Page Layout Tools for Nonprofits

Maybe the best option is the middle ground — hiring a designer to create a few templates and teach you or someone on staff how to update, customize and maintain them. It’s easier than starting from scratch and will produce more polished end results at a more affordable cost.

Figure out what your needs are now and what they’re likely to be in the future, and hold them up against other factors like budget, staff and timeframe. You’ll figure out which is the best solution for your organization’s graphic design needs. Whether you choose to purchase dedicated software or learn to bend existing applications to your needs, in the end, your materials will look better — and, by extension, so will your organization.