Transforming Educational Philanthropy: A Case Study of Selectiva’s Collaboration with a Non-Profit Organization

April 4, 2024
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Client Overview:

Selectiva, a forward-thinking tech partner, embarked on a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a non-profit dedicated to enriching the educational experiences of public schools. The project’s core objective was to establish a robust digital platform to bridge the gap between public schools needing critical classroom resources and generous donors willing to contribute. This initiative aimed to modernize the landscape of educational philanthropy by leveraging cutting-edge technology to facilitate seamless connections and charitable donations.

Technology Utilized:

Selectiva harnessed the power of state-of-the-art technologies to bring this version to life:

  • Open Source Technology: The project embraced open-source technologies to ensure cost-effectiveness and flexibility throughout development.
  • Next JS: Leveraging Next.js, a leading React framework, allowed the team to create dynamic and responsive web applications, ensuring an engaging and user-friendly experience.
  • GIT: GIT was instrumental in maintaining version control, enabling efficient collaboration among developers and precise tracking of changes during the project’s lifecycle.
  • AWS Services: Amazon Web Services (AWS) was pivotal in hosting and managing the platform’s infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability and top-tier security.

Features of the Product:

Selectiva’s powerful Software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform is equipped with several noteworthy features:

  • Cause Management: Non-Profit Organizations can seamlessly manage their causes on the platform. It includes creating and monitoring fundraising campaigns, setting achievable goals, and tracking the progress of these initiatives.
  • Multi-Organization Onboarding: The platform streamlines onboarding multiple non-profit organizations. Administrators can efficiently add new orgs and users to manage services and fundraising efforts for various educational causes.
  • Bulk Email Campaigns: Non-profits can schedule and execute targeted bulk email campaigns, allowing them to engage potential donors effectively. These campaigns are instrumental in creating awareness about ongoing fundraisers and educational projects.

Outcome:

The implementation of this technology-driven solution has had a profound impact on the non-profit’s mission to support public schools. Here are some of the key outcomes:

  • Increased donations: Our client witnessed a substantial increase in donations, attributed to the platform’s user-friendliness and efficient matching system. More donors are now contributing to a variety of educational causes.
  • Enhanced Outreach: The bulk email campaign feature has empowered the non-profit to communicate effectively with a broader audience. This has not only raised awareness about the organization’s initiatives but also highlighted the needs of public schools, garnering support from the community.
  • Streamlined Operations: Selectiva’s solution has significantly streamlined internal processes. The platform’s ability to onboard new organizations and manage multiple educational causes simultaneously has made operations more efficient and scalable.

Conclusion:

Selectiva’s collaboration with the non-profit exemplifies the transformative power of technology in the non-profit sector. By leveraging open-source tech, Next.js, GIT and AWS services, they created a dynamic SaaS platform that effectively manages their causes. This project underscores the positive impact of technology on philanthropy and education, demonstrating how innovation can reshape traditional practices for the better.