancements to contact, staff, and email sign-up pages.
Feb 04, 2010