As a church member or visitor, I want to easily and securely make donations to the church, learn about the church's giving philosophy, and explore different methods of giving so that I can support the ministry in a way that aligns with my preferences.
1. Hero Section
Task: Design the hero section of the page.
Details:
Title: "Support Our Mission"
Subtitle: A brief, inspiring message about the importance of giving and how contributions help the church's mission.
Visuals: A compelling image or video of the church community in action (e.g., outreach programs, worship, community events).
Call to Action (CTA): "Give Now" or "Make a Donation" button that scrolls down to the donation form.
Acceptance Criteria: The hero section should be visually appealing and convey the significance of giving to the church's mission. The CTA should be prominently displayed.
2. Giving Philosophy
Task: Develop a section that outlines the church’s giving philosophy.
Details:
Header: "Why We Give"
Content: A brief explanation of the biblical and spiritual reasons for giving, how donations are used to further the church's mission, and the impact of generosity on the community.
Visuals: Inspirational images of community service, outreach programs, or church events that are funded by donations.
Acceptance Criteria: This section should clearly articulate the church’s philosophy on giving, encouraging visitors to contribute with purpose and understanding.
3. Ways to Give
Task: List and describe the different methods of giving available.
Details:
Header: "Ways to Give"
Content: Provide multiple giving options, such as:
Online Giving: Secure online donations via credit/debit card or bank transfer.
Text-to-Give: Instructions for giving via SMS.
In-Person Giving: Information about giving during services or by visiting the church office.
Recurring Giving: Option to set up automatic, recurring donations.
Mail: Instructions for mailing checks or donations.
Visuals: Icons or images representing each giving method, such as a smartphone for text-to-give, a credit card for online giving, etc.
CTA: "Give Online," "Set Up Recurring Giving," or "Learn More" buttons for each option.
Acceptance Criteria: The section should clearly present all available giving methods, with easy access to further instructions or forms.
4. Secure Online Giving Form
Task: Implement the secure online giving form.
Details:
Form Fields: Include fields for:
Donation Amount
Fund Selection: (e.g., General Fund, Missions, Building Fund)
Payment Method: Credit/Debit Card, Bank Transfer
Personal Information: Name, Email, Phone Number
Recurring Option: Checkbox or dropdown to set up recurring donations.
Special Instructions/Notes: Optional field for donors to add specific instructions.
Security Measures: Ensure the form is SSL-encrypted, with secure payment processing and data handling.
CTA: "Submit Donation" button.
Acceptance Criteria: The form should be easy to use, secure, and function smoothly, with a confirmation message or email sent upon successful donation.
5. Donation Impact Stories
Task: Create a section that highlights the impact of donations.
Details:
Header: "Your Impact"
Content: Share stories or testimonials about how donations have made a difference, such as funding community outreach, supporting missions, or church improvements.
Visuals: Photos or videos that illustrate the impact of giving, such as community events, mission trips, or before-and-after images of church projects.
Acceptance Criteria: This section should emotionally connect with visitors, showing the tangible results of their contributions.
6. FAQs About Giving
Task: Develop a section for frequently asked questions about giving.
Details:
Header: "Giving FAQs"
Content: Provide answers to common questions, such as:
How is my donation used?
Is my donation tax-deductible?
How do I update or cancel my recurring donation?
Who can I contact for help with online giving?
Visuals: Simple icons next to each FAQ, such as a question mark or info icon.
Acceptance Criteria: The FAQs should be informative and helpful, addressing any concerns or questions visitors might have about the giving process.
7. Contact Information and Support
Task: Provide contact details for support related to giving.
Details:
Header: "Need Help?"
Content: Offer contact information for the church's finance or giving department, including:
Email Address
Phone Number
Office Hours
Contact Form: A simple form for inquiries related to giving.
Visuals: Image or icon of a church office or support representative.
Acceptance Criteria: Visitors should easily find and use the contact information to resolve any issues or questions related to their donations.
8. Responsive Design
Task: Ensure the Giving page is fully responsive across devices.
Details:
Mobile and Tablet Views: Design and test the page layout on various screen sizes to ensure usability on smartphones and tablets.
Adaptive Form: Ensure the online giving form is responsive and easy to use on smaller screens.
Acceptance Criteria: The page should be fully functional and visually appealing on all devices, with no loss of content or functionality.
9. SEO and Analytics
Task: Optimize the page for search engines and set up analytics to track engagement.
Details:
Keywords: Include relevant keywords such as “church donations,” “online giving,” “support church,” etc.
Meta Tags: Ensure the page has appropriate meta titles, descriptions, and alt text for images.
Analytics: Set up tracking for page visits, donation form submissions, and CTA clicks.
Acceptance Criteria: The page should be optimized to rank well in search engine results, with analytics providing insights into user engagement and giving behavior.
10. Testing and Quality Assurance
Task: Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance checks.
Details:
Functionality Testing: Ensure all buttons, links, forms, and payment processing work as expected.
Usability Testing: Conduct user testing to ensure the page is intuitive and easy to navigate, especially the donation process.
Security Testing: Verify that all payment and personal data is securely handled and that there are no vulnerabilities.
Acceptance Criteria: The page should be fully tested with no significant bugs or usability issues before launch.
11. Deployment
Task: Deploy the Giving page to the live environment.
Details:
Pre-Launch Checklist: Ensure all content, forms, and payment processing are finalized and functioning correctly.
Launch: Deploy the page to the live server.
Post-Launch Monitoring: Monitor the page after launch for any issues or necessary adjustments.
Acceptance Criteria: The page should be live and accessible to users, with all features functioning as expected.
This ticket provides a comprehensive outline for designing and developing the Giving page, ensuring that all necessary features, security measures, and user experience considerations are covered. Each task can be assigned individually in the sprint, allowing for a structured and efficient development process.
Design and Develop the Giving Page
Ticket Title:
Design and Develop the "Giving" Page
User Story:
As a church member or visitor, I want to easily and securely make donations to the church, learn about the church's giving philosophy, and explore different methods of giving so that I can support the ministry in a way that aligns with my preferences.
1. Hero Section
2. Giving Philosophy
3. Ways to Give
4. Secure Online Giving Form
5. Donation Impact Stories
6. FAQs About Giving
7. Contact Information and Support
8. Responsive Design
9. SEO and Analytics
10. Testing and Quality Assurance
11. Deployment
This ticket provides a comprehensive outline for designing and developing the Giving page, ensuring that all necessary features, security measures, and user experience considerations are covered. Each task can be assigned individually in the sprint, allowing for a structured and efficient development process.