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How Mangrove Serves Startups

Dive into our work with 5 visionary organizations

April 8, 2024

Helmed by trendsetters, innovators and industry changemakers, startups bring something fresh to the marketplace—a product or service that can empower groups of people, fill vital gaps, or move industries in a different direction. Authentic branding and efficient websites are critical for their success. We dive into our collaborative work with 5 visionary startups.

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How to Use CRM Data to Inform Nonprofit Website Design

Tips to help your organization design a website tailored to your audience

March 26, 2024

Many nonprofits fret about the best way to approach website design without realizing they have an incredible source of information and guidance available—their constituent relationship management systems (CRMs). Here’s a look at some of the ways you can use this information to make more informed web design decisions that appeal to your audience and drive engagement. 

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How Mangrove Serves Environmental Advocacy Clients

A look at 4 changemaking organizations

March 11, 2024

As the need to tackle climate change and ecological degradation becomes increasingly urgent, the work of environmental advocacy organizations rises in importance. For organizations spearheading transformative environmental initiatives, prioritizing inclusive, user-focused websites and brands can amplify their impact. We explore the distinct needs of these organizations and delve into our work with 4 diverse environmental advocacy clients.

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The Power of Storytelling in Major Donor Fundraising: 4 Tips for Nonprofits

Strategies to help your organization connect with new and existing donors

February 8, 2024

If it isn’t already, storytelling should play a major part in your nonprofit organization’s major donor fundraising strategy. Dive into four strategies that will leave your team more likely to connect with donors on an emotional level, leading to improved relationships and higher chances of securing donations.

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How Mangrove Serves Financial Justice Clients

A spotlight on 5 unique organizations and initiatives

January 8, 2024

Whether working directly with investors or serving an education or advocacy role, financial justice organizations have unique branding and web design needs. We dive into those needs and explore the work of 5 members of our financial justice client community.

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Making the Business Case for Website Redesign in 2024

Key steps to secure support for revamping your digital presence

December 29, 2023

Updating your website every 2-3 years can help keep it current, on trend, and maintain a positive user experience. Here’s a look at the key steps you can take to build a convincing case for this important and strategic undertaking.

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How Mangrove Serves Nonprofit Clients

A spotlight on 5 groundbreaking organizations

November 14, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are at the heart of communities big and small. We use our skills to amplify the good work we see in the world, particularly the work of organizations that aim to amplify the voices and stories of others.

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The Accessibility for Manitobans Act: Is Your Website Compliant?

September 11, 2023

On May 1, 2024, it will become mandatory for public sector organizations, libraries and educational institutions in Manitoba, Canada, to comply with the Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication under The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA). With that deadline drawing near and another close behind, many organizations are wondering if their websites are compliant with the AMA.

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Website Accessibility and the Law

An overview of North American web accessibility legislation

September 7, 2023

It’s critical to ensure that everyone can use your website; first and foremost, it’s the ethical thing to do. Second, it’s good for business, and finally, it could keep you out of legal trouble. In the fifth and final article in our accessibility series we provide an overview of accessibility legal considerations in the U.S. and Canada.

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What Is a Headless Content Management System?

Is this emerging website architecture right for your site build?

May 9, 2023

You’re likely familiar with the term CMS (content management system), a platform with a backend or content repository where editors can create, manage, and optimize digital content. Our beloved WordPress is an example of a CMS. Recently, the demand for a system that houses content and can display it anywhere beyond just a website has exploded. Enter what’s known as a headless CMS.

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Is My Website Ready for a Rebuild?

The care and feeding of your website

August 20, 2022

Has it been a few of years since your website got any love? Has your organization grown or changed its mission? Have you done an accessibility report and checked your site speed? Take a look behind the curtain — we’re sharing the questionnaire we use internally when clients ask if it’s time to rebuild their website.

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Our Agency’s Web Development Process Overview

What it’s like to be our client

December 2, 2021

Welcome to your custom website development experience. We’ve outlined our process and workflow to give you an idea of what it’s like to engage Mangrove as a client.

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How to Budget Your Website Project

A Lengthy Guide

August 18, 2021

“How much will my website cost?” Believe it or not, there is a simple answer that applies in all circumstances. “It depends.” Sorry, but … not sorry. It’s true. At least, it’s true if you want any degree of customization and/or assurance that the job will be done right.

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Our Website and Visual Brand Gets an Upgrade

Introducing our new logo and website

July 20, 2021

If you haven’t yet noticed, Mangrove has an all-new look and website!  Learn about our process, collaborators, and the experience of rebuilding your own brand and site.

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A Guide to Accessibility in Web Development and Design

The facts about website accessibility

March 25, 2020

With an estimated 48.9 million people in the US living with a disability, it’s crucial for companies to prioritize website accessibility.

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What is a web host and why does it matter?

Choosing a Hosting Provider

July 10, 2018

When you set out to build your website, one of the initial decisions you’ll have to make is where to host your site. What exactly is a web hosting service? What do they do? What should you look for when choosing your provider? We’re going to answer all those questions right here.

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The Green UX Checklist

Consider environmental impact before starting design

April 20, 2018

The best way to make a website green is to consider its environmental impact before starting its design, and to keep it mind throughout the design process. To help you do just that, we’ve compiled a short list of six things we can all do to change the way we design, develop and maintain websites for a more sustainable web.

White text on green background. Green UX Checklist. 1. Reduce images. 2. Optimize videos. 3. Use fewer fonts. 4. Recycle assets. 5. Use green hosting. 6. Use optimization tools.
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