Digital Silk Launches Purpose-Driven Web Design for Project Fire Buddies, Fueling Engagement and Community Support

June 12, 2025 10:43 AM EDT | Source: Digital Silk

Miami, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - June 12, 2025) - Digital Silk, an award-winning agency focused on creating brand strategies, custom websites and digital marketing campaigns, has launched a new purpose-led digital platform for Project Fire Buddies. This non-profit organization partners with fire departments across the U.S. to bring joy to children battling critical illnesses. The website revamp is part of Digital Silk's mission to support cause-based organizations through strategic web design that fosters engagement and community involvement.

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Bringing Joy Online: Project Fire Buddies' Mission Comes to Life Through Engaging New Website

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From February 6 to May 6, 2025, the new website achieved impactful early results:

  • +16.2% increase in average engagement time per user, showing visitors are connecting more deeply with the content
  • +37.4% rise in engagement events such as clicks and scrolls across pages
  • +3.8% increase in organic and direct traffic, despite a decline in total users
  • Over 13.3K pageviews driven by the homepage and the "Chapters" section, indicating interest in the organization's reach and mission

The redesign aimed to tell the Project Fire Buddies story through an intuitive, emotionally resonant interface with clear calls to action for support and participation.

The full case study is available at: https://www.digitalsilk.com/case-studies/project-fire-buddies/.

Human-Centered Website Development Enhancing Visibility and Support

Digital Silk built the platform with accessibility, ease of navigation and emotional storytelling at its core. The homepage, mission and chapter pages now deliver a more immersive journey, helping to inform, inspire and mobilize visitors.

"Project Fire Buddies is more than a website – it's a movement," said Gabriella Garcia, Senior Project Manager at Digital Silk. "Our team worked closely with their leadership to create a site experience that would amplify their impact and encourage more people to get involved."

Key Results from the Digital Transformation

The platform's performance metrics over its first 90 days show promising signs of long-term success and support for the non-profit's mission:

  • Average session duration rose, indicating content relevance and design effectiveness
  • Users interacted more with key calls to action, increasing potential for donations and volunteer involvement
  • Direct and organic traffic grew, a strong indicator of improved visibility and search presence

About Project Fire Buddies

Project Fire Buddies was created by local firefighters to build relationships and boost the morale of critically ill children. By expanding across multiple fire departments, Project Fire Buddies developed a national presence — now supported by a centralized and engaging online platform built by Digital Silk.

About Digital Silk

Digital Silk is an award-winning Miami web design agency focused on growing brands online. With a team of seasoned experts, Digital Silk delivers industry-leading digital experiences through strategic branding and cutting-edge web design to support engagement and visibility through custom marketing strategies.

Media Contact
Jessica Erasmus
Marketing Director & PR Manager
Tel: (800) 206-9413
Email: jessica@digitalsilk.com

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