Priya Sarv Utthan Seva Sansthan Web Platform · Build

Overview

Priya Sarv Utthan Seva Sansthan is a non-profit organization dedicated to community service and social welfare. This web platform was built to provide a modern, functional digital presence while enabling secure online donations and structured volunteer engagement.

Challenge

The organization needed:

Professional web presence: A site that reflects their mission and builds donor trust
Secure donation system: Accept online payments via Razorpay
Volunteer management: Systematic way to onboard and track volunteers
Low maintenance: Deployable and updatable by non-technical staff

Features Implemented

Public-Facing Site

Mission & Story: Dedicated sections explaining the organization’s work
Impact Metrics: Real-time display of funds raised and volunteers engaged
Photo Gallery: Showcase events and community work
Blog/News: Updates on ongoing initiatives

Donation System

Razorpay Integration: Secure payment processing with multiple payment options
Donation History: Donors can see their contributions and tax receipts
Recurring Donations: Support for monthly giving programs
Donation Levels: Predefined or custom donation amounts

Volunteer Onboarding

Registration Form: Capture volunteer info, interests, and availability
Role Assignments: Match volunteers to appropriate opportunities
Attendance Tracking: Record volunteer hours and contributions
Communication: Automated emails for event notifications

Admin Dashboard

Donation Analytics: View total raised, donor retention, payment failures
Volunteer Management: List, edit, and deactivate volunteer accounts
Content Updates: Edit website content without technical knowledge
Report Generation: Export data for annual reports and fundraising

Technical Stack

Frontend: Next.js with server-side rendering for SEO
Backend: Node.js/Express for API and business logic
Database: PostgreSQL for relational data
Payment: Razorpay API for payment processing
Authentication: JWT-based auth for admin dashboard
Deployment: Vercel for frontend, managed backend
CI/CD: GitHub Actions for continuous deployment

Impact

Donations: Enabled remote fundraising, resulting in 20%+ increase in monthly donations
Volunteers: Streamlined onboarding increased active volunteer count by 30%
Professionalism: Modern website improved donor confidence and media coverage
Operations: Reduced administrative overhead by automating data collection

Development Timeline

Started: December 2025
Status: Production
Ongoing: Maintenance, feature requests, and quarterly updates

Lessons Learned

Payment gateway integration requires careful error handling for failed transactions
Volunteer platforms benefit from email notification systems
Admin dashboards need intuitive UX to reduce support requests
Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures are essential

Building this platform reinforced the value of creating tools that serve real community needs. This mission connects to my broader involvement in tech communities—including leading GFG chapter workshops and presenting research at academic conferences.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is my donation safe? Donations go directly through Razorpay (PCI DSS Level 1 compliant). We never store credit card information. All transactions are encrypted.

Q: Can I get a tax receipt? Yes. Tax receipts are auto-generated for all donations and emailed immediately. The organization is registered for tax-exempt status.

Q: How much of my donation goes to the cause? Razorpay charges 2% + ₹3. The remainder goes 100% to programs. The organization has transparent accounting.

Q: How do I become a volunteer? Visit the “Volunteer” section and fill out the registration form. You’ll be contacted within 24 hours about opportunities matching your interests.

Q: What types of volunteers are needed? Teaching, event coordination, content creation, social media, fundraising, and community outreach. All skill levels welcome.

Q: Can I volunteer remotely? Yes. We have remote opportunities in content creation, social media, and design. In-person volunteers help with community events in Indore.