Graphic and Web Design Toolkit

Tools, tips, and tricks for creating slick images and a polished Web site

Whether you're building a new Web site from scratch or simply revamping your organization's logo, this toolkit offers tips, tricks, and tools to help.

Understanding Web Graphics and Images

Images add color and character to any Web site or newsletter. Learn how to use them effectively.

Understanding Images: A Guide to Color Formats
An introduction to common Web and print formats and how and when to use them.

Understanding Images: A Guide to Resolution and Size
We've answered a few of the most common questions regarding image quality and size.

Understanding Images: A Guide to File Formats
We'll show you how to choose the right image format for your Web or print project.

Web-Design and Image-Editing Tools

Image-editing and Web-design software can help you polish and perfect your site.

Five Image-Editing Programs to Polish Your Web Site
We look at five image-editing applications and compare features to help you find the right tool.

Four Web Authoring Programs Compared
We compare four Web publishing programs that can help your nonprofit establish a presence online.

In Graphic Detail
With desktop publishing software, your small nonprofit can produce professional publicity materials.

Find Web-Design and Image-Editing Software on TechSoup Stock
TechSoup Stock offers donated and discounted Graphics and Multimedia and Web Development software (including Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Dreamweaver) for qualifying nonprofits.

Web Design Strategy

Your Web site is your organization's window to the world. Learn how to create one that is beautiful, effective, and accessible.

Is Your Home Page Immature?
Ways to use your organization's home page to effectively to highlight your message.

Ensure Your Web Site Is Accessible
Free tools, tips, and Web sites to ensure everyone can access your site.

Four Web Accessibility Myths: Busted
Web experts help clarify four accessibility myths and offer best practices for keeping your nonprofit's site open to all visitors.

Getting Outside Help

A Web designer or graphic artist can help you build a professional-looking site or create a slick logo. Learn about working with outside vendors.

RFP Library
Selecting the right technology service or vendor can be challenging and costly. Use this page to help you plan your work with outside professionals.