Project Name: P.E.O. Chapter CR – Puzzlepalooza Fundraising Portal
Client: P.E.O. Chapter CR (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Role: Web Developer & Donor (via GlobalNerds.com) Live Site: peochaptercr.com
Project Overview
Designed, developed, and donated a comprehensive website to support P.E.O. Chapter CR, a philanthropic organization dedicated to empowering women through education. The primary goal of the site was to digitalize the operations for their major fundraising event, “Puzzlepalooza,” and provide a central hub for chapter information, scholarships, and sponsor recognition.
Key Contributions & Technical Work
- Full-Cycle Development: Built a responsive, user-friendly website from the ground up, ensuring accessibility across mobile and desktop devices for a diverse demographic.
- Event Registration System: Implemented a streamlined digital registration workflow for “Puzzlepalooza,” allowing teams to register online, which significantly reduced manual paperwork for the volunteer organizers.
- Information Architecture: Structured content to clearly communicate complex event details (“What is Puzzlepalooza?”, FAQs), ensuring participants understood the rules and schedule.
- Sponsor Showcase: Created dedicated sections to highlight event sponsors, providing digital value to local businesses supporting the charity.
- Brand Integration: Aligned the visual design with P.E.O.’s mission of “Women helping women reach for the stars,” utilizing branding consistent with their educational focus.
Philanthropic Impact
- Pro Bono Contribution: The entire project, including development labor and technical setup, was donated by GlobalNerds.com. This allowed the non-profit to allocate 100% of their budget directly to scholarships and educational grants rather than administrative overhead.
- Operational Efficiency: By moving registration and information online, the chapter streamlined their fundraising efforts, potentially increasing participant turnout and revenue.