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How to Write the Perfect ‘About Us’ Page for Your Charity

Craft a compelling ‘About Us’ page for your charity. Learn tips to connect with donors and supporters, from storytelling to design

Jan 62 min read

Mobile Marvels: Why Your Charity Website Needs to Shine on Mobile

Is your charity website stuck in the desktop age? Mobile donations are surging! Learn how a mobile-friendly site boosts fundraising.

Jan 13 min read

New Year, New You, New Website: Time to Refresh Your Charity's Online Presence

Start the new year with a fresh website for your charity. Discover why it's the perfect time for a website refresh

Dec 23, 20244 min read

A Year in Reflection: My First Year as Made by Katie

Where has the year gone? Just me reflecting on my first year in business as Made by Katie

Dec 12, 20244 min read

What is the Best Free Website Builder for a Nonprofit or Charity?

There are plenty of free website builders out there that can help you create a stunning site without breaking the bank.

Dec 2, 20243 min read

12 Days of Giving: Creative Ways Charities Can Spread Holiday Cheer

Spread holiday cheer and inspire year-end giving! 12 creative ways charities can raise funds! From caroling to Santa runs, get inspired!

Nov 30, 20243 min read

Small Business Saturday – Why Supporting Small Matters

Celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting independent businesses like mine! I design beautiful, affordable websites for charities.

Nov 29, 20243 min read

7 Signs Your Charity Needs a New Website

Is your charity's website outdated or hard to navigate? Find out the 7 signs it’s time for a redesign and how a fresh, modern site can help

Nov 19, 20242 min read

Take the Stress Out of Christmas Content Creation

Take the stress out of Christmas content creation with this ready to use Instagram post bundle for your charity.

Nov 11, 20244 min read

What is the Best Domain for a Charity?

Your domain name is the online face of your charity. Learn why choosing the right one.

Nov 1, 20244 min read

5 Common Charity Website Problems (and How to Fix Them)

Is your charity website a dusty filing cabinet? Fix these 5 common website woes & turn it into a fundraising powerhouse!

Oct 1, 20243 min read

Boo-tiful Fundraising: 10 Spooktacular Ideas for Your Charity this Halloween

Don't be a fundraising scaredy-cat! 10 spooktacular ideas for charities to raise funds this Halloween. Get haunting and have fun!

Sep 2, 20243 min read

How to Create a Charity Website That Reflects Your Brand and Values

Your charity's brand is its superhero costume! Craft a website that reflects your values and empowers your mission.

Aug 21, 202414 min read

The ultimate list of UK Awareness and Inclusion Days in 2025 for Charitable and Communications professionals

To help you plan your 2025 content calendar, I've compiled this list of awareness and inclusion days. Enjoy

Aug 1, 20242 min read

Storytelling in Web Design: How to make your charity stand out

Weave storytelling into your web design and make your charity stand out

Jul 14, 20248 min read

How Much Does a Charity Website Cost?

Curious about charity website costs? This article breaks down price ranges from DIY to custom designs, guiding you to the best fit for you.

Jul 1, 20242 min read

How to Design a Charity Website that Makes Giving Easy

Donating should be easy and joyful! Learn how to design a website that empowers supporters and makes giving a breeze!

Jun 27, 20243 min read

The Top 5 Website Features Every Charity Needs

Discover the top 5 must-have website features every charity needs to engage supporters, boost donations, and streamline operations.

Jun 3, 20242 min read

Small Charity, Big Impact: How to design a charity website

Limited resources? Build a BIG impact website! Tips for busy charities to create user-friendly websites that get results.

May 1, 20242 min read

How to Create an Authentic Charity Website That Inspires Giving

Beautiful websites attract, but compassionate ones inspire action. Learn how to weave authenticity & compassion into your charity website!

I've been sat on this colour palette collection for like 2 months now because I wanted to be clever and post it on a snow day. And whilst we've come close to snow, it's not actually happened yet. So here is some snow themed palettes, mostly because if I don't post it now, I'll forget I've made it.

Which is your favourite? ❄️

#colorpalette #color #colors #graphicdesign #design #colorinspiration #colourpalette #colorscheme #branding #colorful #colortheory #designinspiration #colour #brandidentity #pantone #inspiration #graphicdesigner

We all know that feeling when that 3-year screening letter lands... and let's be honest, nobody's jumping for joy 🫠

But here's the thing - those few minutes of feeling awkward or nervous could literally save your life. And if you're feeling worried or embarrassed, you're not alone in that. But remember nurses have seen it all, and they are litterally at your cervix. Cervical cancer is preventable, and that screening is the best chance of catching it early.

So do yourself a favour and when you get summond, GO GET CHECKED.

#CervicalCancerPrevention #ScreeningSavesLives #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth #cervicalcancerpreventionweek

With more than half of website traffic coming from phones, a mobile-friendly site is a must-have for the new year.

✨ Quick Fix: Test your site on your phone. Make sure buttons work, text is easy to read, and navigation feels smooth. Small tweaks now can lead to big results!

Let’s set your website (and your charity) up for success in 2025.

#NewYearNewWebsite #CharityWebsites #MobileFirst

Want to make your website feel more welcoming or professional in the new year? A simple font change can do wonders! Let’s pick a pair that reflects your vibe and your mission. 💻 Ready for a new look in 2025?

#NewYearNewFonts #SimpleChanges #FontUpgrade

Common New Year's Resolutions:
🥗 Meal prep (lasted 3 days)
📚 Read more (bought books, didn't open them)
🏃‍♀️ Run daily (the shoes look nice though!)
💻 Get a new website (← I can actually help with this one!)
#NewYearNewWebsite #ResolutionsYouCanKeep

"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new." – Socrates ✨ As we kick off 2025, let’s stop stressing over the past and put our energy into creating something fresh and exciting. The future is waiting for us to make it awesome, one step at a time! 🌱

#NewYearNewVibes #FocusOnTheFuture #2025Goals #EmbraceTheChange

Kickstart the year by refreshing your website’s visuals and success stories. Real, authentic imagery and impactful stories build trust and show supporters the difference they make.

✨ Quick Fix: Swap outdated photos for fresh ones and share recent highlights of your work. A little update can go a long way in inspiring new and existing supporters!

#NewYearNewWebsite #CharityWebsites #FreshStart

🔮 Your Website Horoscope 2025: 'This year brings a powerful transformation! A mysterious web designer will enter your life... Your online donations will dramatically improve... Success lies in booking that discovery call...' The stars have spoken!

Recovering from the Christmas chaos and easing into 2025. What’s your favourite palette???

Redesigning your charity website is a bit like signing up for the gym:
💪 You know it's important.
🙈 You keep putting it off.
✨ But once you dive in, the results are AMAZING!

Ready to stop procrastinating and start building? Think of me as your website personal trainer, guiding you every step of the way! Let's smash those 2025 new year resolutions together.

✨ New Year, New Fonts! ✨ Sometimes, a fresh font pairing is all it takes to give your website a new vibe. A little change can make a big impact—just like a fresh start for the new year! 🖋️

#NewYearNewFonts #FontPairing #WebsiteGlowUp

EEK! What a fantastic way to start the year with the launch of my latest web design project for the amazing charity, @fromebirthtalk 🎉

Frome Birth Talk is a compassionate organisation dedicated to supporting new parents and families in Frome and the surrounding areas. They offer free mental health counselling, baby loss support, and drop-in groups to help parents navigate the challenges of early parenthood.

Their new website needed to do more than just look good—it had to highlight their vital services and encourage donations to keep these services free for those who need them most. 💙

I’m so proud of the result: a beautifully designed, streamlined website with fresh, engaging copy that truly reflects the heart and mission of Frome Birth Talk.

Check out the new site and see how you can support their amazing work! 💻🌐

What do you think?????

#WebDesign #FromeBirthTalk #CharitySupport #MentalHealth #ParentSupport #NewWebsite #WebDesignForGood #LaunchDay #SupportLocalCharities

"Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect." – Alan Cohen. As we step into the new year, remember: you don’t need to wait for everything to fall into place. Taking that first step is what creates momentum and makes everything align. Here’s to embracing new beginnings and trusting the journey ahead in 2025! 🚀

#NewYearNewBeginnings #TakeTheFirstStep #TrustTheProcess #2025Goals

Finally back at my desk after Christmas and a long bout of sickness and trying to work out who I am and what I do 🫠

This year, make your website work harder for you. If visitors don’t know who you are or how to help within seconds, they’re likely to click away.

✨ Quick Fix: Simplify your homepage. Focus on your mission, your impact, and one clear call to action – like Donate Now or Get Involved.

A clean, focused homepage = happy visitors + more support for your cause. Let’s start 2025 strong!

#NewYearNewWebsite #CharityWebsites #DigitalGlowUp

Rock painting is a great activity until you realise you now have a large rock collection that you need to find homes for 🪨

Let's tick that last box together! 💪 #NewYearNewWebsite #2025Goals #newyearresolutions

"The beginning is the most important part of the work." – Plato ✨
As we step into the new year, remember that every great journey starts with that first step. Whether it’s a new goal, a fresh chapter, or a new opportunity, starting strong sets the tone for everything that follows. Let’s make 2025 the year of bold beginnings and exciting possibilities! 🌟

#NewYearNewBeginnings #FreshStart #2025Goals #ChaseYourDreams

✨ A Year in Reflection ✨

This Christmas marks the end of my first full year running Made by Katie, and what a year it’s been. From building six websites (including my own) to supporting incredible charities like Women & Children First, Hackney Children & Baby Bank, and Abbie’s Army, black girls do run and Frome birth talk, it’s been a whirlwind of creativity, learning, and growth.

But this year hasn’t been without its challenges. I said goodbye to my beloved grandmother, spending a precious week at her bedside before she passed. That time reminded me how important it is to create a life that allows space for the moments that truly matter.

Through it all, I’ve found the balance I’ve always dreamed of—cheering at my daughter’s Christmas play, travelling, spending time with family, and building a business that reflects my passion for meaningful work.

To my amazing clients: thank you for trusting me to bring your missions to life. You inspire me every day, and I can’t wait to create more magic with you in the new year. 🎉

Here’s to another year of beautiful websites, meaningful causes, and moments we’ll always cherish. 💻💖

And watch this space for my next ‘super’ project 😉

#MadeByKatie #WebDesignForCharities #worklifebalance #happynewyear #ayearinreview

As we wrap up this year, I just want to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for your incredible support. Whether you’ve been a client, a collaborator, or a follower, your trust and belief in what I do mean the world. 💖

This year has been full of growth, new connections, and exciting projects, and I couldn’t have done it without you. Your continued support fuels my passion to create meaningful work that makes a real difference, especially for the charities and causes I care so much about. 🌟

I wish you all a joyful, peaceful Christmas surrounded by love and laughter. Here’s to a new year filled with hope, opportunities, and continued collaboration. Thank you for being part of this amazing journey.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨

With love,
Katie x

One of the biggest reasons I became a freelancer was to have the freedom to be there when my little one needs me most. Last night was a 3am wake-up call with a high temperature, so today is all about Calpol, cuddles, and Bluey on repeat. Grateful I can send emails from the sofa and put her first. 💕

It is the season for giving. So here are some gift inspired colour pallets for your branding and design work🎁

#colorpalette #color #colors #graphicdesign #design #colorinspiration #colourpalette #colorscheme #branding #colorful #colortheory #designinspiration #colour #brandidentity #pantone #inspiration #graphicdesigner

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