Volunteer: WordPress Site UX and Architecture

About the role

We are seeking a skilled web designer to develop a clear, user-friendly website structure and design blueprint for YTNRI’s WordPress website. This volunteer opportunity will directly support YTNRI’s mission by creating a digital platform that connects youth and families to opportunities, resources, and services promoting leadership, career development, and economic mobility.

A well-designed, accessible website will make it easier for youth ages 12–24 to discover programs, workforce opportunities, and resources; for families to understand how to access support; and for employers, community partners, volunteers, and funders to connect with YTNRI.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess our current WordPress site.
• Interview our team to understand our goals, audiences, programs, and technical capabilities.
• Develop a recommended site map and navigation structure.
• Organize our existing content and identify key pages and calls to action.
• Create wireframes and design concepts for priority pages.
• Recommend accessible, mobile-friendly design approaches.
• Provide guidance on WordPress features practical for a small nonprofit to maintain.
• Develop a final website architecture and design guide that can be handed off to a future developer or implemented by our team.

Qualifications

We are looking for a volunteer with expertise in web design, particularly in creating user-friendly, accessible, and sustainable websites for nonprofits or similar organizations.

Project Details

YTNRI has already gathered branding materials, photos, draft content, program information, and examples of websites we like. Our team will provide timely feedback and participate in regular check-ins throughout the engagement.

The final deliverable will be a clear implementation guide that can be shared with a future developer or used by our team to complete the website. Our goal is to complete the project before our next youth cohort begins in October 2026.

YTNRI is prepared to make this project successful. We have established our WordPress platform, gathered key materials, and identified how the project outcomes will be implemented. Our leadership team is committed to providing a primary point of contact, timely feedback, and access to necessary information.

About YOUTH Thrive Network of Rhode Island

Our mission is to create pathways that help young people—especially those from marginalized and underserved communities—build confidence, achieve economic independence, and develop meaningful roles in society. We equip youth with both practical skills and personal development tools needed to thrive in school, work, and life.