Resources & Insights

Free guides, templates, and best practices to help nonprofits and educational institutions improve their digital communications and data visualization capabilities.

Featured Resources

Website Planning Checklist

Comprehensive checklist to help you plan your nonprofit or educational institution's website redesign project, from goal-setting to launch.

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Data Visualization Best Practices

Learn how to transform your organization's data into compelling visual stories that engage stakeholders and demonstrate impact effectively.

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Accessibility Guidelines for Nonprofits

Essential accessibility standards and practical implementation tips to ensure your digital content serves all community members effectively.

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Impact Measurement Framework

Step-by-step framework for designing, implementing, and communicating your organization's impact measurement and evaluation efforts.

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Digital Strategy Template

Complete template to help you develop a comprehensive digital strategy that aligns with your organization's mission and goals.

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Content Strategy Workbook

Practical workbook to help you develop compelling content that resonates with your audience and advances your mission effectively.

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Latest Insights

5 Common Data Visualization Mistakes Nonprofits Make (And How to Fix Them)

Many nonprofits struggle to present their data effectively. Learn about the most common pitfalls and practical solutions to make your data more compelling and accessible.

Data Visualization Best Practices

Published: June 1, 2025

Making Your Website Accessible: A Practical Guide for Educational Institutions

Accessibility isn't just about compliance—it's about ensuring your digital presence serves all community members. Here's how to implement meaningful accessibility improvements.

Accessibility Web Design

Published: May 28, 2025

The ROI of Good Design: How Visual Communications Impact Nonprofit Fundraising

Research shows that well-designed communications significantly impact donor engagement and retention. Learn how to measure and maximize the impact of your visual communications.

Fundraising Design Impact

Published: May 25, 2025

Building Dashboards That Drive Action: Lessons from NYC Schools

Not all dashboards are created equal. Learn from real-world examples how to design data dashboards that actually inform decision-making and drive program improvements.

Dashboards Case Study

Published: May 22, 2025

Free and Low-Cost Tools Every Nonprofit Should Know About

Maximize your impact on a budget with these free and discounted tools available to nonprofits and educational institutions, from design software to analytics platforms.

Tools Budget-Friendly

Published: May 20, 2025

Transforming Annual Reports: From Text-Heavy to Visually Compelling

Annual reports don't have to be boring. Discover strategies for creating engaging, visual reports that effectively communicate your organization's impact and engage stakeholders.

Report Design Storytelling

Published: May 18, 2025

Recommended Tools & Platforms

Free Design Tools

Canva for Nonprofits: Free access to premium features for registered nonprofits

Adobe for Nonprofits: Significant discounts on Creative Cloud subscriptions

Figma: Powerful free tier for web and app design

Data Visualization

Google Looker Studio: Free dashboard and reporting tool

Tableau for Nonprofits: Free licenses available through Tableau Foundation

Power BI for Nonprofits: Heavily discounted pricing for eligible organizations

Website Platforms

WordPress for Nonprofits: Free hosting and premium features through WordPress.com

Squarespace for Good: Discounted pricing for nonprofits

Webflow for Nonprofits: Free accounts for qualifying organizations

Productivity & Collaboration

Google Workspace for Nonprofits: Free and discounted G Suite access

Microsoft 365 for Nonprofits: Free and discounted Office 365 plans

Slack for Nonprofits: 85% discount on paid plans

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Resource Categories

  • Website Planning & Design
  • Data Visualization
  • Accessibility & Compliance
  • Impact Measurement
  • Digital Strategy
  • Content & Communications

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