Proposed Technology Stack
This proof of concept demonstrates a modern, secure, low-maintenance website architecture designed specifically for Human Rights Dallas.
Stack Components & Estimated Costs
| Technology | Role / Purpose | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Website & Design | ||
| Astro | Frontend website framework optimized for speed and security | $0 |
| Tailwind CSS | Responsive styling framework for consistent design | $0 |
| shadcn/ui | Reusable accessible UI component library | $0 |
| Content Management | ||
| Sanity CMS Nonprofit pricing | Web-based editing dashboard for nontechnical users | $0 initially |
| Sanity Studio Hosting Nonprofit pricing | Hosted remote editing environment | $0 |
| Hosting, Security & Infrastructure | ||
| Cloudflare Pages | Static website hosting and global CDN | $0 |
| Cloudflare Security Nonprofit pricing | SSL, WAF, DDoS mitigation, bot protection | $0–25/month |
| Cloudflare Turnstile | Spam and bot protection for forms | $0 |
| Development & Future Expansion | ||
| GitHub | Code repository and deployment workflow | $0 |
| Supabase (Optional) | Future database and structured application features | $0 initially |
Potential Nonprofit Discounts & Support Programs
| Program | Potential Value | Relevance to HRD |
|---|---|---|
| Sanity Non-Profit Plan | Eligible nonprofits may receive access similar to Sanity’s Growth plan at no cost while staying within plan quotas. | Could reduce or eliminate CMS licensing costs while still supporting a professional editing workflow. |
| Cloudflare Project Galileo | Provides free cybersecurity services to eligible public-interest organizations, including human rights, journalism, democracy, and civil society groups. | Especially relevant because HRD may benefit from stronger DDoS, bot, and web security protections without increasing monthly costs. |
Initial Setup
$0–10/mo
Very low initial operating cost using free tiers and managed services.
Recommended Setup
~$20–35/mo
Allows room for enhanced Cloudflare protections while staying lightweight.
Budget Target
Under $50/mo
Keeps the site affordable for a small nonprofit with limited resources.