How Coraopolis Increased Volunteer Participation and Sponsorships

Coraopolis Community Development Corporation used SeeMyLegacy to modernize volunteer management, sponsorships, and donor engagement. The result was streamlined operations, new sponsor interest, and a strong foundation for future growth.

Organization Type

Community Development Group

Location

Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

Key Use Cases

Sponsorship + Volunteer Management

Why Coraopolis Partnered with SeeMyLegacy

As Executive Director of the Coraopolis Community Development Corporation in Pennsylvania, Randon Willard leads initiatives to revitalize downtown, support food security programs, and organize major community events. Like many small teams, they faced a familiar challenge: managing volunteers, sponsors, and donors with limited time and outdated tools.

"We were constantly juggling spreadsheets, emails, and phone calls just to keep track of volunteers, sponsors, and donations. It felt like there was no way to stay organized."

— Randon WillardExecutive Director at Coraopolis Community Development Corporation

Making Volunteerism Easier For Everyone

Before SeeMyLegacy, managing volunteers meant endless emails, phone calls, and spreadsheets to track sign-ups and schedules. The process was time-consuming and often confusing for both staff and community members.

Moving everything online created a clear, accessible hub for volunteer opportunities. Instead of back-and-forth communication, people can now find, choose, and register for opportunities on their own.

“People say, ‘I need volunteer hours,’ and we just send them to our page. They find what works for them and sign up. That ease of use is what people appreciate most.”

Growing Support, Without Extra Work

Sponsors can now explore opportunities, complete their commitment, and pay online without any extra steps. The process feels professional and simple for everyone involved.

Within weeks of launching, Coraopolis started seeing new sponsors participate on their own, without needing follow-up or reminders.

"We had two sponsors sign up for our golf outing who I didn’t even know were planning to sponsor. They just found the page and completed everything online.”

Building for the Future with Creative Giving Options

Coraopolis isn’t just using SeeMyLegacy to improve daily operations, it’s laying the groundwork for bigger campaigns ahead. The team plans to introduce memorial giving, naming rights, and new ways for donors to support their mission.

They’re also preparing for a capital campaign that will use the platform’s digital tools to create a more engaging experience for sponsors and donors alike.

“I really enjoy the platform. It’s intuitive, helpful, and continues to improve. Having naming rights and giving opportunities visible online, alongside stories and donation options, makes the process more accessible and meaningful. It’s setting us up for the kind of giving and engagement we want to grow into.”