Challenge

Connecticut Foodshare, a nonprofit dedicated to combating hunger and food insecurity statewide, faced challenges with their existing website. It was difficult for employees to access and update, limiting their ability to keep content current and relevant. Additionally, the platform lacked intuitive navigation and accessibility features, making it harder for their diverse audience—including individuals in need, donors, volunteers, and community partners—to engage with their mission. A comprehensive website redesign was crucial to create a more inclusive, functional, and user-friendly experience for both the public and their team.

Approach

Working with the wonderful team at Connecticut Foodshare was an inspiring and collaborative experience. Our goal was to design a website that was not only modern and visually appealing but also easy for everyone to access and use. We began by understanding their vision and the needs of their audience through thoughtful consultations. The redesigned platform features clear navigation, responsive design for mobile users, and integrated tools for donations, volunteer sign-ups, and event participation. To ensure inclusivity, we prioritized ADA compliance and user-friendly design principles. Through a seamless partnership, we delivered a website that truly reflects their mission, making it easier for all to connect, contribute, and access the resources they need.

Design & Dev

The Connecticut Foodshare website presents a clean and welcoming aesthetic that reflects its mission to alleviate hunger across the state. The design employs a harmonious color scheme, predominantly featuring shades of green and orange, which evoke feelings of growth, health, and vitality. This palette is complemented by ample white space, enhancing readability and providing a fresh, uncluttered appearance.



High-quality images of community members, volunteers, and fresh produce are strategically placed throughout the site, fostering a sense of community engagement and emphasizing the organization's focus on nutritious food distribution. The typography is straightforward and legible, utilizing sans-serif fonts that contribute to the site's modern and approachable feel.

The website's layout is intuitive, with a well-structured navigation menu that allows users to easily access information about getting help, ways to give, volunteer opportunities, and more. Prominent calls-to-action, such as "Donate" and "Mobile Food Pantry Locator," are highlighted in contrasting colors, guiding visitors toward key resources and opportunities for involvement.

Overall, the aesthetic of the Connecticut Foodshare website effectively conveys the organization's commitment to community support and hunger relief through its thoughtful design elements and user-friendly interface.

Mobile Food Pantry

The Connecticut Foodshare Mobile Food Pantry website provides an up-to-date schedule of mobile food pantry distributions across Connecticut. Users can view events in various formats, including list, month, day, week, and map views, to find convenient locations and times. Each event listing includes details such as the date, time, and address of the distribution site, along with directions to assist visitors in planning their visits.

This resource is essential for individuals seeking food assistance, as it offers a centralized and accessible platform to locate mobile pantry services throughout the state.