SaskCulture
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Transformation
- Custom Software Development
- Process Optimization
- Website Development
Saskatchewan's largest funding body needed to overhaul their complex funding programs and ensure broad accessibility across the culturally diverse and vibrant province. They came to us for assistance.
SaskCulture plays a crucial role in supporting Saskatchewan's cultural ecosystem through their granting programs. When faced with the limitations of their paper application process, they approached us to develop a digital solution that would streamline operations — while improving accessibility to their programs. This partnership has grown into a comprehensive digital transformation that supports their mission of promoting, preserving, and celebrating Saskatchewan's rich cultural heritage.
Accessibility Meets Complexity
Each SaskCulture grant application goes through several stages, from the initial request through to the final reporting. The entire process is complex, with numerous steps and unique requirements for different grant programs. It was critical that applicants be guided through this journey in the most streamlined way possible, while ensuring the platform remained accessible to everyone. After in-depth consultation and research, we determined that existing off-the-shelf solutions couldn't meet SaskCulture's complex needs—a custom-built solution was essential.
S/A are incredibly responsive, genuinely passionate, and take the time to deeply understand our work – both the technology needs and the processes behind it. I always look forward to our meetings because I know they’re as invested in our success as we are.
The Solution
Digital Transformation for Grant Management
The custom granting portal we developed provides comprehensive tools for SaskCulture to manage the entire funding cycle. The system guides applications from initial submission through jury adjudication to final reporting. Statistics around grant funding are collected, aggregated, and shared annually, bringing valuable insights into funding distribution. Critically, digitizing this application process has made the system more accessible and equitable—an extremely important factor in a province with a diverse population spanning urban centers and remote communities.
Embracing Change: A Culture of Innovation
SaskCulture is constantly undergoing a process of self-improvement, and their tools must evolve accordingly. Adopting a philosophy of continuous development has enabled the organization to regularly evaluate and refine their digital platforms. Rather than making major overhauls every few years, this approach allows for incremental improvements that respond to emerging needs and opportunities. This agile mindset has fostered a culture of innovation within the organization and ensured their digital tools remain relevant and effective.
From the early days of brainstorming and mapping out pages to the final delivery and continued support, SA made everything feel easy and seamless.
A Marketing Platform That Grows With the Community
SaskCulture required a new marketing platform to connect with members, funders, and the larger cultural community. We created a fresh web design and architecture to house their extensive content. The result is a highly structured yet adaptable platform designed to grow with SaskCulture's expanding needs. This digital presence now serves as a central hub for Saskatchewan's cultural sector, facilitating connections and showcasing the impact of SaskCulture's work.
