Building a website for American Legion Post 231 wasn’t just another project for us.
This is a respected organization with deep roots in the community — a place veterans and families count on for events, support, connection, and service. So when Post 231 approached TechitDave Web Designs, the goal was clear:
Create a website that honors their legacy and makes it easier for people to stay involved.
Here’s how we brought the Post 231 website to life.
1) Starting With Conversations, Not Code
We began with a real sit-down (the discovery phase) to understand what Post 231 needed most.
They didn’t want a flashy website. They wanted something that works — a place where people can find upcoming events, learn about membership, see announcements, and understand what the Legion stands for.
What we heard loud and clear:
They needed an easy way to share events, news, and updates.
The site had to feel respectful and “Legion” — honoring tradition without feeling outdated.
Visitors should quickly see how to join, get involved, or support the Post.
2) Planning the Site Around Real People
Once we understood the mission, we mapped the site out in a way that makes sense for the people using it — veterans, families, supporters, and community members.
We planned a layout that’s simple, clean, and easy to navigate (especially for folks who aren’t super techy).
Key sections we built around:
Homepage: A welcoming intro, a short mission/history, and clear links to what matters most
Events: A place to see what’s coming up and stay connected
Membership: How to join, what it means, and how to apply
News & announcements: Updates that keep everyone in the loop
3) Design That Feels Patriotic Without Feeling “Too Much”
For Post 231, the design needed to feel strong, respectful, and familiar — but still modern and readable.
We used a patriotic direction (red/white/blue tones, clean typography, and Legion imagery) while keeping things balanced and easy on the eyes.
Design priorities:
A classic patriotic look that reflects the Legion’s identity
Bold but readable text (no tiny fonts or clutter)
Strong visuals of veterans, events, and community involvement
4) Content That Represents the Post the Right Way
Next came the content: the words, the photos, and the messaging.
We worked with Post 231 to gather the information that matters most and present it in a way that feels welcoming — not stiff, and not overly formal.
We focused on:
Explaining the mission clearly
Encouraging membership and involvement
Sharing photos and event info that show the Post’s real community impact
5) Building It to Be Easy for Everyone
When we moved into development, we built the site with two big priorities in mind:
It has to work great on mobile… and it has to be easy for everyone to use.
That means clean structure, responsive layouts, and accessibility considerations — because a community website should never feel hard to navigate.
Technical focus:
Mobile-friendly design (works on phones, tablets, desktops)
Accessibility-friendly layout and structure
SEO basics so people can actually find Post 231 online
6) Testing Everything Before Launch
Before launch, we tested the site across devices and browsers, checked load speed, and made sure everything worked the way it should — menus, links, forms, event updates, all of it.
Because this isn’t a “set it and forget it” type of site — people rely on it.
7) Launch + Ongoing Support
Once everything was finalized, we launched the new American Legion Post 231 website and made sure their team felt comfortable managing it.
That included guidance on:
Updating announcements
Posting events
Keeping the site fresh and current
And after launch, we stayed available for support, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
Final Thoughts
Working with American Legion Post 231 was an honor.
This website is more than a digital brochure — it’s a hub for connection, service, and community. Our goal was to create something that feels respectful to the organization’s legacy while making it easier for people to stay informed, show up, and get involved.
If your organization needs a website that’s built with purpose — not just “built to look pretty” — TechitDave Web Designs would love to help.
Let’s build something that makes an impact.
