Threads of Life

Transforming a Legacy Website Into a Place of Comfort and Connection

Threads of Life partnered with Yeeboo Digital to transform their outdated, static website into a modern, accessible, and bilingual platform. Together, we built a digital experience that reflects the heart of their mission, strengthens how they engage with families impacted by workplace tragedy, and gives their team the tools to manage content with clarity and confidence.

Threads of Life is a national charity that supports families impacted by workplace tragedy. Their mission is to lead a culture shift around workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths, while providing vital resources and peer support to those left behind. They offer a lifeline of community, hope, and healing to people navigating unimaginable loss.

Despite the strength of their mission, their outdated website created barriers to connection and engagement. It was slow, difficult to manage, and presented accessibility and usability challenges for both users and staff. French content was incomplete, and internal teams lacked the tools to keep the site current and effective.

Threads of Life partnered with Yeeboo Digital to change that. Together, we set out to design and build a new WordPress website that would strengthen their digital presence, improve internal workflows, and reflect the warmth, professionalism, and purpose at the core of their work.

The Challenge

Threads of Life needed a modern website that could better reflect their mission, support their community, and simplify the way content was managed and delivered.

  • Outdated and Static Website: The previous site was significantly outdated in both design and functionality. It had slow load times, frequent downtime, and lacked responsiveness across devices.
  • Disconnected From Brand and Mission: The site did not reflect the supportive and caring tone of the organization. It felt outdated and impersonal, and did not represent the community Threads of Life supports.
  • Cumbersome Content Management: The backend was hard to navigate and prone to errors, making it difficult for staff to update and manage content with confidence.
  • Incomplete French Experience: The French-language version of the site was only partially translated and was not consistently updated, limiting its usefulness for many users.
  • Unclear and Difficult-to-Manage Events Section: Event details were hard to navigate, with limited clarity around dates, formats, and registration. The team also needed a simpler way to manage virtual, in-person, and multi-day events in the backend.
  • Limited Visual Engagement: Due to the sensitive nature of their work, the organization cannot rely heavily on imagery. This made clear structure, supportive messaging, and accessible design even more important.

The Solution

To bring Threads of Life’s new vision to life, we led a collaborative WordPress redesign and build using a modern custom content blocks framework with a strong focus on accessibility, flexibility, and alignment with their mission.

  • Strategic Discovery and Content Planning: We facilitated discovery sessions to map user journeys, identify key content types, and build a content strategy that supports both impact, engagement and usability.
  • On-Brand Visual Design With a Supportive Tone: The design approach focused on warmth and clarity. Instead of relying on imagery, we used thoughtful typography, whitespace, and concise messaging to reflect the organization’s supportive spirit.
  • Custom Modular Content Blocks: We developed a set of reusable content blocks, allowing staff to create and manage content with ease while maintaining design consistency across the site.
  • Streamlined Events Calendar and Backend Management: We designed and built a custom, clear, easy-to-use calendar that separates virtual, in-person, and multi-day events. Staff can now add, update, and manage events through a simplified backend interface with minimal effort.
  • Fully Bilingual and Accessible Site Build: We implemented a complete bilingual setup and ensured compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. This provides all users with an inclusive experience in their preferred language.
  • Improved Backend and Content Control: The backend interface was simplified to improve usability. Staff received training and custom documentation to help them manage and grow the site confidently.

This collaborative effort delivered a website that supports Threads of Life’s mission and improves engagement with their community.

The Results

The redesigned Threads of Life website now delivers a more supportive and empowering digital experience for users and staff alike.

  • Faster, More Reliable Performance: The site is now quick to load, responsive across devices, and dependable for everyday use.
  • Stronger Mission Alignment: The design and structure now reflect the compassion and care that define Threads of Life’s work.
  • Inclusive, Bilingual Experience: English and French content is fully aligned, with improved accessibility for all users.
  • Improved Event Clarity and Management: Visitors can quickly understand what events are happening, when they take place, and how to participate. Staff now manage events more efficiently, with less confusion and greater confidence.
  • Empowered Internal Team: Staff can now manage and update the site with greater ease using intuitive tools and flexible content blocks.
  • Supportive User Journey: Visitors are guided to key actions like seeking support, subscribing to updates, or donating, all within a clear and comforting environment.

Conclusion

This project helped Threads of Life strengthen how they connect with the people they serve and expand their ability to support a growing community online.

At Yeeboo Digital, we partner with nonprofits to turn digital potential into measurable impact. With Threads of Life, we delivered more than just a new website. We created a strategic platform that reflects their values, amplifies their message, and empowers their team to engage with families facing workplace tragedy.

The new site is built on clarity, compassion, and purpose. It gives users a space to feel seen, supported, and connected, while giving staff the tools they need to manage content with ease and confidence. By aligning thoughtful design, focused messaging, and accessible technology, we built a platform that truly advances the mission.

This is the work that drives us. We create digital experiences that help charities lead with purpose, scale their impact, and build stronger relationships with the communities they serve.

About Yeeboo Digital

Yeeboo Digital is a progressive, full-service digital agency dedicated to the nonprofit and charitable sector.

We empower organizations across North America and beyond to turn digital potential into real revenue through smart nonprofit digital strategy, deep expertise in fundraising technology, and tailored solutions. With a focus on impact, we help charities and nonprofits do more good, reach more people, and drive their mission forward.

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