Technologies Used

• Custom PHP CMS (PCWM)
• PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
• MySQL / MariaDB
• PagSeguro payment gateway

Challenge

Educaritá, founded in 1968, needed to modernize its digital presence to reach potential donors, volunteers, and families. The organization manages multiple education units and the Educaxias program (15 municipal schools), requiring a platform that could handle complex institutional information, facilitate donations, manage enrollment processes, and maintain transparency through news updates — all on a limited non-profit budget.

Implemented Solution

Built comprehensive institutional website using custom PHP CMS:

• Content Management: Custom news system enabling staff to publish updates, activities, and announcements without technical knowledge
• Donation System: Multiple secure payment options (bank transfer, Pix, PagSeguro)
• Responsive Architecture: Mobile-first design ensuring accessibility for families using smartphones
• Institutional Transparency: Dedicated sections for mission/vision/values, financial reports, board members, and organizational history
• User-Friendly Admin: Intuitive panel for non-technical staff with clean, accessible public interface emphasizing human-centered pedagogy

Results / Impact

• Streamlined donation process with multiple secure payment options
• Centralized information hub serving 230+ enrolled families and prospective applicants
• Digital volunteer recruitment and community engagement
• Improved organizational transparency with regular news updates and financial accountability
• Mobile-responsive design for low-income families primarily using smartphones

Why it matters

This project demonstrates how thoughtful web development can amplify social impact for non-profit organizations. The custom CMS approach provided cost-effective development while maintaining professional quality and security standards, with modular architecture allowing the organization to scale features as needs evolve.