How to Build a Professional Website for an Organization | Part 1 - Chuck Builds A Website

Welcome to the first episode of the Chuck Builds A Website series! In this video, I'm laying out the blueprint for creating a professional, cost-effective website for nonprofits and small organizations.
Here's what you'll learn:

Why traditional web hosting solutions often fail nonprofits
Introduction to Ghost CMS and its benefits over WordPress and Squarespace
Overview of essential tools: Docker, Mailgun, MySQL, FormBricks, and N8N
How to set up a Virtual Private Server (VPS) with Hetzner for just €4/month
The importance of Cloudflare for domain management and security
Tips for ensuring long-term website sustainability for your organization

Whether you're a nonprofit board member, a small business owner, or just curious about modern web development, this series will guide you through building a powerful online presence that's easy to manage and maintain.

TimeStamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:13 - Background Context
01:06 - Why Pay For a VPS?
01:40 - The Problem With Not Being Intentional
02:02 - Google Workspace for Non-Profits
04:03 - Docker Containers
04:25 - Ghost Blog
05:40 - Mailgun
06:25 - Formbricks
07:12 - N8N
07:48 - Hetzner
08:14 - Caddy
08:45 - Cloudflare