Tyler Rush Memorial Fund Website Design

How Ridgefield Web Design Helped the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund Honor a Legacy and Build a Community

The Tyler Rush Memorial Fund has spent more than a decade turning tragedy into opportunity by awarding scholarships to deserving students in honor of Tyler Rush. When it came time to create a centralized, official online presence for the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund, the organization turned to Ridgefield Web Design to build a website that was not only easy to navigate, but also respectful, community-focused, and capable of supporting the long-running annual car show that funds the scholarship.

The result is a clean, visually impactful, and mobile-friendly website that tells the story of the fund, showcases annual events, and makes it easier for supporters, sponsors, and scholarship recipients to engage with the mission.

A Website That Honors a Legacy

The Tyler Rush Memorial Scholarship Fund Car Show is more than just an event—it’s a heartfelt community tradition that celebrates Tyler’s memory while supporting future generations through educational scholarships. The website needed to communicate both the personal impact of Tyler’s life and the positive momentum the fund continues to generate.

We worked closely with the fund’s organizers to understand their mission and goals. The website we developed reflects that legacy through thoughtful design, consistent branding, and dedicated sections for storytelling, event promotion, and fundraising.

Built on WordPress for Flexibility and Longevity

We chose WordPress as the content management system for this project to ensure the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund team could easily manage and update the site themselves, even with volunteer turnover or limited tech experience.

Key Features Include:

• Dedicated Event Pages – Information on the annual scholarship car show, including dates, locations, and ways to participate

• Photo Galleries – A growing collection of images from each year of the car show, showcasing the community’s ongoing involvement and support

• Scholarship Information – Details on how to apply, past recipients, and the impact the fund has made

• Sponsor Acknowledgments – Highlighting businesses and individuals who contribute to the event’s success

• Donation and Contact Forms – Making it easy for supporters to give or get in touch

With these features in place, the organization can keep the community informed and engaged all year round.

Designed to Be Heartfelt, Clear, and Community-Focused

Because the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund is a nonprofit built on compassion and community, we focused on a design that is clean, respectful, and welcoming. Every page is easy to navigate, and the content flows naturally between storytelling and practical event information.

Our Design Approach Included:

• A tribute-driven homepage that introduces Tyler’s story and the mission of the fund

• Visual storytelling using large photo galleries to celebrate each year’s car show

• Consistent branding with the fund’s colors and message of hope and community

• Clear navigation so users can quickly access event details, scholarship info, or donation options

We wanted the site to feel personal, while still functioning like a professional digital home base for the organization.

Optimized for Search and Mobile Devices

To help more people find the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund online, we implemented basic SEO strategies using the Rank Math plugin, including:

• Optimized page titles and meta descriptions

• Mobile-first responsive design

• Fast load times and image compression

• Clean URL structure and properly labeled photo galleries

Whether visitors are learning about the scholarship for the first time or looking up this year’s car show on their phones, the site delivers a smooth and informative experience.

Built to Grow With the Organization

One of the biggest benefits of the WordPress platform is its scalability. As the fund continues to grow—adding new events, expanding scholarship opportunities, or reaching a wider audience—the website is fully prepared to evolve.

Future-ready features include:

• Expandable gallery templates for each new year of the car show

• Blog or news updates for ongoing announcements

• Additional donation tools or integrations

• Email newsletter sign-up integration

The site is not just a digital presence—it’s a tool for outreach, fundraising, and community connection.

Why Ridgefield Web Design?

• We understand nonprofits and community-driven organizations

• Custom design built with purpose and sensitivity

• Training and support included for easy updates

• SEO and performance-focused from day one

• Trusted by organizations across Ridgefield, Westchester, and beyond

Let’s Help Your Organization Make a Lasting Impact

Just like the Tyler Rush Memorial Fund, your organization deserves a website that tells your story, inspires your supporters, and grows with your mission. At Ridgefield Web Design, we’re proud to support nonprofits with thoughtful, functional websites that make a difference.

Contact us today to start building a digital presence worthy of your cause.