Timeline & Deliverables

What you'll receive and when to expect it.

This project is scoped for a 6-week timeline from kickoff to launch. Each phase has clear deliverables and approval gates to keep momentum while ensuring quality.

Week 1

Discovery & Strategy

We begin with our alignment call to review scope, goals, and content strategy. You'll provide brand assets, existing content, and any reference sites you admire.

Deliverables:

  • Project kickoff call (60 minutes)
  • Content questionnaire and asset collection
  • Sitemap and page structure proposal
Weeks 2-3

Design & Mockups

We create visual designs for your homepage and key interior pages. You'll see desktop and mobile views, full color palette, typography choices, and layout structure.

Deliverables:

  • Homepage design mockup (desktop + mobile)
  • Interior page templates (programs, impact, news)
  • Two rounds of design revisions
  • Design approval and sign-off
Weeks 3-5

WordPress Development

Once designs are approved, we build your site in WordPress. All pages are coded responsively, optimized for speed, and configured for easy content management.

Deliverables:

  • Custom WordPress theme development
  • Responsive implementation across devices
  • SEO optimization and metadata setup
  • Staging site for your review
Week 5

Content & Testing

We integrate your content, test all functionality, and conduct quality assurance across browsers and devices. You'll review the staging site and request final adjustments.

Deliverables:

  • Content migration and formatting
  • Cross-browser and device testing
  • Final revision round (minor adjustments)
  • Pre-launch approval
Week 6

Training & Launch

We provide WordPress training, launch your site, and ensure everything is running smoothly. You'll receive documentation and 30 days of post-launch support.

Deliverables:

  • WordPress CMS training session (45 minutes)
  • User documentation for common tasks
  • Site launch and DNS configuration
  • 30-day post-launch support window

What's Included

Custom WordPress Theme

Built specifically for your nonprofit, not a generic template. Clean code, optimized performance, and designed around your content.

Mobile-Responsive Design

Every page adapts beautifully to phones, tablets, and desktops. Mobile-first approach ensures accessibility for all visitors.

SEO Foundation

Proper heading structure, meta descriptions, alt text, and clean URLs. Your site will be discoverable by search engines from day one.

User-Friendly CMS

WordPress backend configured for easy updates. Add news posts, update events, and edit pages without technical knowledge.

Performance Optimization

Fast load times through optimized images, clean code, and caching. Better user experience and improved search rankings.

Training & Documentation

Live training session plus written guides for managing your site. You'll feel confident making updates independently.

Revision Structure

Design Phase

Two rounds of revisions on mockups. This allows you to refine colors, layout, typography, and overall aesthetic before development begins.

Development Phase

One round of revisions after staging site review. This covers minor adjustments, content tweaks, and functionality refinements.

Additional Revisions

If needed beyond the included rounds, additional revisions are billed at an hourly rate. This keeps the project on schedule while offering flexibility.

WordPress website design services

Ready to Move Forward?

Let's schedule our alignment call to discuss your vision, timeline, and how we can bring your nonprofit's story online.

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