WebCitz started working with this client in 2019
- Client: Appleton Education Foundation
- Platform: WordPress
- Industry: Education
- Services: Maintenance / Support, Web Development, Web Hosting
The Challenge
The Appleton Education Foundation, a local non-profit dedicated to enhancing education in the Appleton Area School District, required a digital presence that was as reliable and professional as their community mission. When they first partnered with WebCitz in 2019, they faced critical security challenges, including malware infections that threatened their site’s integrity and reputation. Furthermore, their existing platform was becoming difficult to manage and lacked the modern design needed to engage donors and educators effectively.
The WebCitz Solution
WebCitz began the partnership as a technical rescue team and evolved into a long-term strategic partner:
- Malware Removal & Security Recovery: Our first priority was the complete sanitization of their web environment. We successfully identified and removed malware, patched vulnerabilities, and implemented enterprise-level security protocols to prevent future breaches.
- Bespoke 2022 Redesign: In 2022, we moved the foundation from their aging platform to a completely custom-built WordPress theme. This was designed from the ground up to be lightweight, fast, and exceptionally easy for their staff to update with news and grant information.
- Non-Profit UI/UX Design: The new design focused on clear calls-to-action for donations, organized resources for educators, and a clean layout that showcases the impact of their grants and scholarships on the local community.
- Proactive Maintenance & Hosting: As a current client, the foundation benefits from our managed hosting and maintenance services. We ensure that their custom theme remains updated, secure, and performing at peak levels around the clock.
The Result
By stabilizing their technical infrastructure and delivering a modern, custom-designed website, WebCitz has provided the Appleton Education Foundation with a secure and professional platform to drive their mission forward. Our ongoing support allows the foundation to focus on their commitment to local schools and students, confident that their digital “home base” is being managed by a dedicated local partner.
