Opening Village Doors Foundation Website

OVDF aims to empower individuals in the fight against poverty by increasing access to education and training. Its roots in Kenya and Grand Rapids tie into a profound commitment to making a positive impact. Our board members, each passionate about Africa, empowerment, philanthropy, and direct impact, joined OVDF to bring this vision to life.

Key Objectives:

● Modernize the WordPress site with a fresh color scheme while retaining the logo for continuity.

● Ensure a responsive design that attracts and supports large traffic.

● Implement rapid updates, robust donation support, and optimization for increased traffic.

Results:

● A sleek, modern website aligning with our mission.

● Faster load speed, compelling UX, and increased traffic.

● Emotional resonance with donors through spotlighting our initiatives.

● Contribution to the noble cause of making a positive difference in impoverished communities.

Achievements:

● Successfully translated stakeholder vision into a visually appealing and functional website.

● Elevated the user experience with subtle interactions and animations, enhancing the overall look and feel.

● Restructured information architecture and content for clarity and engagement.

● Achieved 32% decrease in the bounce rate and a 40% increase in user interaction metrics.

Learnings from our team:

● Put academic learning into practical application, aligning theory with real-world impact.

● Learned how to achieve a balance between user-centricity and meeting stakeholder requirements.

Big thanks to our dedicated team for their hard work! Stay tuned for the official launch. #WebsiteRedesign #NonprofitImpact #DigitalTransformation

Project Team