Design + Strategy Studio

We help mission-driven organizations transform their digital experience

Purpose-built solutions for non-profits, governments, and institutions ready to modernize their technology and better serve their communities.

Trusted by
BerkleeMTAMarin CountyGlobal Electronics Association

Our Impact

$2.1M+
Savings Delivered
For our clients
15+
Organizations Served
Across sectors
14+
Years Experience
In web development
98%
Client Retention
Long-term partnerships
What We Do

How we help organizations succeed

From strategic planning to hands-on implementation, we partner with mission-driven organizations to modernize their digital presence.

The Challenge

Big solutions aren't always better solutions

Many organizations invest in enterprise-scale systems hoping they'll simplify operations. Instead, they find themselves locked into expensive contracts for software their teams barely use.

Vendor Lock-in

Stuck paying huge fees for software the team barely uses, with no easy way out.

Team Silos

Big systems require specialists, creating communication barriers and frustration.

User Frustration

People find your technology clunky compared to the digital experiences they expect.

Our Work

Real results for real organizations

See how we've helped organizations transform their digital presence and better serve their communities.

Resources

Latest insights

Thoughts on digital transformation, purposeful technology, and building better experiences.

FAQs

Common questions

How much does an engagement with Rudder cost?

We offer flexible services to meet your website needs:

  • Free 45-minute strategy call – Discuss your goals and challenges with our team.
  • Managed services ($2,500–$5,000/month) – Start with a deep clean, followed by ongoing updates and optimizations.
  • Audit & RFP Co-Pilot (Starting at $20,000) – A full site audit, sitemaps, architecture, wireframes, and technical diagrams.
  • Full site redesign & content migration ($100,000–$200,000) – A custom, high-performance website designed for speed, usability, and long-term value.

How much time should I dedicate to this?

Your involvement varies by engagement type:

  • Managed services – Larger commitment upfront for onboarding, then minimal ongoing involvement.
  • Audit engagement – About 4 hours per week for 4 weeks (20 hours total).
  • Full site redesign – Heavy involvement at the start, hands-off during development, then picks up for QA and launch.

How long will it take to see results?

You'll see progress early, with structured milestones:

  • Audit – Detailed analysis within the first few weeks.
  • Managed services – Pressing issues tackled immediately after onboarding.
  • Full redesign – Architecture and design refinement first, then development with ongoing fine-tuning.

Do you work with non-profits and higher education?

Absolutely. We work with a range of mission-driven organizations including non-profits, higher education institutions, government agencies, and purpose-driven businesses. Our approach applies across sectors—if you're committed to serving your community, we'd love to talk.

Ready to transform your digital experience?

Every engagement starts with a free strategy call. Let's discuss your challenges and explore how we can help.