Exciting Transformation for Urban Initiatives
One of the first things I did upon moving to Chicago in the fall of 2005 was to start coaching/mentoring for a non-profit kids outreach program called Urban Initiatives. Since that time (hard to believe it's been almost four years) the program has grown in leaps and bounds and supports over 330 young kids in the Chicago Public Schools. The program has gathered support from all kinds of circles including Arne Duncan (President Obama's Secretary of Education), Nike, and Illinois State Senator John J. Cullerton.
In June of this year, Urban Initiatives decided it was time for a site redesign along with the integration of a content management system allowing for site updates with ease. We here at Neoteric were glad to help. With the introduction of a CMS we were able to build an easy to update gallery feature that allows program supporters to see photos from events and outings.
Once the content management system was in place, Urban Initiatives was able to publish all kinds of articles relevant to the organization. In addition to news from the program, they were able to publish testimonials from supporters such as school principals and community leaders.
We're glad to know, as the program continues to grow, the site will too. If you'd like to view the new site or find out more about the program, visit urbaninitiatives.org.
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