🌐 Build a Website You Control
Too many mission-driven organizations — nonprofits, civic groups, research labs, small contractors — are stuck with:
- Expensive, clunky subscriptions
- Outdated designs they can’t update
- Overcomplicated tools that waste time
It doesn’t have to be this way.
Using lightweight static site tools like Jekyll, GitHub Pages, and Porkbun, you can have a clean, modern, low-cost website you control — without coding or costly maintenance contracts.
No clutter. No hidden fees. Just a site that serves your mission.
🧩 Who This Is For
- Nonprofits & civic commissions paying thousands per year for underused sites
- Small businesses & contractors that just need a clear, useful online presence
- Researchers & city departments needing a simple project site or internal hub
- Anyone who wants a scalable alternative to clunky CMS platforms
🛠️ What You’ll Learn or Build
- Structure a lightweight, informative static site
- Host it for free or very low cost using GitHub or Porkbun
- Write clear, engaging content people can actually use
- Update your site yourself without needing a developer
This isn’t about flashy marketing.
It’s about functional digital tools designed to serve your audience and mission — affordably.
I’ve created resources to make this process approachable:
- ✅ Planning Checklist – scope your site’s goals and content
- 🧱 Step-by-Step Setup Guide – a complete walkthrough for building and launching
- 📘 Handbook & Templates – page structures, content prompts, and troubleshooting tips
- 🧰 Starter Kit – a ready-to-customize static theme (based on my own site)
💡 Why This Works
Static sites are:
- ⚡ Fast – no bloated plugins slowing things down
- 🛡️ Secure – fewer vulnerabilities than WordPress or similar CMS
- 💰 Affordable – hosting costs just a few dollars a month (sometimes free)
- 🔧 Easy to maintain once launched
This is the same process I use for my own site — and I’ve made it simple for you, too.
🧭 Need Hands-On Support?
Some groups prefer guidance; others want full setup help.
I offer practical support to get your site online and keep it running smoothly:
- Planning and design tailored to your needs
- Technical setup and hosting guidance
- Simple guides so you can confidently make updates
- Optional training for your team
📬 Let’s Build Something Useful
When your work deserves clarity, your website should deliver it.
I can help you launch a site that serves your audience — and puts you in control.
➡️ Talk with me about your website →
