Using the best nonprofit websites for design inspiration is a great way to guide your new nonprofit website project.
Check out our list below of the best nonprofit websites and why they are great!
Best nonprofit websites
YMCA
Website: YMCA.org
YMCA has a beautiful people centered website that helps visitors know how to take a next step (find your Y) and strongly communicates their culture and programs (youth development, healthy living, social responsibility).
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (Who We Are, What, We Do, Get Involved, Donate)
- Homepage content leads with “Find your Y” to connect online visitors to in-person local facility
- Homepage displays numbers related to impact as well as a curated list of impact stories
- People centered images throughout
- Motion transitions used throughout
- Navigation pops out to half screen view to easily navigate between pages
Samaritan’s Purse
Website: SamaritansPurse.org
Samaritan’s Purse has a content rich website that leads with the impact of their many programs.
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (get involved, give)
- Homepage content displays articles on program impact
- People centered images throughout
- Use of powerful video (SPTV) to show stories of impact
Doctors Without Borders
Website: DoctorsWithoutBorders.org
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has a clean modern design with clear copy that informs and inspires next steps.
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (get involved, donate)
- Homepage content displays articles on program impact
- People centered images throughout
- Use of numbers on homepage to communicate impact but also financial transparency (see footer)
Make-A-Wish
Website: Wish.org
Make-A-Wish has a beautiful website that takes design cues from their brand and kids-centered mission.
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (get involved, donate)
- People centered images throughout
- Numbers used on homepage to communicate impact
- Use of powerful video to show stories of impact
- Motion transitions used throughout
- Volunteer success stories inspire visitors to become volunteers
World Vision
Website: WorldVision.org
World Vision has a beautiful content rich website that informs and inspires visitors to take action through sponsoring a child and many other initiatives.
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (get involved) and above the fold (sponsor a child)
- Homepage content displays articles on program impact
- Homepage displays numbers to communicate financial transparency
- Motion graphics used on homepage
- People centered images throughout
Wycliffe Bible Translators
Website: Wycliffe.org
Wycliffe has a beautiful website with hand drawn elements and
What makes it great:
- Homepage has easy to find next steps in navigation (get involved, donate, give now)
- Homepage content displays articles on program impact
- Homepage displays numbers to communicate mission impact
- Motion graphics used on homepage
- People centered images throughout
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