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Section 508 Compliance for Nonprofit Websites

Meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for nonprofit organizations.

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Why Section 508 Matters for Nonprofit

Nonprofit organizations must meet Section 508 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

Section 508 is the recognized standard for nonprofit accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need nonprofit services

Section 508 Requirements for Nonprofit

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for nonprofit websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for nonprofit websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for nonprofit websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for nonprofit websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for nonprofit websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Nonprofit Websites

Issue

Donation forms with accessibility barriers

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Event registration not keyboard accessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Impact stories with inaccessible media

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Volunteer signup forms lacking labels

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Nonprofit Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to nonprofit.

Nonprofit Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common nonprofit accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your nonprofit site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nonprofit Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for nonprofit websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Nonprofit organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with Section 508 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common Section 508 issues in nonprofit?

Common issues include donation forms with accessibility barriers, event registration not keyboard accessible, impact stories with inaccessible media. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against nonprofit organizations.

How do I test nonprofit sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on nonprofit-specific workflows like donation forms with accessibility barriers.

Other Compliance Standards for Nonprofit

Nonprofit WCAG 2.1 AA

Ensure your nonprofit website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Nonprofit WCAG 2.2

Ensure your nonprofit website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Nonprofit ADA Compliance

Ensure your nonprofit website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Nonprofit EN 301 549

Ensure your nonprofit website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

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Section 508 Compliance for Other Industries

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Ensure your finance website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

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Ensure your e-commerce website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Education Section 508

Ensure your education website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Government Section 508

Ensure your government website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Legal Section 508

Ensure your legal website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

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