Case Study - Christ Disciples International Ministries

Modernizing the Digital Infrastructure of Christ Disciples International Ministries

When Christ Disciples International Ministries approached New Web Creative, their website was running on an outdated proprietary CMS hosted overseas, making updates difficult and limiting their ability to grow. Our team led a full digital transformation — migrating the organization to WordPress, modernizing their website experience, and transitioning their email infrastructure to a secure and scalable platform.

About the Organization

Christ Disciples International Ministries is a nonprofit serving the Bronx community through food assistance, social services, and ministry programs. Their mission is to combat hunger and empower families to overcome obstacles preventing healthy and independent living.

Their vision is a community where individuals experience nourishment of body, mind, and spirit — leading to transformed lives and stronger communities.

The Challenge

The organization’s previous website was built on a proprietary content management system hosted by an overseas provider. The platform was outdated, difficult to update, and lacked modern capabilities such as analytics and flexible content management.

Key challenges included:

The organization needed more than a redesign — they needed a complete digital infrastructure modernization.

Before & After: A Digital Transformation

Before: A Website Stuck in the Past

  • Static page layouts
  • Outdated visual design
  • Difficult content management
  • Hosting tied to proprietary CMS
  • Limited scalability
Before beginning the rebuild, we documented the organization’s existing website through screenshots to understand its structure and limitations. The site had remained largely unchanged for many years and reflected early web design standards with static layouts, limited navigation, and minimal visual hierarchy. The platform itself was built on an outdated proprietary content management system hosted overseas. This made updates difficult, restricted flexibility, and prevented the organization from easily expanding their online presence. In addition, their email infrastructure was tied to the same provider, creating operational challenges and limiting reliability. For an organization working to serve and support the Bronx community, the technology behind their digital presence was no longer aligned with their mission or future growth.
  • Static page layouts
  • Outdated visual design
  • Difficult content management
  • Hosting tied to proprietary CMS
  • Limited scalability
Christ Disciples homepage screenshot before
Before Screenshot

After: A Modern Platform Built for Growth

New Web Creative rebuilt the website from the ground up using WordPress and Elementor, hosted on a modern infrastructure designed for stability and scalability. The new site features improved navigation, a refreshed visual design, and a flexible content structure that allows the organization’s team to easily update pages, share resources, and promote upcoming events.

We also migrated their digital infrastructure to Google Workspace for Nonprofits, successfully transferring more than 100,000 emails from the previous proprietary system. This provided the organization with a reliable, secure, and collaborative communication environment moving forward.

The result is a modern digital platform that better reflects the organization’s mission and makes it easier for visitors to find information, access services, and support their work through donations.

We migrated the website to WordPress and rebuilt it using Elementor on hosting provided by SiteGround. The new platform provides:
• Modern mobile-friendly design
• Simplified navigation
• Integrated forms and event calendar
• Analytics tracking
• Flexible content management for staff

CDIM site mockup after
After Screenshot

Our Approach

Website Modernization

• WordPress installation and configuration
• Elementor page builder implementation
• Improved navigation and page structure
• Responsive design for mobile users
• Integration of forms and event calendar

Email & Infrastructure Migration

• Setup of Google Workspace for Nonprofits
• Domain authentication configuration
• Migration of 100,000+ legacy emails
• Secure DNS configuration
• Staff onboarding support

Results

100,000+ Emails Successfully Migrated

Modern WordPress Platform

Reduced Annual Hosting Costs

Improved Community Feedback

The organization now has a modern digital platform that reflects the strength of its mission and allows staff to manage content more efficiently. The transition also significantly reduced hosting costs and established a scalable foundation for future growth.

Project Leadership

Carolin led project strategy, client communication, and overall implementation planning, guiding the organization through each phase of the transition. Rick oversaw the technical infrastructure, including hosting configuration, system migration, and email transfer, while also serving as a primary designer alongside Matthew in rebuilding the website’s visual layout and user experience. Together, the New Web Creative team delivered a seamless transition from legacy systems to a modern, scalable digital environment.

Ready to Modernize Your Digital Infrastructure?

If your organization is relying on outdated platforms or struggling with fragmented systems, New Web Creative can help guide a seamless transition.

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