Promote Your Organization with a Mobile App
Promote your nonprofit and grow your visibility in the community.
We know you have a lot of questions and we invite you to connect with us in a on-line session where we can meet one-2-one or invite your entire staff to get your questions answered. The more you know the faster we can get your organization out front. Every day that goes by is a day that you can grow stronger and stay stronger for your community. |
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers - Nonprofit Mobile App Program
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What is NMAP (Nonprofit Mobile App Program)?
NMAP (Nonprofit Mobile App Program) is a program we (DonPaul Enterprises) designed to help small, community nonprofits and faith-based organizations take advantage of mobile app technology to bring more visibility to their organization. We will design and develop a custom mobile app for your organization. We make qualification easy and we are prepared to support your entire promotional strategy. Your custom app will open your organization up to a broader audience, increase donors/sponsors and attract more volunteers. This program is exclusively for nonprofits and faith-based organizations That’s why we invite you to take a look at everything NMAP has to offer and then schedule a complimentary consultation. We help you explore your options and make the best choices for your orgainzation's goals.
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Why would DPE design, develop and launch a mobile app for free?
Since 1996, (DonPaul Enterprises - DPE) has worked with community organizations to bring more visibility to those who are helping others. Mobile apps are a core substance to achieving that goal. Our motto "Collective cooperation within the community leads to combined success" is the driving force behind our offer. While we may not be able to provide every nonprofit with an app, for those that qualify, we will work on a first-come-first-serve basis to provide quaility, functional, state-of-the-art applications. Your custom app will open your organization up to a broader audience, increase donors/sponsors and attract more volunteers ...that in turn will benefit your community. This program is exclusively for nonprofits and faith-based organizations That’s why we invite you to take a look at everything NMAP has to offer and then schedule a complimentary consultation. We help you explore your options and make the best choices for your orgainzation's goals.
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Why should my organization consider developing a mobile app?
The benefits of having a customized mobile app can be infinite and as unique as your individual organization, however there are some standard benefits that can typically be enjoyed by most entities. The good thing is that it’s not difficult to figure out….just add up all of the ways you are currently marketing or promoting your organization and consider a mobile app as an enhancement to that entire process. If you are already receiving measurable benefits from your current efforts, then you can expect that success to increase significantly by adding the power of a mobile app to your tool box. That’s why we invite you to take advantage of our complimentary consultation services. We help you explore your options and make the best choices for your organization's goals.
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Can you show us an example of Mobile Apps with NMAP?
Because each client is different and each business unique, we ask you to contact us and we will show you examples related to your specific orgainzational requirments. To view current work for our clients, please visit our Services Section.. or our App Solutions Section .....For Testimonials from our clients please follow this link.
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What are the FEATURES in Mobile Apps with the NMAP?
There are dozens of features available for your customized app. Because each client is different and each business unique, we ask you to contact us and we will show you examples related to your specific orgainzational requirments. Here are just a few of the MANY features. Not all features are used in all apps...we'll help you decide whcih ones are best for your organization.
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How will people find out about our organizational mobile app?
We will help you develop a promotion plan for your app. We'll also work with your existing vendors to ensure that your app integrates with your exisitng platforms.
Additionally for no fee DPE will post your site and app links in the DonPaul Business Directory This will give your new App immediate exposure to a broader audience.
We also strongly recommend that our clients subscribe to officeVP, which is a great email marketing system. You may use/integrate any marketing strategy that you desire.
When your app is complete and live, you will have access to a back-office editing dashboard that is password protected and allows you to review all elements of your app. DPE will provide training at no charge -
Will we be able to take care of our mobile app?
Your app will be built on a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) platform. Your app will be easyr to maintain after it has been set-up by our professional team. You will be intricately involved in the planning and preparation process, without experiencing the time and attention required to conduct a successful launch. When the launch is complete, you will be able to continue the upkeep of your app, you can have staff or interns do or you can negotiate a contract with DPE to take care of everything.
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Will we get training on how to use our mobile app?
All of your DIY services will come with video libraries for training, plus we (DPE) provides up to 10 custom videos and an hour of Live training on-line (SKYPE) training at no fee. Most of this is done within the first 30-days of the site or mobile App launch.
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Can we get Up-Front Pricing?
For the NMAP, there is no fee to design, develop and launch the app to Android.
Standard business apps start at $600 for Android and Apple) set -up, design, development and launch Hosting fees start at $50 per month for Android and $60 a month for both Androdi and Apple.
Additional maintenance fees apply if the client prefers to have DPE mainatain the app (e.g. updates, edits, push notiifications etc.) If you decide to sign-up for an oVP marketing account you can find email, database management account prices on-line. With DonPaul Enterprises you will receive the benefits of our end-to-end service provisioning. We always give you valuable added services. Like What?? Custom Graphics. Custom Training Video Training, Complementary research and development. We understand that Each CLIENT has different needs. We will carefully outline all requirements and quote you a fair price. At no time will you be charged by DPE for services that you have not fully agreed upon in writing.
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Who will control our app ?
Your app and all of it's content will be controlled by you and your organization?
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Exactly what's covered in our monthly hosting fee?
Similar to a Web site, your Mobile App requires a server to store data. Your hosting fee pays for that data storage plus:
- Upgrades (Note: Some upgrades are not free because they require republishing and Apple charges a fee for republishing)
- Support ( Email support is responded to within 24 hours often within minutes)
- Training ( for you or your staff - up to 10 custom videos and an hour of Live training on-line training)
- Marketing and Promotion Tips and Assistance
- Note: officeVP clients receive additional support and training for 90-days
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Who will be able to download our organization's app and use it?
All apps are designed for Android and Apple Smart Devices
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What if we no longer want the app?
There is no obligation to keep the app. If you do not pay the hosting fee, the app will no longer work and you will not longer be billed.
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Who will take care of our organization's app after it is launched?
All apps are DIY or Do-it-yourself. You can also have a volunteer manage your app or you can negotiate with DPE to manage your app.
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How much should my organization budget for our app?
The budget would depend greatly on your app being DIY or if you'll pay for maintenance, however the basic cost should be minimally $600 for an Android App for the year and $1,000 for Android and Apple for the year.
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We thought an Android App would be fine, but now we want the Apple platform as well...what can we do?
Don't Worry! You will NOT need to start from scratch...we will re-evaluate your requirements and give you advice on your next steps.
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When can we expect our app to be published?
You can expect your Android app to be published within 5 days of your approving the content. The Apple version can take up to 30-days ....longer if it is is rejected. but we do what ever is required to get your Apple app approved.
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When is the first payment due?
You can expect your first invoice to arrive when your app is submitted for publication. You will receive an invoice each month. All major credit cards are accepted. There is no contract. If payment is not received your app will simply stop working.
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We want an app and we'd like to have one but our budget can not handle the monthly fee.... do you have any solutions?
We are happy to say yes! We have a program named Adopt Our App (AOA).
We can work with your organization or group to find donors or sponsors for your app. -
Our Apple app was REJECTED! Now what?
Don't worry! When an app is rejected (This usually only happens with Apple), you will receive a notice of the exact reason(s). If you (the client) did not cause the rejection by making changes in the app., then DonPaul Enterprises (DPE) will work with the reviewers to fix any issues and the app will be resubmitted at no cost to you (the client) When an app is rejected it goes back to the beginning of the “wait” cycle. That is why we (DPE) makes ever attempt to get the app to pass the publication process the first time.