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• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. Based on current public information, I’d put these Chicago-area agencies on your outreach list, with Mightybytes, LimeRed Studio, and Windy City Web Solutions standing out for the combination of nonprofit experience and accessibility work.

• Mightybytes — Chicago digital agency with a strong mission-driven/nonprofit portfolio. It explicitly says its deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and its published client list includes Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum, which is particularly relevant to a disability-focused nonprofit. Mightybytes Markleex

mightybytes.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago design agency focused heavily on nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations. Its services include accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress development, and ongoing maintenance, making it worth contacting if you need both strategy/design and implementation.

limered.io

• Windy City Web Solutions — Chicago-based, nonprofit-focused WordPress developer. It specifically describes its nonprofit sites as accessible and has a case study for Nourishing Hope that emphasizes accessibility and ease of use. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital experience agency with experience in accessibility audits, remediation, inclusive design, and accessibility training. This could be a good fit for a larger or more complex nonprofit site where research and user experience are important.

sandstormdesign.com

• Promet Source — Chicago-headquartered web agency with a particularly strong accessibility orientation, including work with public-sector and higher-education organizations. Its expertise may be useful if your nonprofit needs sophisticated Drupal/WordPress functionality or rigorous accessibility requirements.

prometsource.com

• Firebelly Design — Chicago creative agency offering UX, web development, accessibility compliance, and research/usability services. It may be worth considering if the project involves a substantial branding or communications component in addition to the website.

firebellydesign.com

One especially relevant lead

I'd start with Mightybytes if your organization's disability focus is central to the project. The combination of a Chicago location, nonprofit/mission-driven portfolio, explicit WCAG 2.2 AA commitment, and documented work with Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum is unusually close to what you're looking for. Markleex Mightybytes

When you contact agencies, I'd ask three specific questions:

1. Can you give us 2–3 examples of websites you've built for disability-focused or disability-serving organizations?
2. Do you conduct manual accessibility testing with keyboard navigation and screen readers, rather than relying only on automated WCAG scanners?
3. Will accessibility testing include the CMS, donation forms, PDFs/documents, video, and third-party integrations—not just the public-facing pages?

That will help distinguish genuine accessibility expertise from agencies that simply advertise an "ADA-compliant website."

If you'd like, I can also dig deeper and find 5–10 Chicago agencies with actual disability-nonprofit case studies, contact information, approximate project size/pricing, and examples of the sites they've built, then put them into a shortlist you can use for an RFP.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. I’d put the strongest emphasis on agencies that can demonstrate both nonprofit experience and hands-on accessibility work, rather than agencies that simply advertise “ADA compliance.”

Chicago agencies worth contacting

• Mightybytes — My first call. Chicago-based, mission-driven agency with substantial nonprofit experience and an explicit accessibility practice. Its published client list includes Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum, which is unusually relevant to a disability-focused nonprofit. Mightybytes also says it builds to WCAG 2.2 AA and has worked with people who use assistive technologies for manual accessibility testing. Markleex Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital agency with nonprofit and purpose-driven organization experience. Its services include accessibility audits, remediation, inclusive design, and training for content administrators. This could be a good fit if you need both accessible UX strategy and a full website build.
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Particularly worth considering for a nonprofit because its work centers on nonprofits and other mission-driven organizations. Its web practice includes accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress development, integrations, training, and ongoing maintenance.
• Windy City Web Solutions — A smaller Chicago shop focused on nonprofit WordPress sites. It specifically describes its sites as accessible and has documented work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Firebelly Design — Chicago creative agency with nonprofit/purpose-oriented work and services spanning UX, information architecture, accessibility compliance, and responsive development. Worth contacting if you're looking for branding + website + accessibility rather than just development.

One more agency to investigate

Project6 has a particularly explicit nonprofit/accessibility combination. It works with foundations and nonprofits and says most of its clients need WCAG 2.2 AA compliance; its services include UX, usability testing, WordPress/Drupal, and accessibility. Project6
project6.com

If accessibility is the central requirement

I'd ask each agency these questions before requesting a proposal:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built that were designed to WCAG 2.2 AA?
2. Have you worked directly with disability organizations or people who use screen readers/other assistive technology?
3. Do you do manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated accessibility scans?
4. Who is responsible for accessibility during design, development, and QA?
5. Will accessibility be tested again after launch?
6. How will you make the CMS/editor experience accessible so our staff don't accidentally introduce barriers?
7. What happens if an accessibility issue is discovered after launch?
8. Can you provide an accessibility testing/remediation report as part of the project?

That distinction matters: an “ADA-compliant” checkbox or accessibility overlay isn't equivalent to actually designing, coding, and testing a site for people with disabilities.

If your organization itself serves people with disabilities, I would start with Mightybytes and Sandstorm, then compare them with a smaller nonprofit-focused shop such as Windy City Web Solutions. That's not a quality ranking; it's simply a useful shortlist based on the combination of publicly documented nonprofit and accessibility experience.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether you need a redesign or a brand-new site, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and pull together their contact information, relevant disability/nonprofit case studies, typical project size, and questions to include in an RFP.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Mabbly - 640 N La Salle Dr #540, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
• Caxy - 212 W Van Buren St #1000, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Yes. I’d put Mightybytes, Project6, LimeRed Studio, Orbit Media Studios, and Windy City Web Solutions at the top of your Chicago shortlist. I found especially strong evidence for accessibility + nonprofit experience among those firms.

Strongest matches

• Mightybytes — My first call. Chicago-based, purpose-driven digital agency with an explicit accessibility practice. They state that their deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and they have extensive experience with mission-driven organizations. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Project6 — Particularly compelling if you're a foundation or nonprofit. They report 36+ foundation/nonprofit clients and specifically say most of their clients need WCAG 2.2 AA compliance; accessibility is integrated into their design/development process rather than treated as an add-on. Project6

project6.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago agency focused heavily on nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations, with web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX, WordPress, integrations and ongoing maintenance. This is a good option if you want an agency that understands nonprofit communications in addition to technical accessibility.

limered.io

• Orbit Media Studios — Established Chicago web agency with a substantial nonprofit portfolio, including the Greater Chicago Food Depository and other organizations. They specifically cite accessibility and UX/UI as part of their development expertise. Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — Worth considering if you're looking for a smaller, more hands-on WordPress partner. They specifically market accessible nonprofit websites and show work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

Another Chicago option

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital experience agency with accessibility audits, remediation and training among its services. Its nonprofit/healthcare/association orientation could make it a good fit for a disability-focused organization, particularly if you need research + UX + accessibility, rather than just a website build.

One important distinction

If your nonprofit specifically serves people with disabilities, I would ask agencies about experience designing with disabled users, not merely whether they can make a site "ADA compliant." Those are different levels of expertise.

For example, ask each agency:

1. Have you built websites for disability-focused nonprofits or organizations serving disabled people?
2. Can you provide 2–3 examples of those sites?
3. Do you conduct usability testing with disabled people and/or assistive-technology users?
4. Which WCAG version and conformance level do you contractually target? I'd look for WCAG 2.2 AA rather than vague "ADA compliance."
5. Do you manually test with keyboard navigation and screen readers, or only run automated scanners?
6. Will accessibility be tested again after content is entered into the CMS?
7. Will you train our staff to keep the site accessible after launch?
8. Can you audit our donation forms, PDFs, event registration, videos, maps and third-party tools too?

One particularly interesting alternative is The Chicago Lighthouse. It isn't a conventional web-design agency, but its accessibility practice has more than 15 years of experience in accessibility consulting, WCAG/508 compliance, audits, training and assistive-technology perspectives. The Chicago Lighthouse If you already have a web developer, pairing that developer with an accessibility specialist like this could be stronger than relying on an agency's generic accessibility claims.

If I were narrowing this to three calls: Mightybytes for deep accessibility + mission-driven work, Project6 for nonprofit/foundation expertise, and LimeRed for nonprofit-focused branding + web + accessibility.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Alpha Efficiency - Web Design Chicago Agency - 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Beth Interactive - 4657 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste B, Chicago, IL 60640
• What A Great Website - 50 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Brand Vision Marketing - Web Design & Branding - 30 N Michigan Ave #504, Chicago, IL 60602, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant. I’d prioritize firms that can demonstrate both nonprofit experience and actual accessibility practice, rather than agencies that merely say their sites are “ADA-friendly.”

My shortlist

1. Mightybytes — strongest overall fit

• Chicago-based digital agency with a long history working with purpose-driven organizations.
• Accessibility is a core service, and Mightybytes says its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default. Mightybytes
• Particularly attractive if you want accessibility integrated into UX, design, development, content, and ongoing governance rather than bolted on afterward.
• mightybytes.com
• Sandstorm Design — strong accessibility + UX

• Chicago agency with substantial UX/design experience and an explicit accessibility practice.
• Offers accessibility audits, remediation support, and training, which is useful for a nonprofit that needs its staff to maintain accessibility after launch.
• Particularly worth considering if the site needs substantial research and user-experience work, not just a visual redesign.
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — strong nonprofit/missional fit

• Chicago design agency focused heavily on nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations.
• Services include web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress, forms/payments, and ongoing maintenance.
• This could be a particularly good fit if your organization needs branding/messaging work alongside the website.
• Promet Source — accessibility-heavy technical option

• Chicago-headquartered web development agency with a strong accessibility orientation, particularly around Drupal/open-source platforms.
• Its experience is especially relevant if your organization has a complex site, resource library, multiple audiences, or stringent accessibility requirements.
• I would put them high on the list if you're looking beyond a typical marketing website.
• Windy City Web Solutions — potentially good smaller-budget option

• Chicago-based WordPress developer explicitly specializing in nonprofits and accessible websites.
• Their portfolio includes Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County, with accessibility specifically called out in the projects. Windy City Web Solutions
• This may be worth contacting if you want a more hands-on/smaller agency rather than a larger digital firm.
• Firebelly Design — nonprofit-oriented creative option

• Chicago creative studio offering UX, web design/development, accessibility compliance, responsive front-end development, and CMS integration.
• Better candidate if brand, storytelling, and visual identity are important alongside accessibility.

One additional agency worth contacting

Project6 has unusually explicit nonprofit accessibility experience. Its nonprofit/foundation practice says most clients need to meet WCAG 2.2 AA, and it specifically describes helping nonprofits meet or exceed those standards. Project6

project6.com

If disability-focused experience is the key criterion

I'd ask each agency one very specific question:

“Can you show me 2–3 websites you've built for disability organizations, organizations serving people with disabilities, or nonprofits where accessibility was a significant project requirement? And can you explain how people with disabilities participated in testing?”

That's important because WCAG compliance and experience designing for disabled users aren't necessarily the same thing. A genuinely strong agency should be able to discuss keyboard navigation, screen readers, focus management, captions/transcripts, cognitive accessibility, low-vision needs, accessible forms, zoom/reflow, and—ideally—testing with people who actually use assistive technology.

For comparison, Elevation is an excellent accessibility-focused nonprofit specialist even though I wouldn't put it in the same “Chicago agency” bucket based on the information I found. It says accessibility is built into its nonprofit work and uses WCAG 2.2 AA as its baseline. Elevation Elevation

elevationweb.org

Who I'd contact first

If this were my project, I'd start with:

• Mightybytes — best combination of Chicago + mission-driven work + serious accessibility practice.
• LimeRed — particularly compelling for nonprofit communications/branding + web.
• Sandstorm Design — strong choice for research/UX-heavy work.
• Promet Source — strongest technical candidate for a complex or high-stakes accessible site.
• Windy City Web Solutions — worth getting a proposal from if budget and direct developer access matter.

If you tell me what kind of disability-focused nonprofit you are, your approximate website budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+), and whether this is a redesign or new site, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and find specific disability-related nonprofit projects/case studies and contact information for each.

I'd ask each agency one very specific question:

“Can you show me 2–3 websites you've built for disability organizations, organizations serving people with disabilities, or nonprofits where accessibility was a significant project requirement? And can you explain how people with disabilities participated in testing?”

That's important because WCAG compliance and experience designing for disabled users aren't necessarily the same thing. A genuinely strong agency should be able to discuss keyboard navigation, screen readers, focus management, captions/transcripts, cognitive accessibility, low-vision needs, accessible forms, zoom/reflow, and—ideally—testing with people who actually use assistive technology.

For comparison, Elevation is an excellent accessibility-focused nonprofit specialist even though I wouldn't put it in the same “Chicago agency” bucket based on the information I found. It says accessibility is built into its nonprofit work and uses WCAG 2.2 AA as its baseline.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant if accessibility + nonprofit experience + mission alignment are all important.

My shortlist

• Mightybytes — Strongest overall fit. Chicago-based, explicitly works with nonprofits and other mission-driven organizations, and offers UX/UI, web development, accessibility audits/remediation, and training. They also describe partnering with Access Living for manual accessibility testing by people who use assistive technology. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Excellent nonprofit/mission-driven option. Their Chicago practice focuses heavily on nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations, with web design, UX, accessibility auditing, WordPress development, and ongoing support.

limered.io

• Sandstorm Design — Good for a larger, research/UX-heavy project. They work with nonprofits and other purpose-driven organizations and offer accessibility audits, remediation and training in addition to digital experience design.
• Windy City Web Solutions — Worth considering if budget and hands-on support matter. They specifically market accessible WordPress sites for Chicago nonprofits and have published nonprofit examples, including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Promet Source — Especially interesting for technically demanding accessibility work. They're Chicago-based and emphasize accessibility-forward sites, particularly for public-sector and higher-ed organizations. I'd ask specifically about their disability/nonprofit portfolio before putting them ahead of the options above.
• Dialogue Theory — Good mission-driven design candidate. They're a Chicago strategic design/digital experience studio focused on nonprofits, social-impact organizations and civic/advocacy groups, with an emphasis on inclusive design.

One specialist I'd also contact

Mire & Muse Digital stood out in my search because accessibility is unusually central to its offering rather than an add-on: it advertises WCAG 2.1 AA on every build, assistive-technology testing, accessibility audits/remediation, and nonprofit-focused pricing. Mire & Muse

mireandmuse.com

If you're specifically a disability-focused nonprofit

I'd prioritize Mightybytes, LimeRed, and Mire & Muse first. The distinction I'd make when interviewing them is whether they've merely built WCAG-compliant sites or have actually co-designed/tested sites with people with disabilities.

For your RFP/discovery call, I'd ask:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a major requirement?
2. Have you tested with people who use screen readers, keyboard navigation, voice control, magnification, or other assistive technologies?
3. Who actually performs the accessibility testing—developers, an accessibility specialist, or disabled users?
4. What WCAG level do you contractually commit to—2.2 AA, for example?
5. How do you handle accessibility of donation forms, event registration, PDFs, video, maps, and third-party integrations?
6. Do you train our staff to keep the site accessible after launch?
7. Can you provide references from disability organizations or nonprofits serving disabled people?

That last question is particularly important: a general nonprofit portfolio isn't necessarily evidence of experience designing for disabled users.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–30k, $30–75k, $75k+) and whether you need a redesign, a new site, or an accessibility remediation, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and pull together their contact information, relevant nonprofit/disability projects, and estimated fit.

• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Alpha Efficiency - Web Design Chicago Agency - 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. I’d put these Chicago-area firms at the top of your outreach list, based on evidence of both nonprofit experience and serious web accessibility work:

1. Sandstorm Design — Best overall fit

• Chicago-based UX/web agency with 20+ years of nonprofit experience.
• Accessibility is embedded in its process, with IAAP-certified (CPACC) staff, accessibility training, and ongoing audits.
• Their nonprofit work includes organizations such as the Vasculitis Foundation and NCSA Education Foundation. Sandstorm Design
• Contact: sandstormdesign.com
• Mightybytes — Excellent accessibility + mission-driven fit

• Chicago digital agency focused specifically on purpose-driven organizations.
• States that its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default and offers inclusive UX/accessibility services.
• Has worked with hundreds of purpose-driven organizations since 1998. Mightybytes
• Contact: mightybytes.com
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Strong nonprofit/mission-driven option

• Chicago agency specializing in nonprofits and other purpose-driven organizations.
• Offers web design/development plus accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress, integrations and ongoing maintenance.
• Particularly worth considering if branding/messaging is part of your project too.
• Windy City Web Solutions — Potentially good for a smaller nonprofit budget

• Chicago-based, nonprofit-focused WordPress developer.
• Specifically cites accessible sites for nonprofits, including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County.
• Their Nourishing Hope project was described as a fast, accessible site designed around people seeking services, volunteers and donors. Windy City Web Solutions
• Contact: windycitywebsolutions.com
• Promet Source — Worth considering for complex accessibility requirements

• Chicago-headquartered agency with a strong accessibility focus, particularly in public-sector and higher-ed work.
• Good candidate if your nonprofit has complicated content, Drupal requirements, integrations, or formal accessibility/compliance needs.
• Dialogue Theory — Interesting mission-driven alternative

• Chicago studio focused on social-impact organizations, nonprofits and civic/advocacy groups.
• Its positioning emphasizes inclusive and accessible digital experiences.

One important caveat

If “disability-focused nonprofit” is a hard requirement—not merely “nonprofit + accessibility”—I'd prioritize Sandstorm, Windy City Web Solutions, and agencies with demonstrable disability-sector projects rather than choosing solely based on WCAG claims.

For comparison, I found a particularly strong disability-sector case study from CornerShop Creative: it redesigned the site for Open Doors for Multicultural Families, an organization serving people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in immigrant and refugee communities. The resulting site was WCAG 2.1 AA compliant and designed around both families seeking disability services and donors. Cornershop Creative They aren't Chicago-based, but I'd consider them if geographic location isn't essential.

I'd also consider Project6 if you're open to a non-Chicago agency: it specifically says most of its foundation/nonprofit clients need WCAG 2.2 AA and describes accessibility as a core part of its nonprofit web-development practice. Project6

What I'd ask them before hiring

Don't just ask, “Do you make ADA-compliant websites?” Ask:

• Can you show me 2–3 websites you've built for disability-focused organizations?
• Do you target WCAG 2.2 AA, and is that contractual?
• Who actually performs accessibility testing?
• Do you do manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?
• Do people with disabilities participate in usability testing?
• How do you handle accessible PDFs, forms, donation systems, videos, maps and third-party widgets?
• How will accessibility be maintained when our staff add new content after launch?
• Can you provide an accessibility remediation plan and test report at launch?

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd favor an agency that treats accessibility as part of UX and user research—not one that simply installs an “accessibility widget.”

If you tell me your approximate website budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–30k, $30–75k+) and whether you're looking for a redesign or a brand-new site, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and give you their contact pages, relevant disability/nonprofit case studies, and a suggested outreach email.

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Alpha Efficiency - Web Design Chicago Agency - 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant. I’d prioritize agencies that can demonstrate actual disability/nonprofit work, not just a generic “ADA-compliant” checkbox.

My shortlist

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Strong nonprofit fit. Chicago-based and focused on nonprofits and other purpose-driven organizations. Their services include accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress development, integrations, and ongoing maintenance. Their smaller-nonprofit offerings may also make them worth contacting if budget is a concern.
• Sandstorm Design — Strong accessibility + nonprofit combination. Chicago-based UX/digital agency with experience serving nonprofits, healthcare, higher education, and membership organizations. Their capabilities include accessibility audits, remediation, and training, which is useful if you want accessibility embedded into the project rather than tested at the very end.
• Mightybytes — Best choice if accessibility is a major priority. Chicago-based and explicitly commits to WCAG 2.2 AA for its deliverables. They also emphasize inclusive design and responsible digital practices. Mightybytes
• Windy City Web Solutions — Potentially good for a smaller nonprofit. They specifically market accessible WordPress sites to Chicago nonprofits and have a documented project for Nourishing Hope, including a testimonial describing the resulting site as highly accessible and straightforward. Windy City Web Solutions
• Promet Source — Worth considering for a larger/complex site. Chicago-headquartered, with an accessibility-forward practice and substantial experience with public-sector and other organizations where accessibility requirements are important.
• Firebelly Design — Interesting if you need branding + website together. Their Chicago practice includes UX, web development, accessibility compliance, and responsive front-end development.

One agency I'd contact even though I'd verify Chicago availability

Elevation is particularly compelling for your specific requirement. They work exclusively with nonprofits, explicitly build to WCAG 2.2 AA, and their portfolio includes The Arc, Fayette County, a disability-services organization. They describe that project as an accessible site connecting families to disability programs and services. Elevation Elevation

That's much stronger evidence of relevant experience than an agency simply saying “we build ADA-compliant websites.”

My ranking for a disability-focused nonprofit

I'd start with:

1. Elevation — strongest demonstrated disability + nonprofit + accessibility combination.
2. Mightybytes — strongest Chicago-local accessibility commitment.
3. LimeRed Studio — strong Chicago nonprofit specialization.
4. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/accessibility and mission-driven experience.
5. Windy City Web Solutions — potentially attractive for a smaller-budget WordPress project.
6. Promet Source — particularly worth exploring for a technically complex organization.

One other option is The Chicago Lighthouse, which isn't primarily a web-design agency but has extensive accessibility consulting, auditing, WCAG/508 compliance, and assistive-technology expertise. That could be useful as an independent accessibility partner alongside whoever builds the site. The Chicago Lighthouse

What I'd ask them

When you contact them, I'd specifically ask:

• “Can you show me 2–3 websites you've built for disability-focused or disability-serving nonprofits?”
• “Do you target WCAG 2.2 AA, and is that contractual?”
• “Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?”
• “Do you test donation forms, event registration, PDFs, videos, and third-party integrations for accessibility?”
• “Do you involve people with disabilities in usability testing?”
• “What happens after launch—do you provide accessibility monitoring and remediation?”
• “Can you provide an accessibility-focused project estimate separately from general redesign costs?”

That last group of questions will quickly distinguish an agency with genuine accessibility expertise from one that's simply selling an accessibility widget or automated scan.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether this is a redesign or a new site, I can narrow this to 3 Chicago agencies I'd actually contact first, including relevant past projects and contact links.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Alpha Efficiency - Web Design Chicago Agency - 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with credible evidence of both nonprofit work and accessibility expertise. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize agencies that can show actual work for disability organizations—not just agencies that say “ADA compliant.”

Strongest matches

• Mightybytes — My first call. Chicago-based and explicitly focused on mission-driven organizations. They say all deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and their accessibility practice includes audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technologies. Mightybytes Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital-experience agency with nonprofit and purpose-driven clients. Their services include accessibility audits, remediation, and training, making them worth contacting if you want accessibility integrated into research, UX, and content governance rather than added at the end.

sandstormdesign.com

• Orbit Media Studios — Particularly compelling because they have a documented case study for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission is advancing the civil and human rights of people with disabilities. Orbit says the resulting site achieved WCAG 2.1 AA and included rigorous accessibility reviews. Orbit Media Studios They also have extensive Chicago nonprofit experience, including accessible work for other nonprofits. Orbit Media Studios Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

• LimeRed Studio — Chicago-based, mission-driven agency with substantial nonprofit experience. Their web work includes accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress development, content strategy, and ongoing maintenance. LimeRed Studio, Inc.

limered.io

• Promet Source — Chicago-headquartered agency with a particularly strong accessibility/public-sector background. Their work emphasizes accessible UX/UI, open-source development, and organizations where accessibility and governance are important. This could be a good fit for a larger or technically complex nonprofit.

prometsource.com

One especially relevant example outside the Chicago list

Capellic is worth knowing about even though it's not a Chicago agency: they recently redesigned the national Easterseals website, a major disability-focused nonprofit, with WCAG 2.2 AA as an explicit design criterion. Their case study reports a 2025 launch and accessibility-score improvement. Capellic

If being physically based in Chicago isn't mandatory, I'd put Capellic on the shortlist alongside Orbit and Mightybytes because the Easterseals experience is unusually close to what you're looking for.

My shortlist

If I were selecting 3 agencies to interview, I'd start with:

1. Orbit Media — strongest directly documented experience with a Chicago/Illinois disability-rights nonprofit.
2. Mightybytes — strongest combination of accessibility expertise + mission-driven/nonprofit orientation.
3. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/accessibility practice and Chicago nonprofit/purpose-driven experience.

When you contact them, I'd specifically ask: “Can you show me two or three nonprofit sites where people with disabilities were involved in accessibility testing, and explain how you validated WCAG compliance beyond automated scans?” That's a much better filter than simply asking whether they “build ADA-compliant websites.”

If you'd like, I can also make you a shortlist of 8–10 Chicago agencies with contact info, approximate project budgets, nonprofit experience, and specific accessibility/disability-related case studies, ranked from best to worst fit.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with a meaningful overlap of nonprofit experience + web accessibility, rather than agencies that merely advertise generic “ADA compliance.”

My strongest shortlist

• Mightybytes — Best overall fit. Chicago-based and explicitly focused on mission-driven organizations. Mightybytes says its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default, and its accessibility practice includes audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people using assistive technologies. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Strong nonprofit/mission-driven option. Chicago agency specializing in nonprofits and social-impact organizations, with web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX, WordPress, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.

limered.io

• Sandstorm Design — Good choice for a larger, research/UX-oriented project. Chicago-based and experienced with nonprofits and other purpose-driven organizations; its services include accessibility audits, remediation, and training.

sandstormdesign.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — Potentially good for a smaller nonprofit budget. It specifically markets accessible WordPress sites for Chicago nonprofits. It cites work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County and says accessibility is incorporated into its builds. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Project6 — Particularly interesting if you're a foundation/nonprofit with more complex organizational needs. Project6 says it has worked with 36+ foundations and nonprofits and helps clients meet or exceed WCAG 2.2 AA, including usability testing and custom development. Project6

project6.com

One non-Chicago agency worth considering

Elevation is not Chicago-based, but I'd put it on the shortlist if disability-focused nonprofit experience is more important than having a local agency. It's a nonprofit-only agency and specifically lists The Arc, Fayette County, a disability-services organization, among its work. It says its sites are built to WCAG 2.2 AA and that accessibility is incorporated from research/design through development and maintenance. Elevation Web Solutions Elevation Web Solutions

elevationweb.org

How I'd narrow these down

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd contact Mightybytes, Project6, LimeRed, and Elevation first. The important distinction is that you want an agency that can demonstrate accessibility through its actual design/development process, not one that simply installs an accessibility widget.

When you talk to them, I'd ask:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a major requirement?
2. Have you worked directly with disability organizations or people with disabilities during research/testing?
3. Do you build to WCAG 2.2 AA from the design stage, rather than remediate accessibility afterward?
4. Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing in addition to automated scans?
5. Will accessibility testing include our donation, application, registration, and other important forms?
6. Who owns the code, hosting, domain, and design files after launch?
7. What accessibility support do you provide after launch?

That second question is especially important for a disability-focused organization: “WCAG compliant” and “actually usable by disabled people” aren't necessarily the same thing.

If you tell me your approximate budget and whether you need a redesign, a new site, or accessibility remediation, I can narrow this to the 3 best Chicago agencies and compare their likely fit, nonprofit experience, accessibility credentials, and contact information.

When you talk to them, I'd ask:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a major requirement?
2. Have you worked directly with disability organizations or people with disabilities during research/testing?
3. Do you build to WCAG 2.2 AA from the design stage, rather than remediate accessibility afterward?
4. Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing in addition to automated scans?
5. Will accessibility testing include our donation, application, registration, and other important forms?
6. Who owns the code, hosting, domain, and design files after launch?
7. What accessibility support do you provide after launch?

That second question is especially important for a disability-focused organization: “WCAG compliant” and “actually usable by disabled people” aren't necessarily the same thing.

If you tell me your approximate budget and whether you need a redesign, a new site, or accessibility remediation, I can narrow this to the 3 best Chicago agencies and compare their likely fit, nonprofit experience, accessibility credentials, and contact information.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• What A Great Website - 50 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Beth Interactive - 4657 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste B, Chicago, IL 60640
• Bark Design - 3115 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
• Neoteric Design - 29 E Madison St, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60602
• Brand Vision Marketing - Web Design & Branding - 30 N Michigan Ave #504, Chicago, IL 60602, United States

Yes. I’d put the strongest emphasis on agencies that can show both nonprofit experience and actual accessibility practice, rather than agencies that merely say “ADA compliant.”

My Chicago shortlist

• Mightybytes — My first call. Chicago-based, mission-driven, and explicitly focused on accessibility. They offer accessibility audits/remediation and manual testing in partnership with Access Living, including testing by people who use assistive technologies. They also say their digital deliverables are built to WCAG 2.2 AA by default. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Particularly worth considering if you need branding + website + nonprofit communications. Their Chicago practice focuses heavily on nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations and includes accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress development and ongoing maintenance.

limeredstudio.com

• Sandstorm Design — A Chicago UX/digital-experience agency with experience in nonprofit and other mission-driven organizations. Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation and training, making them a good option if accessibility needs to be incorporated into a larger UX/research process.

sandstormdesign.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — A smaller Chicago shop that specifically markets accessible WordPress sites for nonprofits. They cite work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County, including accessible donation/volunteer experiences. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Firebelly Design — Interesting if you want a strong creative/brand component. Their web services include accessibility compliance, UX strategy and responsive development, and they've operated a nonprofit-focused “Grant for Good” program since 2004.

firebellydesign.com

• Dialogue Theory — A Chicago mission-driven design studio working with nonprofits, civic/advocacy organizations and social-impact brands. I'd include them in an RFP if you want a more strategy/design-led partner, but I'd specifically ask for examples of disability-focused work and their accessibility-testing process.

One especially relevant specialist

The Chicago Lighthouse isn't a conventional web-design agency, but I'd strongly consider bringing them into the process. Their technology team provides accessibility consulting, audits, WCAG/Section 508 compliance services and accessibility training, with more than 15 years of experience. The Chicago Lighthouse

That could be valuable if you hire a design agency for the build and want independent accessibility testing by people with disabilities before launch.

What I'd ask agencies before hiring

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I would ask these questions explicitly:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built that meet WCAG 2.2 AA?
2. Have you worked directly with disability organizations or users with disabilities?
3. Do you conduct manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?
4. Which screen readers/browsers do you test?
5. Will accessibility testing cover donation forms, application forms, PDFs, video, maps and third-party integrations?
6. Who performs the testing—your developers, an independent accessibility specialist, or people with disabilities?
7. Will accessibility be included in the contract/SOW and acceptance criteria rather than treated as an optional add-on?
8. What happens after launch when our staff add new content?

I would be particularly cautious about an agency whose answer is essentially “we install an accessibility widget/overlay.” For a disability-focused organization, you want accessibility built into the information architecture, design, HTML, forms and content—not merely a compliance layer added afterward.

If I were narrowing this to three initial conversations: Mightybytes for accessibility + mission alignment, LimeRed for nonprofit/brand expertise, and Windy City Web Solutions if you want a smaller, hands-on Chicago partner.

• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

If you’re looking for a Chicago agency that can build an accessible website for a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize firms that can show (1) nonprofit experience, (2) WCAG/ADA accessibility practices, and (3) experience with complex audiences such as people using screen readers, keyboard navigation, captions, or assistive technology.

Here are several Chicago-area agencies worth contacting:

Strong matches for disability-focused nonprofits

Mightybytes, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-561-7529)

Best fit: mission-driven organizations that want accessibility, sustainability, and strategy.

• Chicago-based digital agency focused on purpose-driven organizations.
• Publishes accessibility work around inclusive digital experiences, WCAG 2.2 AA practices, accessibility audits, remediation, and training. Mightybytes
• Their accessibility work includes collaboration with organizations that involve people with disabilities in testing and feedback.

Good questions to ask:

• “Do you include disabled user testing in your accessibility process?”
• “Can you help us maintain accessibility after launch?”

LimeRed Studio, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 312-238-9070)

Best fit: nonprofits and advocacy organizations needing brand + website strategy.

• Chicago design agency focused on nonprofits, social enterprises, and mission-led organizations.
• Offers web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX/UI work, WordPress development, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.

Good questions to ask:

• “Can you share examples of nonprofit sites you built where accessibility was a core requirement?”
• “How do you handle accessibility for donation forms and third-party tools?”

Sandstorm Design

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-348-4200)

Best fit: larger nonprofits, associations, healthcare, or organizations with complex content.

• Chicago digital experience agency with UX, strategy, and accessibility services.
• Offers accessibility audits, remediation support, and training for content teams.

Good questions to ask:

• “Do you conduct manual accessibility reviews in addition to automated scans?”
• “What CMS platforms do you recommend for accessible nonprofit publishing?”

Dialogue Theory

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 617-922-3790)

Best fit: disability advocacy groups that need storytelling, public engagement, and accessible digital experiences.

• Chicago studio focused on mission-driven organizations, nonprofits, civic groups, and social-impact work.
• Positions its work around ethical and inclusive design practices.

More nonprofit-focused options

Elevation

Best fit: nonprofits that want an agency specializing specifically in nonprofit websites.

• Builds nonprofit websites with accessibility as part of the process.
• States that it designs and builds to WCAG 2.2 AA standards and includes accessibility throughout research, design, development, and maintenance. Elevation Websites Elevation Websites
• Has worked exclusively with nonprofits since 2007. Elevation Websites

Windy City Web Solutions

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 847-801-9482)

Best fit: smaller nonprofits needing a hands-on WordPress partner.

• Focuses on nonprofit websites, accessible WordPress builds, and ongoing support. Windy City Web Solutions
• May be a good fit if you need direct access to the developer rather than a large agency process.

Also consider accessibility specialists (for audits or partnering)

The Chicago Lighthouse

Not a typical web design agency, but worth knowing about if accessibility expertise is critical.

• Provides accessibility consulting, WCAG/508 compliance services, audits, training, and technology accessibility support. The Chicago Lighthouse
• Could be useful as an independent accessibility reviewer alongside a web agency.

When you contact agencies, ask these five questions

1. “Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit websites you built that meet WCAG 2.2 AA standards?”
2. “Do you test with disabled users, not only automated scanners?”
3. “How do you handle accessibility for PDFs, videos, forms, maps, and donation platforms?”
4. “Who on your team owns accessibility decisions during design and development?”
5. “What accessibility checks happen after launch when staff add new content?”

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d put Mightybytes, LimeRed, Sandstorm Design, Dialogue Theory, and Elevation at the top of the initial outreach list because their public positioning most directly overlaps with accessibility + mission-driven work. Elevation Websites

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• Mabbly - 640 N La Salle Dr #540, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
• Bounteous - 4115 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL 60613, United States

Yes. I’d put Mightybytes, LimeRed Studio, and Windy City Web Solutions at the top of the Chicago shortlist, with a couple of other strong candidates depending on your budget and project complexity.

Best matches

• Mightybytes — strongest overall fit. Chicago-based and explicitly focused on mission-driven organizations. Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people using assistive technologies. Most importantly for your use case, they publicly identify Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum among organizations they've helped with accessibility. They say their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default. Mightybytes Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — strong nonprofit/mission-driven option. They specialize in purpose-driven organizations and nonprofits and offer web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX/UI, WordPress, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.

limered.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — potentially good for a smaller nonprofit. They specifically market accessible WordPress websites for Chicago nonprofits and cite nonprofit experience including United Way of Lake County. Their approach emphasizes screen-reader usability and accessible donation/volunteer forms. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Sandstorm Design — good for a larger, research-heavy redesign. Chicago-based and experienced with purpose-driven organizations; their services include accessibility audits, remediation, and training.
• Promet Source — worth considering for complex sites. Particularly interesting if you're on Drupal, need sophisticated integrations, or have substantial accessibility/governance requirements. They're Chicago-headquartered and accessibility-forward, with nonprofit/association experience.
• Firebelly Design — good mission/brand combination. They have nonprofit experience through their long-running Grant for Good program and offer accessibility-conscious web strategy, UX, development, and CMS integration.

One important distinction

If "experience with disability-focused nonprofits" is the key criterion rather than merely "knows WCAG," Mightybytes stands out considerably because its publicly documented accessibility clients include both Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum. Mightybytes

I'd also ask every agency whether they do actual user testing with disabled people, rather than relying primarily on automated accessibility scanners. That's particularly important for a disability-focused organization.

What I'd ask in your first contact

You could send something like:

We're a disability-focused nonprofit in Chicago looking for a website redesign/build. Accessibility is a core requirement, not an afterthought. Could you share examples of websites you've built for disability organizations or organizations serving people with disabilities, explain your WCAG target, and describe how you conduct testing with disabled users and assistive technologies?

I'd specifically ask for:

• 2–3 live examples of accessible nonprofit sites they've built
• Whether they target WCAG 2.2 AA
• Whether testing includes screen readers, keyboard-only navigation, zoom/reflow, captions, cognitive accessibility, etc.
• Whether disabled users participate in usability testing
• How they handle accessibility of donation forms, event registration, PDFs, videos, and third-party integrations
• What accessibility support they provide after launch
• Whether accessibility is included in the quoted project price

My first three calls would be Mightybytes, LimeRed, and Windy City Web Solutions. If you tell me roughly your nonprofit's budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–30k, $30–75k, $75k+) and whether you're looking for a redesign or a brand-new site, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and compare their nonprofit/disability experience, accessibility credentials, likely price tier, and contact information.

• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States

If you’re looking for a Chicago-area agency that understands disability-focused nonprofits, I’d prioritize firms that can show both (1) nonprofit/mission-driven experience and (2) a real accessibility process (WCAG, keyboard testing, screen-reader considerations, inclusive research—not just an “accessibility plugin”). Here are several worth contacting:

Strong matches for disability-focused nonprofits

Mightybytes, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-561-7529)

• Particularly relevant if your nonprofit focuses on disability rights, accessibility, inclusion, or social impact.
• They describe their work as centered on mission-driven organizations and include accessibility audits, remediation, training, and inclusive design practices. Their accessibility work has included testing partnerships involving people who use assistive technologies.
• Good fit for: organizations that need strategy + website redesign + ongoing accessibility support.

LimeRed Studio, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 312-238-9070)

• A Chicago design agency focused on nonprofits, social enterprises, and mission-led organizations. Their services include web design/development, accessibility and SEO audits, UX strategy, WordPress development, and training.
• Good fit for: nonprofits that need storytelling, branding, and a more accessible digital presence.

Sandstorm Design

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-348-4200)

• A long-running Chicago digital experience agency with experience in purpose-driven sectors. Their accessibility offerings include audits, remediation support, and training for teams maintaining content.
• Good fit for: larger nonprofits needing UX research, governance, and a structured redesign process.

Dialogue Theory

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 617-922-3790)

• Works with mission-driven organizations and emphasizes inclusive, ethical design practices.
• Good fit for: disability organizations that want a strong narrative/advocacy-focused website.

More nonprofit-focused options

Windy City Web Solutions

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 847-801-9482)

• Builds WordPress websites for nonprofits and highlights accessible design, performance, and ongoing support. They cite nonprofit projects such as Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions
• Good fit for: smaller nonprofits needing a practical WordPress build and maintenance partner.

Firebelly Design

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-489-3200)

• Chicago studio with nonprofit experience and a history of providing pro bono design work through its Grant for Good program. Their web services include accessibility-minded design and development.
• Good fit for: organizations needing brand strategy plus digital design.

Agencies outside Chicago but very nonprofit/accessibility-specialized

elevationweb.org

• Not Chicago-based, but worth considering because nonprofit websites are their specialty. They state that accessibility is built into their process and target WCAG 2.2 AA standards for nonprofit projects. Elevation Web Solutions Elevation Web Solutions

project6.com

• Another nonprofit-focused firm with explicit experience helping foundations and nonprofits meet accessibility standards such as WCAG. Project6

Questions I’d ask before hiring

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d ask each agency:

1. Can you show 2–3 nonprofit websites you built that were tested with disabled users?
2. Do you build to WCAG 2.2 AA? What parts are included in your process?
3. How do you test keyboard navigation, screen readers, captions/transcripts, forms, and PDFs?
4. Do you involve people with disabilities in usability testing?
5. Will our staff receive accessibility training for adding content after launch?

If you tell me the type of disability-focused nonprofit (blind/low vision, developmental disabilities, independent living, mental health, disability rights advocacy, etc.) and your approximate budget range, I can narrow this to the best 3–5 agencies to contact.

• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

If you’re looking for a Chicago-area agency that understands accessible design for disability-focused nonprofits, I’d prioritize firms that can show: (1) nonprofit or mission-driven experience, (2) WCAG/ADA accessibility practice, (3) experience with real users of assistive technology, and (4) ongoing accessibility maintenance—not just an automated scan.

Here are several worth contacting:

Strong matches for disability-focused nonprofits

Mightybytes, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-561-7529)

Best fit: nonprofits, advocacy organizations, social-impact groups needing a strategic partner.

Why consider them:

• Chicago-based agency focused on mission-driven organizations.
• Accessibility is a core service area: audits, remediation, training, and inclusive design.
• They have experience with manual accessibility testing, including testing involving assistive technology users through partnerships. Mightybytes

Good questions to ask:

• “Have you built sites for disability organizations or organizations serving disabled communities?”
• “Can disabled users participate in usability testing?”

Sandstorm Design

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-348-4200)

Best fit: larger nonprofits, associations, healthcare-related organizations, advocacy groups.

Why consider them:

• Chicago UX/digital experience agency with nonprofit and purpose-driven experience.
• Offers accessibility audits, remediation support, and accessibility training.

Good questions to ask:

• “How do you involve accessibility specialists during UX and design—not only after development?”
• “What accessibility documentation do you provide at launch?”

LimeRed Studio, Inc.

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 312-238-9070)

Best fit: nonprofits that want branding + website + accessible content strategy.

Why consider them:

• Chicago studio focused on purpose-driven organizations.
• Services include UX, web design/development, accessibility auditing, SEO, and content strategy.

Dialogue Theory

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 617-922-3790)

Best fit: organizations needing thoughtful UX and complex information architecture.

Why consider them:

• Works with mission-driven and civic organizations.
• Their work emphasizes digital strategy, UX, and accessible experiences.

More nonprofit-focused options

Windy City Web Solutions

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 847-801-9482)

Best fit: smaller nonprofits needing a practical WordPress partner.

Why consider them:

• Focuses on nonprofit websites and accessible WordPress builds.
• Has examples of nonprofit work, including organizations using their sites for community services, donations, and volunteer engagement. Windy City Web Solutions

Firebelly Design

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 773-489-3200)

Best fit: nonprofits wanting a strong brand/storytelling component alongside web work.

Why consider them:

• Offers UX strategy, accessibility-minded web development, and CMS integrations.
• Has a history of nonprofit-focused pro bono work through its Grant for Good program.

National nonprofit specialists that may also be worth considering

Elevation Web

Elevation Web Solutions Elevation Web SolutionsBest fit: organizations that want an agency specializing specifically in nonprofit websites.

Why consider them:

• Nonprofit-only focus.
• Builds sites around WCAG accessibility practices and nonprofit needs like donations, forms, and content management. Elevation Web Solutions

What I’d ask before signing a contract

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d send every agency these questions:

1. “Can you share 2–3 websites you built where accessibility was a primary requirement?”
2. “Do you test with screen readers and keyboard-only users?”
3. “Do you involve disabled people in usability testing?”
4. “What WCAG level do you target (for example WCAG 2.2 AA)?”
5. “Will you provide an accessibility checklist or audit report at launch?”
6. “How will our staff keep the site accessible after launch?”

If your nonprofit serves a specific disability community (blind/low vision, Deaf/HOH, intellectual disabilities, mobility disabilities, etc.), I’d tailor the shortlist further because the accessibility needs and testing approach can differ.

• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Karim McCall Creative - Evanston, IL 60202, United States
• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• TLO Web Designs - 9109 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, United States
• cre8 - Chicago, IL 60607
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant if accessibility and disability-focused nonprofit experience are priorities. I’d put these at the top of your outreach list:

Strongest matches

• Ensemble Media — Especially interesting for your use case. Their portfolio includes work connected to the Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund / ADA30, including accessible web design and a disability-inclusion outreach campaign. They also have experience with accessible interactive data visualization.
• Mightybytes — A Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency with a substantial nonprofit/purpose-driven portfolio. They offer accessibility audits, remediation and training, and say their deliverables conform to WCAG 2.2 AA by default. They also have experience incorporating testing by people using assistive technologies. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital agency with experience in nonprofits, healthcare and associations. Accessibility audits, remediation and inclusive design are part of its services, making it worth considering for a more sophisticated redesign.
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Purpose-driven Chicago agency offering web design/development, accessibility and SEO audits, UX, WordPress and integrations. This could be a good fit if you need both brand/storytelling and a technically accessible nonprofit site.
• Windy City Web Solutions — More small-business/boutique in scale, but specifically markets accessible WordPress websites for Chicago nonprofits. Their published portfolio includes Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County, with accessibility explicitly discussed in the projects. Windy City Web Solutions

Also worth contacting

• Dialogue Theory — Chicago digital design/development studio focused on mission-driven organizations and nonprofits, with accessibility and inclusive design experience.
• Promet Source — Particularly worth considering if your organization needs a more complex Drupal/WordPress site, integrations, governance or rigorous accessibility requirements. Their client base includes nonprofits, government and higher education.
• Firebelly Design — Chicago agency with UX, information architecture, content strategy, accessibility compliance and web development capabilities. They also have a long-running nonprofit-focused “Grant for Good” program.
• Karim McCall Creative — Evanston/Chicago-area independent practice. Their work on the nonprofit Rotary.org included an accessibility audit, responsive design, UX research and design-system work.

My shortlist

If this were my project, I'd contact Ensemble Media, Mightybytes, Sandstorm, LimeRed, and Windy City Web Solutions first. They give you a useful range from a disability-specific portfolio example to larger accessibility-focused agencies and a smaller nonprofit specialist.

One important distinction: “ADA compliant” on an agency's website isn't enough. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd ask each agency:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a core requirement?
2. Have you worked directly with disability organizations or people with disabilities during research/testing?
3. Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, rather than relying only on automated scanners?
4. Which WCAG version and conformance level do you target? I'd generally want WCAG 2.2 AA for a new build.
5. Will accessibility cover donation forms, event registration, PDFs, videos and third-party integrations—not just the main pages?
6. Do you provide an accessibility audit/retest and documentation at launch?

If you tell me your approximate budget and what kind of disability-focused nonprofit you are (e.g., blind/low-vision, developmental disabilities, independent living, mental health, cross-disability), I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and find the right contact person/email for each.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• The Chicago Lighthouse - 1850 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Neoteric Design - 29 E Madison St, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60602
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• TLO Web Designs - 9109 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States

Yes. I’d put accessibility experience + actual nonprofit/disability-sector experience ahead of generic “ADA-compliant” claims. Based on what agencies publicly document, these are the strongest Chicago-area leads:

Best matches

• Mightybytes — My first call. Chicago-based and strongly focused on mission-driven organizations. They state that their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and their accessibility practice includes audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people using assistive technologies. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital agency with substantial work for healthcare, nonprofits and other purpose-driven organizations. Their services include accessibility audits, remediation and accessibility training. This looks particularly promising if your site has complex service/program information rather than just fundraising pages.
• Ensemble Media — Especially interesting because they have documented work connected to disability inclusion: their portfolio includes an ADA30/Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund campaign with accessible web design.

That makes them worth contacting if you want an agency that has actually worked on disability-related communications rather than simply claiming WCAG expertise.

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago purpose-driven design agency offering web design/development plus accessibility auditing. They work with nonprofits and mission-oriented organizations and can handle strategy, UX, WordPress, integrations and content.
• Promet Source — A good option if you have a large or technically complicated nonprofit website, particularly Drupal. Their Chicago team works with public-sector and mission-driven organizations, with user-centered design and accessibility considerations built into their development work.
• Windy City Web Solutions — More of a smaller/boutique option. They specifically advertise accessible WordPress websites for Chicago nonprofits, with examples including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

One specialist I'd seriously consider even though they're not Chicago-based

Elevation is worth putting on your RFP list if you're open to a remote agency. They specialize exclusively in nonprofits and now explicitly build to WCAG 2.2 AA, including manual accessibility testing, assistive-technology testing, accessible donation/sign-up flows, and training nonprofit content teams. Elevation Elevation

elevationweb.org

An interesting disability-specific possibility

I'd also look at Ensemble Media alongside Mightybytes because of the difference in their evidence: Ensemble has a directly documented disability-inclusion/ADA campaign, while Mightybytes has a particularly mature technical accessibility practice.

There's also The Chicago Lighthouse, which isn't a web-design agency but has extensive expertise in digital accessibility, WCAG/508 compliance, accessibility audits and assistive technology. They could potentially be useful as an independent accessibility partner or evaluator for whichever agency you hire. The Chicago Lighthouse

What I'd ask agencies before hiring

Don't settle for “yes, we're ADA compliant.” Ask:

1. Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a substantive project requirement?
2. Have you worked with organizations serving people with disabilities specifically?
3. Do you target WCAG 2.2 AA?
4. Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?
5. Do people with disabilities participate in usability testing?
6. How do you make donation forms, event registration, PDFs, maps and third-party embeds accessible?
7. What accessibility testing happens before launch, and what documentation do you provide?
8. How will you keep the site accessible after launch when our staff add content?

That last question is particularly important for a disability-focused nonprofit: accessibility can deteriorate after launch even when the original build was excellent.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether you need WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, etc., I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and give you a prioritized contact list with website/contact links and relevant nonprofit/disability case studies.

There's also The Chicago Lighthouse, which isn't a web-design agency but has extensive expertise in digital accessibility, WCAG/508 compliance, accessibility audits and assistive technology. They could potentially be useful as an independent accessibility partner or evaluator for whichever agency you hire. chicagolighthouse.org

What I'd ask agencies before hiring

Don't settle for “yes, we're ADA compliant.” Ask:

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• TLO Web Designs - 9109 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. I’d put Mightybytes, Project6, Windy City Web Solutions, and Ensemble Media at the top of the list, with a couple of additional firms worth contacting.

Best matches

• Mightybytes — Strongest overall fit. Chicago-based and explicitly focused on mission-driven organizations. They state that their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and they offer accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with assistive-technology users. Mightybytes Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Project6 — Particularly compelling if you're a foundation or established nonprofit. They report 36+ foundation/nonprofit clients and specifically say most clients need to meet WCAG 2.2 AA, with accessibility incorporated into their web design and development process. Project6

project6.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — A smaller Chicago provider that specializes in nonprofit WordPress sites. They specifically cite work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County, describing those sites as accessible and designed around community members, donations, and volunteer services. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Ensemble Media — Worth a serious conversation because its Chicago work includes ADA30 / Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund, involving a disability-inclusion campaign and accessible web design. That's unusually close to your specific requirement.

Also worth contacting

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital-experience agency with accessibility audits, remediation, and training experience. A good option if you need substantial UX research and stakeholder work in addition to development.
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago purpose-driven design agency offering web design/development plus accessibility auditing and UX work. Potentially a good fit for a nonprofit that needs brand + website together.
• Promet Source — Larger, technically oriented Chicago agency specializing in Drupal/WordPress, with experience in accessibility remediation and organizations with significant governance requirements. I'd consider them for a more complex site or member/resource portal.
• Elevation — Not Chicago-headquartered, so I'd treat it as a non-local alternative, but its nonprofit accessibility specialization is unusually strong. It says it has designed exclusively for nonprofits since 2007 and builds to WCAG 2.2 AA, including manual accessibility passes and assistive-technology testing. Its portfolio includes Chicago nonprofit ALSO. Elevation ALSO -

elevationweb.org

My shortlist for a disability-focused nonprofit

If I were sending RFPs today, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — best combination of Chicago + mission-driven work + rigorous accessibility.
2. Ensemble Media — especially interesting because of the Chicago disability-inclusion/ADA30 experience.
3. Project6 — excellent nonprofit/foundation experience and explicit WCAG 2.2 work.
4. Windy City Web Solutions — attractive if you're a smaller organization with a WordPress budget.
5. Sandstorm Design — good if research, UX, and accessibility strategy are major parts of the project.

One important distinction: don't accept "ADA compliant" as sufficient evidence. For a disability-focused organization, I'd ask each agency whether they will commit to WCAG 2.2 AA, perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, test the actual donation/application/resource flows, and involve people with disabilities in usability testing—not merely run an automated accessibility scanner.

If you tell me roughly your nonprofit's size, budget (e.g. <$25K, $25–75K, $75K+), current CMS, and whether you need a redesign or a new site, I can narrow this to 3–4 agencies and give you the best contact route for each.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• TLO Web Designs - 9109 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States

Yes. I’d put the strongest emphasis on agencies that can demonstrate both nonprofit experience and actual accessibility practice, rather than agencies that merely advertise “ADA-compliant websites.”

Here are the Chicago-area options I’d contact first:

Strongest matches

• Mightybytes — Excellent fit for a disability-focused nonprofit. Chicago-based, mission-driven, and explicitly committed to WCAG 2.2 AA. They offer accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing, including testing with people who use assistive technology. Their site says WCAG 2.2 AA is the default for deliverables. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago UX/digital agency with experience serving nonprofits, healthcare, higher education and associations. Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation, and training, which is particularly useful if your organization needs accessibility maintained after launch.

sandstormdesign.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Purpose-driven Chicago design agency offering web design/development alongside accessibility auditing and UX work. Worth considering if you need brand + website + accessibility, rather than just technical remediation.
• Promet Source — Particularly interesting if you need a more technically sophisticated site, such as Drupal, complex content structures, integrations, or accessibility/governance requirements. Their Chicago team works with mission-driven organizations and has a strong accessibility orientation.
• Ensemble Media — A smaller Chicago agency with unusually relevant disability-related experience: its work includes an ADA30 / Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund campaign and accessible web design, as well as projects where 508/ADA accessibility was explicitly required. That makes this one especially worth contacting for a disability-focused nonprofit.

Also worth getting proposals from

• Windy City Web Solutions — More of a small, hands-on WordPress shop. They specifically market accessible nonprofit websites and cite work for Chicago-area nonprofits including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Dialogue Theory — Chicago digital design/development studio focused on mission-driven organizations, with accessibility and inclusive design among its stated priorities.
• Firebelly Design — Established Chicago agency with nonprofit experience through its long-running Grant for Good program and capabilities spanning UX, web development and accessibility compliance.

One non-Chicago option I'd seriously consider

Elevation isn't Chicago-based, but it's unusually well matched to your specific requirement. It specializes in nonprofit websites and says it builds to WCAG 2.2 AA, incorporates accessibility from research/design through development, performs manual accessibility testing, and trains nonprofit content editors. It also has Chicago nonprofit work—for example, Chicago nonprofit ALSO's current site credits Elevation for its website. Elevation ALSO -
elevationweb.org

My shortlist

If I were sending out 5 RFP/inquiry emails, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — strongest combination of Chicago + mission-driven work + serious accessibility practice.
2. Ensemble Media — particularly compelling because of the direct disability/ADA-related project experience.
3. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/accessibility capabilities and nonprofit/mission-oriented experience.
4. Promet Source — best if the site will be technically complex or have significant integrations.
5. Elevation — not Chicago-based, but arguably the strongest specialist fit for nonprofit accessibility.

One thing I'd specifically ask every agency: “Can you give us two or three examples of websites you've built for disability-serving or disability-led organizations, and explain how people with disabilities participated in usability/accessibility testing?” That question will distinguish genuine accessibility expertise from an agency simply running an automated WCAG scanner.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether you need WordPress/Drupal/etc., I can narrow this to 3 agencies and find their direct contact pages, relevant nonprofit/disability case studies, and estimated fit for your project.

• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613
• 10com Web Development - 205 N Michigan Ave Suit 810, Chicago, IL 60601
• Brand Vision Marketing - Web Design & Branding - 30 N Michigan Ave #504, Chicago, IL 60602
• UX 4Sight - 111 W Jackson Blvd Unit 1700, Chicago, IL 60604
• Cultivate Brands - 111 N Wabash Ave Ste 100-1066, Chicago, IL 60602
• Comrade Digital Marketing Agency - 332 S Michigan Ave #900, Chicago, IL 60604
• Flamingo Agency - 3752 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
• SeedCart | Web Designers In Chicago - 222 S Riverside Plaza #15, Chicago, IL 60606
• Affordable Web Design Chicago - 5141 W Altgeld St, Chicago, IL 60639
• Bright Ideas Company - 100 S State St, Chicago, IL 60603
• Alpha Efficiency - Web Design Chicago Agency - 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Yes. I found a few Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant, with Orbit Media Studios and Mightybytes standing out most strongly based on documented accessibility and nonprofit work.

Best matches

• Orbit Media Studios — Strongest overall fit. Orbit is a Chicago web design/development agency with a substantial nonprofit portfolio. Its nonprofit work explicitly includes accessibility, and its SitStayRead case study describes addressing accessibility risks and improving accessibility in the redesign. It also has case studies for organizations such as Awakenings, a Chicago nonprofit serving survivors of sexual violence, and Off the Street Club. Orbit Media Studios Orbit Media Studios Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

• Mightybytes — Excellent accessibility-first option. Mightybytes is Chicago-based and says its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default. It also positions itself specifically around social-impact organizations and responsible technology, which makes the mission fit particularly good for a disability-focused nonprofit. Mightybytes Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Olive Street Design — A Chicago-based web design/development agency with unusually explicit accessibility experience. The agency has worked with clients on web accessibility compliance and says it educated more than 1,300 clients about accessibility and sold accessibility packages to clients. Duda

duda.co

• Windy City Web Solutions — A smaller Chicago option worth contacting if you want a more hands-on shop. Its nonprofit web-design offering specifically says it builds accessible WordPress sites, including screen-reader-friendly navigation, online donations and volunteer forms. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

One especially interesting specialist

Briteweb deserves consideration even though it's not a Chicago-based agency. It built the website for The Chicago Lighthouse, an organization serving people who are blind, visually impaired and people with disabilities. The resulting site was designed to WCAG Level AAA, with accessibility requirements and tools specifically tailored to blind and visually impaired users. Rgd

That is probably the closest documented precedent I found to your exact use case: a disability-focused organization whose website needed to work particularly well for people with disabilities.

My shortlist

If I were sending out 3–4 inquiries, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — best accessibility-first/social-impact combination.
2. Orbit Media Studios — strongest Chicago nonprofit web-design track record.
3. Olive Street Design — particularly interesting if ADA/WCAG compliance is a major concern.
4. Briteweb — especially worth considering if your users include people who are blind/visually impaired, despite being outside Chicago.

One important distinction: “ADA compliant” isn't enough by itself. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd ask prospective agencies whether they conduct testing with actual disabled users, whether accessibility is built into design/development rather than added through an overlay, what WCAG level they target, and whether they test keyboard navigation, screen readers, focus states, forms, PDFs, video/captions, and third-party donation/event systems.

If you tell me what type of disability your nonprofit serves and roughly what your website budget is, I can narrow this to the 3 best agencies and give you their contact information plus a suggested inquiry email.

One important distinction: “ADA compliant” isn't enough by itself. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd ask prospective agencies whether they conduct testing with actual disabled users, whether accessibility is built into design/development rather than added through an overlay, what WCAG level they target, and whether they test keyboard navigation, screen readers, focus states, forms, PDFs, video/captions, and third-party donation/event systems.

If you tell me what type of disability your nonprofit serves and roughly what your website budget is, I can narrow this to the 3 best agencies and give you their contact information plus a suggested inquiry email.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• Design In Chicago - 159 N Sangamon St Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Lizard's Liquid Lounge - 3058 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618, United States
• Neoteric Design - 29 E Madison St, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60602
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• cre8 - Chicago, IL 60607
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States

Yes. I’d prioritize agencies that can show actual nonprofit work plus accessibility work, rather than agencies that simply advertise “ADA compliance.”

My Chicago shortlist

• Mightybytes — My strongest overall pick. Chicago-based, mission-driven, and explicitly focused on accessible digital experiences. Mightybytes says its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default and offers accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technology. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Promet Source — Particularly worth considering if your nonprofit has complex content, government funding, accessibility requirements, Drupal, or Section 508 concerns. They're Chicago-headquartered and specialize in accessible digital platforms for public-sector, higher-ed, associations, and nonprofits.

prometsource.com

• Sandstorm Design — A Chicago UX/digital-experience agency with accessibility audits, remediation, and training. Their experience with healthcare, higher education, nonprofits, and associations makes them a potentially good fit for a disability-focused organization.

sandstormdesign.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — A smaller Chicago option that specifically markets accessible WordPress sites for nonprofits. They cite work for Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County and describe accessible donation and volunteer flows. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Project6 — Strong option if you're looking for a nonprofit/foundation specialist. They explicitly say most of their nonprofit clients need WCAG 2.2 AA and describe accessibility as going beyond basic compliance to creating genuinely accessible experiences. Project6

project6.com

• Mire & Muse Digital — A smaller, boutique alternative. They advertise WCAG 2.1 AA on every build, screen-reader/assistive-technology testing, nonprofit-focused pricing, and accessibility work from wireframe through launch. Mire & Muse

mireandmuse.com

One especially relevant connection

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd also consider involving The Chicago Lighthouse as an accessibility consultant/tester, even if you hire a separate agency to do the design and development. Chicago Lighthouse provides accessibility consulting, WCAG/Section 508 compliance, audits, training, and accessibility certification, with expertise informed by people who are blind or visually impaired. The Chicago Lighthouse

That kind of arrangement can be valuable because “WCAG compliant” doesn't necessarily mean the site is pleasant or practical for actual disabled users.

Who I'd contact first

If this were my project, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — best combination of Chicago presence, purpose-driven/nonprofit experience, and serious accessibility practice.
2. Promet Source — especially if the site will have substantial content, complex functionality, or government/Section 508 requirements.
3. Sandstorm Design — particularly if UX research and inclusive design are important.
4. Windy City Web Solutions — worth getting a proposal from if you're a smaller nonprofit and want a more hands-on WordPress partner.
5. Project6 — particularly compelling if your organization is foundation/nonprofit oriented.

One caution: I wouldn't select solely on an agency saying “ADA compliant.” In your RFP, ask whether they will do manual keyboard testing, screen-reader testing, focus-state testing, accessible forms, accessible PDFs/content guidance, and testing with disabled users. Those questions will separate serious accessibility practices from accessibility-overlay/checklist approaches.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether you need a redesign, a brand-new site, or an accessibility remediation, I can narrow this to 3–4 agencies and find the most relevant disability/nonprofit projects they've actually done.

If you’re a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize agencies that understand accessibility as a design and content practice (WCAG, keyboard navigation, screen readers, accessible forms/donations, ongoing governance), not just “ADA compliance” as a checkbox. These Chicago-area agencies look worth contacting:

If I were narrowing the list for a disability-focused nonprofit

I’d start conversations with:

1. Mightybytes — strongest alignment with accessibility + social impact. Mightybytes
2. Sandstorm Design — strong UX background, useful if your site serves multiple audiences (clients, caregivers, donors, advocates).
3. Dialogue Theory — worth considering if your nonprofit has complex services, community resources, or civic partnerships.
4. Elevation — especially if you want a nonprofit specialist rather than a general Chicago agency. Elevation Web Solutions

Questions to ask before hiring

When you contact them, ask:

• “Can you show examples of nonprofit sites you built that were tested by people using screen readers or other assistive technology?”
• “Do you build to WCAG 2.2 AA, and what does your QA process include?”
• “How do you test keyboard navigation, forms, PDFs, videos, and donation flows?”
• “Will our staff receive accessibility training so the site stays accessible after launch?”
• “Do you include accessibility testing after content updates?”

A good sign is an agency that talks about disabled users’ experience, not only legal risk or automated scanners.

I can also help you make a shorter shortlist based on your nonprofit’s size, budget range, CMS preference (WordPress/Drupal/etc.), and whether you need a redesign or a new site.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• West Town Websites - 834 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago agencies that look particularly relevant, but Mightybytes stands out as the strongest match because it has documented experience with disability-focused nonprofits—not just generic ADA/WCAG claims.

Best matches

• Mightybytes — My top recommendation. Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency with accessibility as a core service. Most importantly, its accessibility portfolio specifically includes Access Living and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum, and Mightybytes says it has helped the latter create an accessible website. It also works with people using assistive technologies through accessibility testing partnerships. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Chicago agency with substantial UX/design experience and a stated focus on accessibility audits, remediation, and inclusive design. It could be a good choice if you need research + UX + a sophisticated redesign, rather than simply a WordPress build.

sandstormdesign.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago agency focused on purpose-driven organizations and nonprofits. Its services include UX/UI, accessibility and SEO auditing, WordPress development, and integrations. This looks especially promising if your organization needs brand, messaging, and website work together.

limered.io

• Promet Source — Chicago-based Drupal/WordPress agency with experience serving nonprofits, government, higher education, and other organizations where accessibility and governance matter. A particularly good candidate if your site has complex content, integrations, or a large number of program pages.

prometsource.com

• Ensemble Media — Interesting option because its Chicago work includes an ADA30 / Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund campaign involving accessible web design. It also has experience making complex interactive data accessible.
• Windy City Web Solutions — More of a small, hands-on WordPress shop. It explicitly specializes in Chicago nonprofits and says it builds accessible WordPress sites; its portfolio includes Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. This could be attractive if you're a smaller nonprofit with a more modest budget. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

One non-Chicago agency worth considering

Elevation is not Chicago-based, but I'd put it on the shortlist if location isn't a hard requirement. It's a nonprofit-only digital agency that has worked exclusively with nonprofits since 2007 and now says it builds sites to WCAG 2.2 AA. It also has a Chicago nonprofit client, ALSO, whose site identifies Elevation as its website designer. Elevation Web Solutions ALSO -
elevationweb.org

How I'd prioritize them

If you're specifically a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd contact these first:

1. Mightybytes — strongest directly relevant disability-nonprofit experience.
2. Ensemble Media — demonstrated disability-community/ADA-related project experience.
3. LimeRed Studio — strong nonprofit/purpose-driven fit plus accessibility.
4. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/accessibility option for a larger or more complex project.
5. Windy City Web Solutions — worth talking to if budget and hands-on support are priorities.
6. Promet Source — particularly if you have complex Drupal/WordPress requirements.

One thing I'd ask every agency before hiring: “Can you provide references from disability-led or disability-serving organizations, and can you explain how disabled people participate in your accessibility testing—not just which automated WCAG scanner you use?” That's a much better discriminator than simply asking whether they are “ADA compliant.” Mightybytes, for example, specifically describes manual testing involving people who use assistive technologies. Mightybytes

If you tell me roughly your nonprofit's size/budget and whether this is a redesign or a new site, I can narrow this to the 3 agencies I'd actually contact first, including likely price tier and the right person/contact route.

• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Rule29 - 501 Hamilton St, Geneva, IL 60134
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Karim McCall Creative - Evanston, IL 60202, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant for a disability-focused nonprofit, rather than just agencies that claim generic “ADA compliance.”

My strongest shortlist

• Sandstorm Design — Probably my first call. Sandstorm specifically works with nonprofits and says accessibility is embedded in its process. It has IAAP-certified (CPACC) product owners, designers, and engineers, provides accessibility audits and staff training, and has 20+ years of nonprofit experience. Its nonprofit portfolio includes organizations such as the Vasculitis Foundation and MPN Research Foundation. Sandstorm Design

sandstormdesign.com

• Mightybytes — Especially interesting for a disability-focused mission. Mightybytes is a Chicago agency focused on mission-driven organizations and accessibility. Its published approach includes WCAG 2.2 AA, accessibility audits/remediation, training, and manual testing with Access Living, including testing by people who use assistive technology. That last point is a particularly strong signal for your use case.

mightybytes.com

• Orbit Media Studios — A larger Chicago agency with substantial nonprofit experience and a dedicated accessibility practice. Orbit explicitly discusses WCAG, Section 508, screen-reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, contrast, captions and testing with actual users, and has built nonprofit sites for organizations including the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Illinois Action for Children. Orbit Media Studios Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

• Promet Source — Worth considering if your nonprofit needs a technically sophisticated Drupal/WordPress site, extensive integrations, or rigorous accessibility/governance. They work with nonprofits, higher education and public-sector organizations where accessibility is a major requirement.

prometsource.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — A Chicago purpose-driven agency doing branding plus web design/development. Its services include accessibility and SEO audits, UX/UI, information architecture and WordPress, making it potentially attractive if you need to rethink both your nonprofit's brand and website.

limered.io

• Advocate Creative — Chicago agency specifically oriented toward nonprofits and foundations, with nonprofit website work and accessibility considerations. I'd put them on the list if strong mission/brand storytelling is as important as the technical accessibility work.

One more to investigate

Dialogue Theory is a Chicago digital design/development studio that works with mission-driven organizations, nonprofits and civic organizations. Its work emphasizes UX, accessibility and practical functionality. I would ask them for specific disability-community references before putting them ahead of the agencies above.

How I'd prioritize the calls

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd contact Sandstorm, Mightybytes, and Orbit first. The distinction is that they provide evidence of accessibility as an actual process—not merely an “ADA-compliant website” checkbox.

When you contact them, I'd ask these five questions:

1. Have you built a site for a disability-focused or disability-serving nonprofit? Can you give me two references?
2. Do you design/develop against WCAG 2.2 AA? Which success criteria do you test?
3. Do people with disabilities actually participate in usability/accessibility testing, including people using screen readers, keyboard-only navigation, magnification, voice control, etc.?
4. Who performs the testing? Is it independent of the developers who built the site?
5. What happens after launch? Do you provide accessibility monitoring, remediation and content-editor training?

That third question is particularly important. A site can technically pass automated accessibility checks and still be frustrating or unusable for disabled people.

If you tell me your approximate website budget (e.g. under $25k, $25–75k, $75–150k, $150k+) and whether you need WordPress, Drupal, or don't care, I can narrow this to the 3–5 best-fit agencies and find their direct contact pages and relevant nonprofit/disability case studies.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• C E Anderson & Associates - 175 N Franklin St Unit 410, Chicago, IL 60606, United States
• Idea Marketing Group - 46 Saravanos Dr, Ste F, Yorkville, IL 60560
• Mabbly - 640 N La Salle Dr #540, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
• Neoteric Design - 29 E Madison St, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60602
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• TLO Web Designs - 9109 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60617, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with specific evidence of both nonprofit work and serious web accessibility experience. I’d prioritize the first three.

Best matches

• Mightybytes — strongest match

This is the clearest fit if your nonprofit serves people with disabilities. Mightybytes is Chicago-based and has worked directly with Access Living, a Chicago disability-rights organization, on a major website redesign. They targeted WCAG AAA, conducted user testing with people using assistive technologies, and have continued supporting Access Living for years. They also worked with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum. Mightybytes Mightybytes

They now state that their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default and that they partner with Access Living for manual accessibility testing. Mightybytes Mightybytes

Contact: mightybytes.com
Phone: 773-561-7529
Chicago: 1725 W. Balmoral Ave. Mightybytes

• Sandstorm Design — excellent nonprofit + accessibility combination

Sandstorm has 20+ years of nonprofit experience, IAAP/CPACC-certified accessibility professionals, accessibility training, and ongoing audits. Its nonprofit portfolio includes organizations such as the Vasculitis Foundation, MPN Research Foundation and Illinois Holocaust Museum. Sandstorm Design

They also have specific experience turning inaccessible PDFs into accessible HTML experiences, which could be particularly useful if your organization publishes reports, program materials, or other documents. Sandstorm Design

Contact: sandstormdesign.com
Chicago: 4422 N. Ravenswood Ave.

• Ensemble Media — particularly interesting for disability-focused work

Ensemble has a documented project around the ADA30 / Chicago Community Trust Disabilities Fund, including accessible web design and a broader disability-inclusion campaign. That's unusually close to what you're looking for. Their work also includes accessible interactive data experiences.

Contact: ensemblemedia.com
Chicago: 4704 N. Kenmore Ave.

Other agencies worth contacting

• Promet Source — Chicago-headquartered Drupal/WordPress agency with a strong accessibility, WCAG, Section 508 and public-sector/nonprofit background. Particularly worth considering if you have a large, complex site, resource library, or Drupal requirement.

prometsource.com

• Project6 — has substantial foundation/nonprofit experience and specifically says most of its nonprofit clients need WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. It offers UX, usability testing, WordPress/Drupal and custom development. Project6

project6.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — potentially a more budget-conscious option. It specifically markets accessible WordPress development for Chicago nonprofits and has nonprofit experience including United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

My shortlist

If I were sending out an RFP, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — best documented disability-specific accessibility experience.
2. Sandstorm Design — excellent combination of nonprofit UX research and accessibility expertise.
3. Ensemble Media — especially worth talking to because of its direct ADA/disability-community campaign experience.
4. Promet Source — strong choice for a technically complex nonprofit website.
5. Project6 — good additional nonprofit/accessibility candidate.

One useful thing to ask all of them is: “Can you give us references from disability-focused organizations where you personally built or redesigned the website, and can you describe how people with disabilities participated in accessibility testing?” That will distinguish genuine accessibility experience from agencies that simply say “ADA compliant” on their website.

• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641
• Karim McCall Creative - Evanston, IL 60202, United States
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States

If you’re looking for a Chicago agency that understands accessibility, disability communities, and nonprofit audiences, I’d prioritize firms that can show both (1) accessibility practice (WCAG/keyboard/screen-reader testing, inclusive UX) and (2) nonprofit or mission-driven experience. Here are several worth contacting:

A few non-Chicago specialists that may also be worth considering if you’re open to remote partners:

• Elevation Web — nonprofit-only agency with a strong accessibility focus; they state they build nonprofit sites to WCAG 2.2 AA and work with accessibility testing and nonprofit workflows. Elevation Web Solutions Elevation Web Solutions
• Project6 — works with foundations and nonprofits and highlights WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility practices. Project6

Questions I’d ask before hiring

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d ask each agency:

1. Can you show 2–3 sites you built for disability, healthcare, advocacy, or community-service organizations?
2. Who participates in accessibility testing? (Automated scans alone are not enough; ask about keyboard testing, screen readers, and testing with disabled users.)
3. Which WCAG level do you target? (Many organizations aim for WCAG 2.2 AA.)
4. How do you train nonprofit staff to keep content accessible after launch?
5. Can you audit our current site first and provide a prioritized remediation plan?

If your organization serves people with disabilities directly, I’d put Mightybytes, Sandstorm Design, Dialogue Theory, and Promet Source near the top of the first outreach list because they appear most aligned with accessibility + mission-driven work.

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Thursday Creative - Chicago, IL 60622
• Digital Accessibility by WeCo - 2730 W Lake St Ste 300, Minneapolis, MN 55416, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Concentric Design - 1212 N Ashland Ave, Fl 2, Chicago, IL 60622
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant if you need both nonprofit experience and serious accessibility expertise, rather than a generic agency that merely says it can make an ADA-compliant site.

My strongest shortlist

• Mightybytes — Probably my first call. Chicago-based, mission-driven organizations are a core focus, and they state that their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default. They also offer accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people using assistive technologies. Mightybytes

mightybytes.com

• Sandstorm Design — Strong fit for a disability-focused nonprofit because they combine nonprofit/purpose-driven work with inclusive design and accessibility. Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation, and training.

sandstormdesign.com

• Windy City Web Solutions — Worth considering if you're looking for a smaller, hands-on shop and a WordPress site. They specifically market accessible websites for Chicago nonprofits and have documented work for nonprofits including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions

windycitywebsolutions.com

• Firebelly Design — Chicago agency with a long history of donating design services to nonprofits through its Grant for Good program. Their web capabilities include accessibility compliance, UX, information architecture, and development.

firebellydesign.com

• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — A good option if you need branding + website + accessibility, particularly for a mission-driven organization. Their services include web development, UX/UI, accessibility auditing, SEO, and WordPress.

limeredstudio.com

• Dialogue Theory — Smaller Chicago studio focused on mission-driven organizations, nonprofits and civic work. Accessibility and inclusive design are part of its stated focus.

dialoguetheory.com

• Promet Source — Particularly interesting if you need a larger, technically sophisticated Drupal/WordPress build. They work with mission-driven organizations and emphasize accessibility, governance and compliance.

prometsource.com

• Clique Studios — Chicago digital agency with nonprofit experience and capabilities spanning UX/UI, accessibility, usability testing, WordPress and Drupal. This is more of a full-service agency option.

clique.is

Also worth contacting

Orbit Media Studios is another particularly credible Chicago option. They have substantial nonprofit experience—including work with the Greater Chicago Food Depository—and explicitly discuss accessibility for people with visual and mobility impairments, including WCAG/Section 508 testing and testing with actual users. Orbit Media Studios Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

Project6 is worth a look if you're comfortable considering an agency beyond the immediate Chicago core. It specializes in foundations/nonprofits and says most of its nonprofit clients need WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. Project6

project6.com

One especially interesting option

Elevation specializes exclusively in nonprofit websites and now explicitly builds to WCAG 2.2 AA, with accessibility audits, remediation, monitoring and staff training. Its site specifically describes designing for both donors and people using screen readers. Elevation Designs Elevation Designs

elevationweb.org

Who I'd contact first

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd start with:

1. Mightybytes — strongest combination of Chicago + mission-driven work + accessibility maturity.
2. Sandstorm Design — especially good if inclusive design and UX research are important.
3. Windy City Web Solutions — potentially attractive for a smaller-budget WordPress project.
4. Orbit Media — strong established agency with demonstrated nonprofit and accessibility experience.
5. LimeRed Studio — good if the project also involves branding/messaging.
6. Elevation — excellent accessibility/nonprofit specialization, though I'd confirm their current Chicago-area project availability.

One thing I'd specifically ask each agency: “Can you show us two or three nonprofit sites you've built where accessibility was a primary requirement, and explain how people with disabilities participated in testing?” That's a much better filter than simply asking whether they are “ADA compliant.”

project6.com

One especially interesting option

Elevation specializes exclusively in nonprofit websites and now explicitly builds to WCAG 2.2 AA, with accessibility audits, remediation, monitoring and staff training. Its site specifically describes designing for both donors and people using screen readers. elevationweb.org elevationweb.org

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Windy City Web Solutions - 801 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Thursday Creative - Chicago, IL 60622
• ArtVersion® Creative Agency - 211 W Wacker Dr Ste 1130, Chicago, IL 60606, United States
• Bigmouth Creative LLC - 4430 N Clifton Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
• EDUCO Web Design - 128 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, United States
• Clique Studios - 20 N Wacker Dr, Ste 1075, Chicago, IL 60606
• Glantz Design - 1881 Oak Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Advocate Creative - 320 N Damen Ave d301, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
• Rowe Intermedia - Chicago, IL 60641

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with specific evidence of accessibility work and/or disability-focused nonprofit experience. I’d prioritize these:

1. Mightybytes — Strongest overall fit

• Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency.
• Says its deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default.
• Offers accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technology through Access Living.
• Particularly good if you want accessibility integrated into the entire design/development process rather than added at the end. Mightybytes
• mightybytes.com
• Cybernautic Web Design — Good smaller-agency option

• Chicago-based web agency offering accessible builds and ADA/WCAG-related services.
• Worth asking them specifically whether they can demonstrate manual accessibility testing, rather than relying primarily on an accessibility widget.
• cybernauticdesign.com
• Sandstorm Design — Strong for complex nonprofit/mission-driven organizations

• Chicago agency with a focus on UX, inclusive design and accessibility.
• Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation and training, and they report accessibility expertise/certification.
• A good candidate if your site has lots of content, stakeholders, or complicated user journeys.
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Strong nonprofit/purpose-driven fit

• Chicago-based and focused on purpose-driven organizations.
• Offers web design/development, accessibility and SEO auditing, UX, WordPress, integrations and related services.
• Particularly worth considering if you need help with strategy + content + design + development, not just coding.
• Dialogue Theory — Good mission-driven UX option

• Chicago studio working with nonprofits and civic/public-interest organizations.
• Its work emphasizes UX, usability and accessibility, which could be valuable if your users include people with different disabilities and assistive-technology needs.
• Windy City Web Solutions — Potentially good budget-conscious option

• Chicago-based and specifically markets nonprofit web design.
• Has built accessible sites for nonprofits including Nourishing Hope and United Way of Lake County. Windy City Web Solutions
• This may be a better fit than a large agency if you're a small or mid-sized nonprofit.

One agency I would contact first

Mightybytes stands out because it combines Chicago location + nonprofit/mission-driven work + explicit WCAG 2.2 AA standards + actual accessibility testing/remediation. Mightybytes

There is also an especially relevant Chicago success story: Orbit Media built a new site for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission is specifically advancing the civil and human rights of people with disabilities. The project targeted WCAG 2.1 AA, reorganized its resource library, and addressed accessibility as a core project goal. Orbit Media Studios

orbitmedia.com

That makes Orbit another agency I'd put on your shortlist if your organization is specifically disability-focused.

A particularly relevant precedent

There's an even stronger example: The Chicago Lighthouse—a Chicago nonprofit serving people who are blind, visually impaired and disabled—had its website redesigned by Briteweb to WCAG Level AAA. The project involved a very large content structure and specialized accessibility needs for blind/visually impaired users. RGD

So if you want an agency with direct experience serving a disability organization, I'd investigate Briteweb as well, even though it's not a Chicago-based agency.

What I'd ask during your first calls

Don't just ask, "Can you build an ADA-compliant website?" I'd ask:

• Have you built a site for an organization serving people with disabilities? Can I see it?
• Do you target WCAG 2.2 AA?
• Do you perform manual testing with screen readers and keyboard-only users?
• Do people with disabilities participate in your usability/accessibility testing?
• How do you test forms, donation flows, PDFs, video, menus and third-party integrations?
• Will accessibility be tested throughout development, or only immediately before launch?
• What accessibility documentation do you provide at launch?
• How will you train our staff so that content added after launch remains accessible?
• Can you provide an accessibility remediation plan and ongoing monitoring?

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd consider real-user testing with people with disabilities a particularly important differentiator. A site can technically pass automated scans while still being frustrating or unusable for actual visitors.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40–100k+) and what kind of disability your nonprofit serves, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies that are the best match and give you their direct contact information and relevant case studies.

There's an even stronger example: The Chicago Lighthouse—a Chicago nonprofit serving people who are blind, visually impaired and disabled—had its website redesigned by Briteweb to WCAG Level AAA. The project involved a very large content structure and specialized accessibility needs for blind/visually impaired users. rgd.ca

So if you want an agency with direct experience serving a disability organization, I'd investigate Briteweb as well, even though it's not a Chicago-based agency.

What I'd ask during your first calls

Don't just ask, "Can you build an ADA-compliant website?" I'd ask:

• Mightybytes - 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, Ste 404, Chicago, IL 60613
• Sandstorm Design - 4422 N Ravenswood Ave #50, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Orbit Media Studios - 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #316, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
• Promet Source - 4809 N Ravenswood Ave #126, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Ensemble Media - 4704 N Kenmore Ave C, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• LimeRed Studio, Inc. - 4611 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Mabbly - 640 N La Salle Dr #540, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
• Mightybytes, Inc. - 1725 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
• Concentric Design - 1212 N Ashland Ave, Fl 2, Chicago, IL 60622
• Dialogue Theory - 1932 S Halsted St #509, Chicago, IL 60608, United States
• Neoteric Design - 29 E Madison St, Ste 450, Chicago, IL 60602
• Artversion - 205 N Michigan Ave 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
• Garenne Bigby - 200 E Randolph Dr, Ste 5100, Chicago, IL 60601
• Cybernautic Web Design - 515 N State St #14-126, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Glantz Design - 808 Roslyn Terrace, Evanston, IL 60201, United States
• Firebelly Design - 1402 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States

Yes. I found several Chicago agencies that look particularly relevant if accessibility for disability-focused or mission-driven nonprofits is a core requirement—not just a generic “ADA-compliant” checkbox.

My shortlist

1. Mightybytes — Best overall fit - Chicago-based and explicitly focused on mission-driven organizations.
2. Accessibility is a major specialty: audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technologies.
3. They say their deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default.
4. Particularly interesting for a disability-focused nonprofit because they have worked on accessibility with people using assistive technology rather than relying solely on automated scans. Mightybytes
5. mightybytes.com

1. Sandstorm Design — Strong accessibility + inclusive-design option - Chicago-based, women-led agency working with mission-driven organizations.
2. Accessibility is an established part of their practice, including audits, remediation, training, and inclusive design.
3. Their team includes accessibility expertise/certification through IAAP.
4. sandstormdesign.com

1. Orbit Media Studios — Strong choice for a larger nonprofit website - Chicago agency with substantial nonprofit experience.
2. A particularly relevant example is their work for Awakenings, a Chicago nonprofit serving survivors of sexual violence; the resulting site is described as mobile-optimized, responsive and accessible. Orbit Media Studios
3. Good option if you need sophisticated content strategy, SEO, integrations and ongoing optimization in addition to accessibility.
4. orbitmedia.com

1. Promet Source — Best for complex/technical nonprofit sites - Chicago-headquartered Drupal/WordPress specialist.
2. Strong focus on WCAG, Section 508 and ADA accessibility, with experience serving nonprofits, universities, associations and government.
3. Worth considering if your organization has complicated content, permissions, integrations or governance requirements.
4. prometsource.com

1. Ensemble Media — Good mission-driven/communications option - Chicago-based, woman-owned firm focused heavily on nonprofits, foundations and social-impact organizations.
2. Their web and digital work references ADA/508 accessibility, including for web and document deliverables.
3. Potentially a good fit if you also need communications, branding, video or impact-reporting work alongside the website.

1. LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Good nonprofit/purpose-driven design option - Chicago design agency focused on purpose-driven organizations.
2. Offers web design/development plus accessibility auditing, UX, WordPress, SEO and integrations.
3. limered.io

One agency I'd investigate even if location isn't strictly Chicago

Elevation is especially compelling for a disability-focused nonprofit. They're a nonprofit-only web agency and say every site they build meets WCAG 2.2 AA by default, with accessibility audits, manual/assistive-technology testing, remediation, monitoring and staff training. Their team includes CPACC-certified accessibility professionals. Elevation Elevation

elevationweb.org

If I were choosing who to contact first

I'd start with Mightybytes, Sandstorm, Orbit, and Promet Source. For your particular use case, I'd put Mightybytes at #1 because their accessibility practice goes beyond compliance and specifically mentions testing with people who use assistive technologies.

When you contact them, I'd ask for 2–3 examples of sites they've built for organizations serving people with disabilities, and specifically ask:

• Did disabled users participate in usability/accessibility testing?
• What WCAG version and conformance level do you contractually target?
• Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?
• Who actually performs the accessibility testing?
• How do you handle PDFs, forms, video, maps, third-party donation systems and other embedded content?
• Will accessibility be maintained after launch, including training for our staff?
• Can you provide references from nonprofit clients with significant accessibility requirements?

One caution: “ADA compliant” or “WCAG compliant” in an agency's marketing isn't by itself evidence that the resulting site will be genuinely usable by disabled people. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd give substantial weight to agencies that can demonstrate participatory testing with disabled users and assistive technology, not just automated accessibility scores.

When you contact them, I'd ask for 2–3 examples of sites they've built for organizations serving people with disabilities, and specifically ask:

• Did disabled users participate in usability/accessibility testing?
• What WCAG version and conformance level do you contractually target?
• Do you perform manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, or only automated scans?
• Who actually performs the accessibility testing?
• How do you handle PDFs, forms, video, maps, third-party donation systems and other embedded content?
• Will accessibility be maintained after launch, including training for our staff?
• Can you provide references from nonprofit clients with significant accessibility requirements?

One caution: “ADA compliant” or “WCAG compliant” in an agency's marketing isn't by itself evidence that the resulting site will be genuinely usable by disabled people. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd give substantial weight to agencies that can demonstrate participatory testing with disabled users and assistive technology, not just automated accessibility scores.

Yes. I found several Chicago agencies with documented experience in both nonprofit work and accessibility, and a few stand out particularly strongly for a disability-focused organization.

My strongest shortlist

1. Mightybytes — Best overall fit
   • Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency.
   • Accessibility is a stated baseline: its deliverables are WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default.
   • Offers accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technologies.
   • Particularly attractive if you want an agency that treats accessibility as part of the design/development process rather than a final compliance check. www.mightybytes.com
   • Mightybytes website

2. Orbit Media — Best documented disability-nonprofit case study
   • Their Chicago team redesigned the website for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission specifically centers on the civil and human rights of people with disabilities.
   • The project explicitly targeted WCAG 2.1 AA, with accessibility reviews incorporated into design and development. www.mightybytes.comwww.orbitmedia.comwindycitywebsolutions.com
   • They also have substantial nonprofit experience beyond disability organizations. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Orbit Media

3. Briteweb — Especially strong disability-sector experience
   • Briteweb redesigned the website for The Chicago Lighthouse, which serves people who are blind, visually impaired, and people with disabilities.
   • This is unusually relevant experience: Briteweb worked with Lighthouse's own accessibility testers, including people using screen readers, screen magnifiers and speech-to-text technology.
   • The resulting site targeted WCAG Level AAA, beyond the usual AA target. rgd.ca
   • Briteweb

4. LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Good mission-driven/Chicago option
   • Chicago agency focused on purpose-driven organizations.
   • Services include web design/development, UX, information architecture, accessibility auditing, WordPress development, and related strategy.
   • Worth contacting if you want a smaller, design/strategy-oriented agency rather than a large digital shop.

5. Sandstorm Design — Strong UX + accessibility combination
   • Chicago-based agency working with mission-led organizations.
   • Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation and training, and they have accessibility expertise through IAAP certification.
   • A good candidate if the project involves complicated information architecture or a large content-heavy nonprofit site.

6. Promet Source — Good for complex Drupal/WordPress sites
   • Chicago-headquartered and experienced with nonprofits, government and other organizations where accessibility, security and governance matter.
   • Particularly worth considering if you need Drupal, a sophisticated resource library, integrations, or a site with complicated content permissions/workflows.

Also worth contacting

• Firebelly Design — Chicago agency with nonprofit experience, accessibility compliance, UX and web development; it also has a long-running program donating design services to nonprofits.
• Windy City Web Solutions — smaller Chicago shop specifically offering nonprofit WordPress development and accessible design. Its nonprofit offering explicitly mentions screen-reader-friendly sites and accessible donation/volunteer tools. windycitywebsolutions.com
• Ensemble Media — particularly relevant if you want a nonprofit/mission-focused communications agency that also handles web work and 508/ADA accessibility.
• Advocate Creative — Chicago agency focused heavily on nonprofits and foundations, with accessibility considerations in its web work.
• West Town Websites — smaller local option emphasizing WCAG/ADA-oriented implementation, including keyboard navigation, screen-reader compatibility, contrast and semantic HTML.

One non-Chicago agency I'd seriously consider

Capellic is worth putting on your list even though it isn't a Chicago agency. It recently built the national Easterseals website and affiliate platform, explicitly targeting WCAG 2.2 AA. That's probably one of the closest matches to your requirement for demonstrated experience with a major disability-focused nonprofit. capellic.com

Capellic

If I were narrowing it to 4

I'd contact Mightybytes, Orbit Media, Briteweb, and Capellic first.

They give you four somewhat different approaches:

One thing I'd specifically ask every agency during the initial call: “Can you describe how people with disabilities participate in your accessibility testing, rather than relying solely on automated WCAG scanners?” That's a much better discriminator than simply asking whether they are “ADA compliant.”

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with both nonprofit experience and demonstrated accessibility expertise. If your organization is disability-focused, I’d prioritize agencies that can show actual work for disability organizations—not just agencies that say they make “ADA-compliant” websites.

My strongest recommendations

1. Mightybytes — Chicago

Best overall fit. Mightybytes is a Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency, and its accessibility work is unusually relevant to disability nonprofits. It says WCAG 2.2 AA is the default for its deliverables and offers accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing. www.mightybytes.com

Most importantly, Mightybytes has worked with Access Living, a Chicago disability-rights organization, and Disability & Philanthropy Forum. It also partners with Access Living for manual accessibility testing involving people with disabilities. www.mightybytes.com

Contact Mightybytes

2. LimeRed Studio, Inc. — Chicago

A good option if you want a purpose-driven agency with strong UX/branding capabilities. Its services include web design/development, accessibility and SEO auditing, WordPress, and integrations.

Contact LimeRed Studio

3. Sandstorm Design — Chicago

Worth contacting for a larger or more sophisticated redesign. Sandstorm focuses on UX and inclusive design and has accessibility expertise including audits, remediation, and training.

Contact Sandstorm Design

4. Project6 Design

Especially strong disability-specific track record. Project6 built a website for Disability Rights Advocates, a nonprofit legal center serving people with disabilities. That site was designed to be fully accessible and Section 508 compliant. www.project6.com

Project6 currently says it builds nonprofit websites to WCAG 2.2 AA and performs manual screen-reader and keyboard testing, as well as accessibility remediation and monitoring. www.mightybytes.comwww.project6.com

One caveat: Project6 is Bay Area-based rather than Chicago-based, so I'd put it on the list if you're open to a remote agency.

Contact Project6 Design

5. Windy City Web Solutions — Chicago

Potentially better for a smaller nonprofit budget. They specifically build WordPress sites for Chicago nonprofits and have a documented project for Nourishing Hope that emphasized accessibility. Their site says accessibility is incorporated into their WordPress work and that they work directly with the developer rather than routing clients through layers of account management. windycitywebsolutions.com

Contact Windy City Web Solutions

6. Elevation

This is another particularly compelling nonprofit specialist, although it isn't Chicago-based. Elevation says every nonprofit site it builds meets WCAG 2.2 AA by default, and it offers accessibility audits, remediation, monitoring, and staff training. It also explicitly discusses disability and accessibility as part of its agency philosophy. www.elevationweb.org

Contact Elevation

If I were narrowing it to three

For a Chicago disability-focused nonprofit, I'd start with:

I'd put Mightybytes first because the combination of Chicago location, mission-driven work, Access Living relationship, and accessibility testing with people with disabilities is unusually close to what you're looking for. www.mightybytes.com

One important thing to ask in your first conversation

Don't just ask, “Do you build ADA-compliant websites?” Ask:

“Can you show me 2–3 websites you've built for disability-focused nonprofits, and explain how people with disabilities were involved in accessibility testing?”

I'd also ask whether they provide manual keyboard and screen-reader testing, whether accessibility is tested throughout development rather than only at launch, and whether they provide content-editor training after launch. Those questions distinguish a genuine accessibility practice from an agency that simply installs an accessibility widget.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether you need WordPress, I can narrow this to the 5 best-fit agencies and find the right contact person/email for each.

Yes. I’d prioritize agencies that have both nonprofit experience and demonstrated accessibility work—and I’d distinguish those from firms that merely advertise “ADA compliance.”

My strongest Chicago-area picks

1. Orbit Media Studios — strongest match
   • They have an unusually relevant case study: they redesigned the website for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit specifically advancing the civil and human rights of people with disabilities.
   • That project explicitly targeted WCAG 2.1 AA, accessibility reviews, better resource navigation, and serving people with disabilities. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Orbit also says it can address WCAG/Section 508 and offers testing with actual users, including people with visual and mobility impairments. www.orbitmedia.com
   • They have substantial nonprofit experience beyond disability organizations. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Contact: Orbit Media contact / discovery call — 773-348-4581.

2. Mightybytes — strongest accessibility-first option
   • Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency with extensive experience working with purpose-driven organizations.
   • Their stated baseline is WCAG 2.2 Level AA for all deliverables, rather than accessibility being an optional add-on. www.mightybytes.com
   • They also emphasize inclusive UX and accessibility training, which is valuable if your nonprofit needs staff to maintain accessibility after launch. www.mightybytes.com
   • Contact: Mightybytes contact page — 773-561-7529.

3. Sandstorm Design — particularly good for nonprofits
   • Chicago agency with a dedicated nonprofit practice.
   • They specifically say their nonprofit redesigns involve IAAP-certified (CPACC) product owners, designers and engineers, accessibility from the beginning, staff training, and ongoing accessibility audits. www.sandstormdesign.com
   • Their nonprofit portfolio includes organizations such as the Vasculitis Foundation and MPN Research Foundation, so they're accustomed to mission-driven organizations serving people with health-related needs. www.sandstormdesign.com
   • I'd ask them specifically for examples involving disability communities and users of assistive technology.

4. LimeRed Studio, Inc. — good mission-driven/design option
   • Chicago-based agency focused on purpose-driven organizations.
   • Their services include UX/UI, WordPress development, accessibility auditing, SEO, information architecture, and content strategy.
   • This could be a particularly good fit if the project involves brand/storytelling + website redesign, rather than just technical remediation.

5. Firebelly Design — good nonprofit/social-impact design option
   • Chicago agency with a long-standing social-impact orientation and extensive nonprofit work.
   • Their digital practice explicitly includes accessibility compliance, information architecture, UX strategy and responsive development. firebellydesign.com
   • They also have a history of donating design services to nonprofits through their Grant for Good program.
   • Contact: Firebelly contact page — 773-489-3200.

One more I'd consider

Ensemble Media is worth contacting if your organization needs a combination of nonprofit communications, web design, and accessibility. They're a Chicago-based, woman-owned firm focused heavily on nonprofits, foundations and social-impact organizations, and their work references ADA/Section 508 accessibility.

My shortlist

If this were my RFP, I'd start with:

Orbit is the clear first call because there's direct evidence of building a site for an Illinois disability-rights nonprofit, rather than simply claiming accessibility expertise. www.orbitmedia.com

When you contact them, I'd ask one important question: “Can you describe how people with disabilities and assistive-technology users will participate in accessibility testing—not just which automated WCAG checker you'll use?” That will help separate genuine accessibility expertise from agencies that primarily rely on automated scans or accessibility overlays.

If you tell me your approximate budget and whether this is a redesign or a new site, I can narrow this to 3 agencies and compare likely fit, nonprofit experience, accessibility approach, and contact information.

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies that look particularly relevant. I’d prioritize agencies with documented nonprofit experience plus demonstrated accessibility work, rather than agencies that merely advertise “ADA compliance.”

Strongest matches

1. Mightybytes — probably my first call

Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency with substantial nonprofit/purpose-driven experience. They say WCAG 2.2 AA is their default for deliverables and offer accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people who use assistive technologies. www.mightybytes.com
Mightybytes website

2. Clique Studios

Chicago agency with nonprofit experience and explicit services around UX, usability testing, accessibility design, and web development. This could be a good fit for a larger redesign or a site with complicated integrations.
Clique Studios website

3. Sandstorm Design

Chicago-based agency focused on UX, inclusive design, and digital experiences for mission-driven organizations. Worth considering if you want accessibility integrated into research, content strategy, UX, and development rather than treated as a compliance step at the end.

4. LimeRed Studio, Inc.

Particularly interesting for nonprofits: they work with purpose-driven organizations and offer web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX, WordPress, integrations, and content strategy. www.project6.com

5. Promet Source

A strong option if your nonprofit has a large content/resource library, complicated information architecture, Drupal needs, or accessibility/governance requirements. Their Chicago practice works with nonprofits and other mission-driven organizations.

6. Dialogue Theory

Smaller Chicago digital design/development studio working with nonprofits and civic/public-interest organizations. Their positioning specifically emphasizes accessibility and inclusive design, which could make them a good fit if you want a more hands-on partner.

7. Windy City Web Solutions

A smaller, potentially more budget-friendly Chicago option. They specifically market WordPress services to nonprofits and say accessibility is incorporated into their builds. windycitywebsolutions.com

One especially compelling case study

Orbit Media Studios deserves special attention because I found unusually strong evidence directly matching your description. Orbit built the new website for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission is advancing the civil and human rights of people with disabilities. The project specifically targeted WCAG 2.1 AA, accessibility reviews, improved resource organization, and easier access to advocacy/resources. www.orbitmedia.com

Orbit Media's Equip for Equality case study

That is considerably stronger evidence than an agency simply saying “we build ADA-compliant websites.”

Also worth knowing

If your organization is disability-focused, I'd consider involving The Chicago Lighthouse even if you don't use them as the web-development agency. Their Digital Accessible Experience (DAX) team provides accessibility consulting, audits, WCAG/Section 508 work, training, and technology assistance, with experience involving people who are blind or visually impaired. chicagolighthouse.org

The Chicago Lighthouse accessibility services

A particularly strong setup would be web agency + independent accessibility/user testing, so the agency isn't the only party evaluating whether its own work is accessible.

My shortlist

If I were sending RFPs, I'd start with:

When you contact them, I'd ask three questions that will quickly separate genuine accessibility expertise from marketing claims:

• “Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit websites you've built that were designed to WCAG 2.2 AA?”
• “Do you conduct manual testing with screen readers and keyboard-only users, or primarily automated accessibility scans?”
• “Have you worked directly with people with disabilities during research or usability testing?”

The second and third questions are especially important: an accessibility overlay/widget is not a substitute for building an accessible site.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$25k, $25–50k, $50–100k+) and whether you need WordPress/Drupal/another CMS, I can narrow this to the 3–5 best agencies and find the right contact person/email or inquiry page for each.

Yes. I’d prioritize agencies that show both nonprofit/mission-driven experience and substantive accessibility expertise, rather than agencies that merely advertise “ADA compliance.”

Strongest Chicago options

1. Mightybytes — my first call
   • Chicago-based, purpose-driven digital agency with extensive nonprofit/social-impact work.
   • Accessibility is a core service, not an add-on: they say their deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 AA by default.
   • They have specifically done accessibility-focused work with Access Living, a Chicago disability-rights organization, which is particularly relevant to your request. www.mightybytes.comwww.mightybytes.com
   • Contact: Mightybytes contact form
   • Best fit: a disability-focused nonprofit that wants an agency with genuine accessibility and social-impact experience.

2. Promet Source
   • Chicago-headquartered agency specializing in mission-driven, government, higher-ed and nonprofit-adjacent work.
   • Their accessibility practice includes WCAG 2.2, ADA/Section 508, manual keyboard testing, screen-reader testing, and assistive-technology user testing. They also have IAAP/CPACC-certified accessibility specialists. www.prometsource.com
   • Their portfolio includes public-service organizations such as health and human-services agencies, which makes them particularly interesting if your nonprofit has complex programs, resource directories, applications, or forms. www.prometsource.com
   • Contact: 773-525-8255, ignite@prometsource.com, or Promet Source contact/RFP page
   • Best fit: a larger/complex nonprofit website, particularly Drupal or WordPress.

3. Sandstorm Design
   • Chicago-based agency with accessibility, UX, web design/development and nonprofit experience. Pantheon's agency directory specifically lists all four as their services/industries. directory.pantheon.io
   • Their accessibility work includes audits, remediation and training, and the agency has accessibility certification experience.
   • Best fit: an organization looking for a polished brand/UX experience alongside serious accessibility work.

4. Firebelly Design
   • Chicago agency with experience in nonprofit work through its long-running Grant for Good program.
   • Their web capabilities include UX, information architecture, accessibility compliance and responsive development.
   • Contact: 773-489-3200, info@firebellydesign.com, or Firebelly contact page
   • Best fit: a smaller/mid-sized nonprofit wanting strong visual identity and storytelling as well as an accessible site.

5. LimeRed Studio, Inc.
   • Chicago purpose-driven design agency offering web design/development, UX, accessibility auditing, WordPress and digital strategy.
   • Best fit: a mission-driven nonprofit wanting brand strategy + website + content rather than just a technical rebuild.

6. Windy City Web Solutions
   • More of a small-business/small-nonprofit option. They specifically market Chicago nonprofit web design, WordPress, accessibility and ongoing maintenance. windycitywebsolutions.com
   • Best fit: a smaller organization with a modest budget that doesn't need a large agency.

One particularly interesting specialist

Dialogue Theory is worth contacting if you want a more boutique, UX-oriented partner. They're a Chicago digital design/development studio focused on mission-driven organizations and nonprofits, with accessibility and inclusive design explicitly part of their work.

How I'd narrow it down

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd contact these three first:

One reason I'm putting Mightybytes first is that working with Access Living is much stronger evidence of relevant disability-community experience than simply claiming WCAG expertise. Their current materials also say WCAG 2.2 AA is their default standard. www.mightybytes.comdirectory.pantheon.iowww.mightybytes.com

What I'd ask each agency

When you contact them, I'd ask specifically:

• “Can you show me 2–3 nonprofit websites you've built or substantially redesigned that serve people with disabilities?”
• “Was accessibility tested by people who actually use screen readers, keyboard navigation, or other assistive technology, rather than only automated scanners?”
• “Do you build to WCAG 2.2 AA, and will that be an explicit requirement in the contract?”
• “Will accessibility cover forms, donation systems, PDFs, event registration, video, maps and third-party embeds, or just the core pages?”
• “Will you provide accessibility testing/remediation after launch?”
• “Can you provide references from a nonprofit whose primary audience includes people with disabilities?”

That last point is important: an agency can technically know WCAG without really understanding the lived experience of the people your organization serves.

If you tell me your approximate website budget (e.g. <$15k, $15–40k, $40k+) and whether this is a new site or redesign, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies and compare their likely fit, accessibility credentials, nonprofit portfolio, and contact information.

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with credible evidence of both nonprofit/mission-driven work and accessibility expertise. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize the ones below rather than agencies that merely advertise “ADA-compliant websites.”

Strongest matches

1. Orbit Media Studios — Best direct Chicago match
   • They built the website for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission is specifically advancing the rights of people with disabilities.
   • The project targeted WCAG 2.1 Level AA, including accessibility reviews, improved information architecture, and a redesigned resource library. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Chicago office: 4043 N Ravenswood Ave.
   • Orbit Media's Equip for Equality case study

2. Mightybytes — Excellent accessibility + mission-driven fit
   • Chicago-based and focused heavily on purpose-driven organizations.
   • They say their deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default, and they offer accessibility audits, remediation and training. www.mightybytes.com
   • Their approach also emphasizes inclusive design and testing rather than simply installing an accessibility overlay.
   • Mightybytes

3. Sandstorm Design — Worth contacting for a sophisticated nonprofit redesign
   • Chicago-based, with a strong focus on UX, inclusive design and mission-driven organizations.
   • Their accessibility practice includes audits, remediation and training, and they have accessibility expertise through IAAP certification.
   • Particularly interesting if your organization needs strategy + UX + accessibility, rather than just development.

4. Promet Source — Good for complex organizations
   • Chicago-based Drupal/WordPress agency with experience in nonprofits, higher education and public-sector organizations.
   • Their work emphasizes accessibility, governance and repeatable compliance practices.
   • A good candidate if you have a large content library, complicated integrations, or many people managing the site.

5. Dialogue Theory — Good mission-driven/UX option
   • Chicago studio working with nonprofits and civic/public-interest organizations.
   • Their local-business profile specifically highlights accessibility and inclusive design as part of their work.
   • I'd ask for disability-sector references before putting them ahead of Orbit or Mightybytes.

One particularly interesting non-Chicago option

Briteweb deserves a look even though it's not Chicago-based. They redesigned The Chicago Lighthouse's website specifically around accessibility and worked with the Lighthouse's own Digital Accessible Experience team, including blind and visually impaired testers using screen readers, magnification and speech-to-text technology. The resulting site achieved WCAG Level AAA. rgd.ca

That's unusually relevant experience for a disability-focused organization.

My shortlist

If I were sending out an RFP, I'd start with:

One other agency caught my attention: Capellic recently rebuilt the national Easterseals website and platform, with accessibility as a core requirement and WCAG 2.2 AA as the target. capellic.com If you're willing to consider agencies outside Chicago, I'd put them on the RFP list too.

When you contact these agencies, I'd ask one question that will separate genuine accessibility expertise from marketing claims:

“Can you give us two references from disability-serving organizations, and explain how people with disabilities participated in accessibility testing during the design and development process?”

That will tell you much more than whether an agency says “ADA compliant” on its website.

Yes. I found a few Chicago agencies that stand out specifically for accessibility + nonprofit/mission-driven work, rather than just claiming generic ADA/WCAG expertise.

Best matches

1. Mightybytes — strongest match
   • Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency.
   • Explicitly builds to WCAG 2.2 AA by default.
   • Their accessibility portfolio specifically includes Access Living, Able Play, and the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.
   • The Disability & Philanthropy Forum testimonial specifically describes Mightybytes helping create an accessible website. www.mightybytes.comwww.mightybytes.com
   • They offer audits, remediation, accessible UX/design, testing and staff training—not just a one-time accessibility check. www.mightybytes.comwww.orbitmedia.comwww.prometsource.comosd.umn.edu
   • Contact: 773-561-7529; their site offers a strategy-call/contact route. www.mightybytes.comwww.mightybytes.com
   • Mightybytes website

2. Orbit Media Studios — strongest nonprofit web-design option
   • Chicago agency with a substantial nonprofit portfolio and dedicated nonprofit web-design practice.
   • Explicit accessibility work includes WCAG/Section 508, accessible UX/UI, keyboard navigation, screen-reader compatibility, and testing with actual users. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Their nonprofit portfolio includes organizations such as the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Erika's Lighthouse, Illinois Action for Children and others. www.orbitmedia.com
   • I didn't find public evidence as strong as Mightybytes' disability-specific client list, so I'd ask them specifically for 2–3 examples involving disability-serving organizations.
   • Contact: 773-348-4581; they offer a discovery-call form. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Orbit Media Studios website

3. Promet Source — particularly good for complex/accessibility-heavy sites
   • Chicago-based Drupal/WordPress agency with a strong accessibility practice.
   • Specializes in accessible sites for mission-driven organizations, nonprofits, government and higher education.
   • Has certified accessibility specialists and offers accessibility audits, remediation, testing and ADA/WCAG consulting. www.prometsource.com
   • Their accessibility work includes manual keyboard testing, screen-reader testing and testing with assistive technologies. www.prometsource.com
   • Contact: 773-525-8255 or ignite@prometsource.com; they also accept RFPs. www.prometsource.com
   • Promet Source website

4. Sandstorm Design — worth an RFP
   • Chicago UX/digital agency with 20+ years of nonprofit experience.
   • Their team includes IAAP CPACC accessibility-certified professionals and they have an iterative accessibility audit/validation process plus accessibility training for content administrators. osd.umn.edu
   • Particularly interesting if your project involves substantial UX research and user testing, rather than simply replacing an existing site.
   • Contact: 773-348-4200. osd.umn.edu
   • Sandstorm Design website

My shortlist

If I were selecting three agencies to contact first, I'd go:

1. Mightybytes → best demonstrated disability-sector experience
2. Orbit Media → strongest combination of Chicago nonprofit experience + web design/development
3. Promet Source → strongest technical accessibility/compliance option

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I'd make one question a requirement in your initial outreach:

“Can you show us 2–3 websites you've built for disability organizations or organizations serving people with disabilities, and explain how people with disabilities participated in the research, design, testing, or accessibility validation?”

That question should separate genuine accessibility expertise from agencies that simply run automated WCAG scans.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$25k, $25–75k, $75k+) and whether you need WordPress/Drupal, I can narrow this to the best 3–5 agencies and find the right contact person/RFP page for each.

Yes. I found several Chicago agencies with credible evidence of both accessibility expertise and nonprofit/mission-driven work. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize the first four.

Best matches

1. Mightybytes — strongest overall fit
   • Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency.
   • Accessibility is built into its process rather than treated as an add-on; it says its deliverables comply with WCAG 2.2 Level AA by default.
   • Provides accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing involving people who use assistive technologies.
   • Has worked with hundreds of purpose-driven organizations. www.mightybytes.com
   • Contact: (773) 561-7529; 1725 W Balmoral Ave., Chicago. www.mightybytes.com
   • Mightybytes website

2. Orbit Media Studios — excellent nonprofit + accessibility combination
   • Chicago agency with extensive nonprofit experience, including the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Nourishing Hope, SitStayRead and others.
   • Explicitly offers WCAG/ADA accessibility services, accessibility audits, accessible UX/UI, and testing with actual users.
   • Their SitStayRead project specifically addressed accessibility risks, readability, usability and accessible design. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Contact: (773) 348-4581; 4043 N Ravenswood Ave., Suite 316, Chicago. www.orbitmedia.com
   • Orbit Media website

3. Promet Source — particularly worth considering for a complex nonprofit site
   • Chicago-headquartered web development agency with a strong focus on Drupal/WordPress, accessibility, Section 508, WCAG and ADA requirements.
   • Its client base includes nonprofits, higher education and public-sector organizations where accessibility and governance are important.
   • This could be especially good if your organization has lots of resources, programs, forms, directories or complicated content architecture.

4. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/inclusive-design option
   • Chicago-based, women-led agency focused on UX, inclusive design and digital work for mission-driven organizations.
   • Offers accessibility audits, remediation and training, and has accessibility expertise/certification.
   • Worth contacting if you want accessibility deeply integrated into the research → UX → design → development process.

One especially relevant non-Chicago option

Capellic deserves a look even though it's not Chicago-based. They recently redesigned the national Easterseals website—the organization is explicitly disability-focused—and built accessibility into the process, targeting WCAG 2.2 AA. Their case study reports an accessibility-score improvement after the redesign. capellic.com

That makes them unusually relevant if your priority is “show me you've actually built for a disability organization,” rather than simply “you offer ADA compliance.”

My shortlist

If this were my RFP, I'd contact Mightybytes, Orbit, Promet Source, and Capellic first. The key question I'd ask each isn't merely “Are you ADA compliant?” but “Can you show us a disability-focused project, explain how people with disabilities participated in research/testing, and describe how you validate WCAG conformance before and after launch?”

That distinction can help you avoid agencies whose “accessibility” offering is mostly an automated overlay rather than genuinely accessible UX and code.

For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize agencies that can show real accessibility practice (WCAG/ADA experience, keyboard and screen-reader testing, inclusive UX research) rather than just saying “ADA compliant.” These Chicago-area agencies are worth contacting:

A few other Chicago agencies with strong general web reputations that I’d screen specifically for disability/nonprofit experience:

• Orbit Media Studios — established Chicago web agency; ask for examples of WCAG-tested nonprofit sites.
• Solid Digital — larger B2B/digital agency; worth asking about accessibility workflows and nonprofit references.

When you contact them, I’d ask:

1. “Can you share 2–3 nonprofit websites you built that were designed for people with disabilities?”
2. “Do you test with screen readers and keyboard-only navigation, or only run automated scans?”
3. “What accessibility standard do you target (WCAG 2.1 AA, WCAG 2.2 AA, Section 508)?”
4. “Will disabled users be involved in usability testing?”
5. “Can you train our staff to maintain accessibility after launch?”

For a disability-focused nonprofit, my first outreach shortlist would probably be Mightybytes, Project6, and Mire & Muse because accessibility appears to be a documented part of their process rather than an add-on. www.mightybytes.com

Yes. I found several Chicago-area agencies with documented nonprofit work plus meaningful accessibility experience. For a disability-focused nonprofit, I’d prioritize agencies that have actually worked with disability-serving organizations rather than agencies that merely advertise “ADA compliance.”

Strongest matches

1. Clique Studios — Chicago

They combine web strategy, UX/UI, development, usability testing, and accessibility design, and list nonprofits among their industries. They look like a good option for a larger, more complex redesign.

2. Mightybytes — Chicago

Particularly compelling if accessibility is a central requirement. Mightybytes says its deliverables meet WCAG 2.2 AA by default and offers accessibility audits, remediation, training, and manual testing with people using assistive technologies. www.mightybytes.com

3. Promet Source — Chicago

A strong candidate for a large nonprofit with complicated content, Drupal/WordPress needs, or substantial accessibility/governance requirements. Its client base includes nonprofits, government, and higher education.

4. LimeRed Studio — Chicago

Purpose-driven organization specialist with nonprofit experience and services including web design/development, accessibility auditing, UX, WordPress, and integrations. This could be a particularly good fit for a mission-driven organization that wants strategy and storytelling alongside development.

5. Sandstorm Design — Chicago

Focuses on UX, inclusive design, accessibility, and enterprise web development, with nonprofit and other mission-driven organizations among its clientele. Worth considering for a substantial redesign.

Especially relevant disability/nonprofit experience

Orbit Media Studios is probably the most compelling example I found. Its published case study for Equip for Equality, an Illinois nonprofit whose mission is advancing the civil and human rights of people with disabilities, specifically describes redesigning the organization's site to achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA, reorganize its resource library, and improve accessibility. www.orbitmedia.com

Orbit also has multiple other nonprofit accessibility projects, including Awakenings, where it describes the resulting site as responsive and accessible. www.orbitmedia.com

Another noteworthy example is Landslide Creative, which published a nonprofit case study emphasizing WCAG AA accessibility and designing for audiences with different abilities and levels of internet access. landslidecreative.com

And Project6 says it has worked with 36+ foundations/nonprofits and that most of its clients need WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. www.project6.com

One particularly interesting option outside the traditional agency model

Garenne Bigby is a Chicago web designer specializing in information architecture, usability, and accessibility. This could be worth investigating if you're a smaller nonprofit that wants a more hands-on individual practitioner rather than a large agency.

My shortlist

If I were sending RFPs, I'd start with:

One thing I'd specifically ask every agency: “Can you provide references from disability-led or disability-serving organizations, and will people with disabilities/assistive-technology users participate in accessibility testing?” A site can technically pass an automated WCAG scan while still being frustrating or unusable for real people.

If you tell me your approximate budget (e.g. <$25k, $25–75k, $75k+) and whether this is a redesign or new site, I can narrow this to 3–5 agencies that are the best fit and find their direct contact/RFP pages.

Yes. I’d put Mightybytes at the top of your list because I found unusually direct evidence of both Chicago-based work and experience with disability-focused nonprofits.

Best matches

1. Mightybytes — strongest fit
   • Chicago-based, mission-driven digital agency.
   • Built/reworked the website for Access Living, a Chicago disability-rights organization. That project launched at WCAG AAA accessibility, included testing with people using assistive technologies, and addressed needs of people with physical, visual, hearing, and cognitive disabilities. www.mightybytes.com
   • They also work with Disability & Philanthropy Forum and have an ongoing partnership with Access Living for manual accessibility testing by people using assistive technologies. www.mightybytes.com
   • They say WCAG 2.2 AA is their default standard for deliverables. www.mightybytes.com
   • Contact: Mightybytes

2. Promet Source — good for a more technical/complex nonprofit
   • Chicago-headquartered agency specializing in Drupal/WordPress and organizations with substantial accessibility, governance, and content requirements.
   • Particularly worth considering if your nonprofit has a large site, complicated programs/resources, or needs strong CMS accessibility and long-term maintenance.
   • Contact: Promet Source

3. Sandstorm Design — strong UX/inclusive-design option
   • Chicago-based and focused on mission-driven organizations.
   • Their work includes accessibility audits, remediation, and training, with accessibility expertise built into their UX/design approach.
   • I'd ask specifically for examples involving disability-serving organizations, since the evidence I found is stronger for accessibility expertise than for disability-nonprofit specialization.
   • Contact: Sandstorm Design

4. LimeRed Studio, Inc. — good nonprofit/purpose-driven fit
   • Chicago agency working with purpose-driven organizations.
   • Offers web design/development plus accessibility auditing, UX/UI, information architecture, WordPress, and related services.
   • Again, I'd ask them for disability-specific case studies before putting them ahead of Mightybytes.
   • Contact: LimeRed Studio

5. Windy City Web Solutions — potentially better for a smaller nonprofit
   • Chicago-based and specifically markets nonprofit web design.
   • Their nonprofit offering emphasizes accessible, clear WordPress sites and ongoing maintenance. windycitywebsolutions.com
   • I found less evidence of disability-specific nonprofit work than with Mightybytes, so I'd treat this as a budget/size-oriented option rather than the strongest accessibility specialist.
   • Contact: Windy City Web Solutions

One agency I'd consider if "Chicago" can mean Chicago-area

Project6 has perhaps the strongest documented disability-nonprofit accessibility case study after Mightybytes: it built a fully accessible site for Disability Rights Advocates, a nonprofit legal organization serving people with disabilities. It explicitly offers WCAG 2.2 AA testing, accessible UX/UI, semantic HTML/ARIA development, and manual screen-reader/keyboard testing. www.project6.com

However, I wouldn't put it in the Chicago shortlist without confirming its current Chicago availability/location; the evidence I found doesn't establish it as Chicago-based as clearly as the agencies above.

My shortlist for an RFP

If this were my project, I'd contact Mightybytes, Promet Source, Sandstorm, and LimeRed and ask each for:

• 2–3 disability-focused nonprofit examples
• Whether people with disabilities participated in user testing
• Whether they test manually with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and mobile assistive technology
• What conformance level they target (WCAG 2.2 AA is a sensible baseline)
• Who is responsible for accessibility after launch
• Whether accessibility is included in the quoted project price rather than treated as an add-on

Mightybytes is the clear first call based on the evidence I found: their Access Living project is almost exactly the combination you're looking for—Chicago + nonprofit + disability rights + actual accessible-site implementation + testing with disabled users. www.mightybytes.com

If you'd like, I can also find 5–10 more Chicago agencies and rank them by disability-nonprofit experience, accessibility expertise, nonprofit experience, and likely price range, including direct contact links.