Uizard for Nonprofits
Need to show your board what a new donor app could look like? Want to communicate your website redesign vision to a developer? Struggling to turn the idea in your head into something visual? Uizard is an AI-powered UI design platform that turns text descriptions, screenshots, and even hand-drawn sketches into professional wireframes and interactive prototypes—in minutes, with zero design skills required. Just describe what you want, and the AI builds it. Now part of Miro, with a free tier that's genuinely usable for small projects.
What It Does
You have a vision for a new mobile app to help your volunteers coordinate schedules. Or you've been dreaming about a website redesign that better showcases your impact. But between you and that vision stands a wall: you don't know Figma, Adobe XD, or any design software. You could describe it to a designer, but that costs money you don't have. You could sketch it on paper, but that doesn't communicate the details. Your idea stays stuck in your head.
Uizard breaks down that wall. Founded in Copenhagen and acquired by Miro in 2024 (reaching 3+ million users before the acquisition), it's an AI-powered design platform built specifically for people who aren't designers. Type a description like "a mobile app for nonprofit volunteers to sign up for shifts, see their schedule, and message coordinators" and watch Autodesigner generate a complete multi-screen prototype in seconds. Take a photo of something you sketched on a napkin, and the Wireframe Scanner converts it to clean, editable digital designs. Found an app you love? Screenshot it, and the Screenshot Scanner turns it into a customizable template.
Everything Uizard creates is fully editable through a drag-and-drop interface. Swap colors, change text, move elements around, add new screens. The AI can even help along the way—generating images from prompts, suggesting UX copy, creating color themes from photos. When you're done, you can create clickable prototypes to test with users, export designs to Figma for professional refinement, or generate React CSS code for your developer. For nonprofits, this means going from "I wish our app could..." to "here's exactly what I'm imagining" without learning design software or hiring a designer.
Best For
Organization Size
Small to mid-sized nonprofits (1-50 staff) without dedicated designers. The free tier works well for occasional projects; Pro ($12/month) suits organizations doing regular design work. Particularly valuable for teams that need to communicate ideas visually but lack design resources.
Best Use Cases
- Creating app mockups to show board members or funders what a digital project could look like
- Communicating website redesign ideas to developers or agencies with clear visual specs
- Rapid prototyping for grant proposals that require mockups of proposed technology
- Testing user experience concepts with beneficiaries before investing in development
- Converting rough sketches or whiteboard ideas into professional-looking presentations
Ideal For These Roles
Executive Directors visualizing digital initiatives, Program Managers designing beneficiary-facing tools, Development Directors creating mockups for technology grants, Marketing Managers prototyping campaign landing pages, and IT leads communicating requirements to outside developers.
Key Features for Nonprofits
Autodesigner 2.0
Describe your project in plain English—"a donation page with progress bar, donor wall, and social sharing"—and AI generates a complete multi-screen design. Skip hours of layout decisions and start with a professional foundation you can customize.
Wireframe Scanner
Sketch your idea on paper, snap a photo, and watch it transform into a clean digital wireframe. Perfect for brainstorming sessions—capture whiteboard ideas instantly and refine them later without losing momentum.
Screenshot Scanner
Found an app or website you want to emulate? Screenshot it and Uizard converts it into an editable template. Useful for showing developers "I want something like this" while creating your own customized version.
Interactive Prototypes
Link screens together to create clickable prototypes. Test your app concept with real users, present interactive demos to funders, or let your board experience the flow before any code is written.
Focus Predictor
AI analyzes your design to predict which elements users will notice first. Ensure your "Donate Now" button actually draws attention and key messaging doesn't get lost in visual noise.
Developer Handoff
Export designs as React CSS code (Pro tier). Give your developer or agency a head start with actual code specs, reducing misinterpretation and accelerating development timelines.
How Uizard Uses AI
What's Actually AI-Powered
Autodesigner (Text-to-Design)
Uses generative AI to interpret natural language descriptions and produce complete UI layouts. The AI understands context—"nonprofit volunteer app" generates different designs than "e-commerce checkout." Trained on millions of design patterns to produce professional-looking results.
Computer Vision Scanners
The Wireframe and Screenshot scanners use computer vision ML to recognize UI elements in images—buttons, text fields, navigation bars—and recreate them as editable components. This is genuine AI, not simple tracing.
Focus Predictor
Uses eye-tracking prediction models trained on user behavior data to estimate where viewers will look first. Helpful for optimizing call-to-action placement and information hierarchy.
What's Not AI (But Still Useful)
- •Drag-and-drop editor: Standard design tool functionality for manual adjustments
- •Component library: Pre-made UI elements (buttons, forms, cards) are human-designed templates
- •Prototype linking: Connecting screens for click-through demos is manual configuration
AI Limitations to Know
- • AI-generated designs can be generic—expect to customize and refine rather than use as-is
- • Sketch conversion works best with clear, simple drawings; complex sketches may produce misaligned elements
- • Text in AI outputs sometimes overlaps or has contrast issues—requires manual cleanup
- • The AI doesn't understand your specific brand guidelines until you train it with examples
Real-World Nonprofit Use Case
Imagine a regional food bank wants to build a mobile app where partner agencies can request inventory, volunteers can sign up for shifts, and the operations team can track logistics. The Executive Director has a clear vision but no design background. Hiring a UX designer for mockups would cost $2,000-5,000.
Using Uizard's free tier, she types: "Mobile app for food bank operations with three user types: agencies requesting food, volunteers signing up for shifts, and staff managing inventory and schedules." Autodesigner generates a complete 8-screen prototype in under a minute. She refines the agency request flow, adds the organization's colors, and creates a clickable prototype.
The prototype goes to the board meeting—members can actually tap through the experience on their phones. It's included in a technology grant application, showing funders exactly what the investment would create. When the grant is approved, she exports the designs with specs that save the development agency weeks of requirements gathering. Total cost: $0. Total time: one afternoon.
Pricing
Free
For trying it out
- 2 projects, 5 screens each
- 3 AI generations per month
- Autodesigner 1.5
- 10 free templates
- 400 design components
Pro - $12/month
Billed annually ($19/month monthly)
- 100 projects
- 500 AI generations per month
- Autodesigner 2.0 (advanced)
- React CSS developer handoff
- All templates, private projects
Business - $39/month
Billed annually
- Everything in Pro
- 5,000 AI generations per month
- Faster AI generation
- Custom brand kit
- Unlimited projects, priority support
Enterprise
Custom pricing
- Unlimited AI generations
- Unlimited teams
- Design system setup
- Whiteglove onboarding
Note: Prices may be outdated or inaccurate.
Nonprofit Pricing
Uizard doesn't currently offer a formal nonprofit discount program. However, the pricing is already quite accessible for nonprofit budgets:
- Free tier is genuinely usable for small projects (2 projects, 3 AI generations/month)
- Pro at $12/month (annual) is less than many coffee subscriptions
- NachoNacho marketplace offers 25% cashback on paid plans
Cost comparison: A professional UX designer creating similar wireframes and prototypes would cost $1,000-5,000+. Even paying full price for Uizard Pro annually ($144) represents a 90%+ savings for comparable prototyping output.
Learning Curve
Beginner-Friendly
Non-technical staff can create their first prototype within 30 minutes
Time to First Value
- First AI-generated design: 5 minutes (sign up, describe project, generate)
- Customized prototype: 30-60 minutes to refine colors, text, and layout
- Click-through prototype: 1-2 hours to link screens and create interactive demo
- Proficiency: Most users feel comfortable within 1 week of regular use
No Technical Skills Required
If you can type a description of what you want and drag items around a screen, you can use Uizard. The AI handles design decisions; you just guide it toward your vision. The interface is intentionally simpler than professional tools like Figma—there's no layer palette, no complex toolbars, no design jargon to learn.
Integration & Compatibility
Connects With
- Figma: Import from and export to Figma (plugin in Beta)
- Sketch & Adobe XD: Import designs (one-way)
- React: Export CSS code for developers (Pro tier)
- Miro: Future integrations expected (parent company)
Platform Availability
- Web-based: Works in any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- Mobile: Can upload photos for sketch scanning from phone
- Cloud-based: No software installation required
Data Portability
- Export designs to Figma for professional refinement
- Export React CSS code for development
- Download images/screens as PNG
- Cannot easily switch viewport sizes after initial generation
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Truly accessible for non-designers: No design skills needed to create professional-looking prototypes
- Remarkably fast: Go from idea to multi-screen prototype in minutes, not days
- Sketch-to-digital magic: Turn whiteboard drawings into real designs instantly
- Affordable: Free tier is usable; Pro at $12/month is budget-friendly
- Real-time collaboration: Team members can comment and work together
Cons
- AI outputs can be generic: Expect to customize and refine rather than use directly
- Quality inconsistencies: Text overlap, contrast issues, and misaligned elements sometimes occur
- Limited for professionals: Lacks layer management, advanced editing depth of Figma/Adobe XD
- Viewport limitations: Can't easily switch screen sizes after initial generation
- Cloud-dependent: Can lag on slow internet connections
Alternatives to Consider
Figma (Free for individuals)
The professional standard for UI design. More powerful and precise than Uizard, but requires actual design skills to use effectively. Best if you have someone with design experience on your team, or you're willing to invest time learning. Canva's Magic Studio is another option if you need simpler design tasks.
Choose Figma if: You have design skills or a designer on staff and need professional-grade tools.
Canva Whiteboard + Docs
Not AI-powered for design generation, but free for nonprofits through Canva for Nonprofits. Good for simple wireframes and flowcharts using templates. Less capable than Uizard for prototyping but costs nothing.
Choose Canva if: Budget is zero and you need basic wireframes—not interactive prototypes.
Framer
AI-powered website builder that can generate complete sites from prompts. Different focus than Uizard—creates actual websites rather than prototypes. Better if you need a working site, not just mockups. See our Framer guide for details.
Choose Framer if: You want to build and publish an actual website, not just prototype ideas.
Why choose Uizard? It's specifically designed for non-designers who need to rapidly visualize app and website ideas. The AI generation from text and sketches is faster and more accessible than alternatives, making it ideal for communicating concepts to developers, boards, and funders.
Getting Started
Sign up for free (5 minutes)
Go to uizard.io and create an account. No credit card required for the free tier.
Try Autodesigner with a real project (15 minutes)
Click "Create new project" and select Autodesigner. Describe something your nonprofit actually needs—a volunteer signup app, donation page, or event registration form. Watch the AI generate a starting point you can refine.
Customize and add your brand (30 minutes)
Change colors to match your nonprofit's brand, update placeholder text with real content, and add or remove screens. Everything is drag-and-drop—experiment without fear of breaking anything.
Create a clickable prototype and share (15 minutes)
Link screens together so buttons navigate between pages. Generate a shareable link and send it to your board, funder, or development team. They can tap through the experience on any device.
Quick Win: Your First Hour
Have a project idea that's been stuck in your head? In your first hour with Uizard, you can turn it into a visual prototype your team can actually see and discuss. That's often worth more than months of verbal descriptions.
Need Help with Implementation?
Creating prototypes is one thing—turning them into real apps and websites is another. If you need help taking your Uizard designs from concept to reality, whether that's finding developers, creating detailed specifications, or planning your technology roadmap, we're here to help.
Get Implementation SupportFrequently Asked Questions
Is Uizard free for nonprofits?
Uizard doesn't offer a specific nonprofit discount, but the Free tier is quite usable for small projects—you get 2 projects with up to 5 screens each and 3 AI generations per month. The Pro plan at $12/month (billed annually) is affordable for most nonprofits and unlocks 500 AI generations monthly, 100 projects, and the more advanced Autodesigner 2.0.
Can Uizard turn my hand-drawn sketch into a real design?
Yes, Uizard's Wireframe Scanner can digitize hand-drawn sketches into editable digital wireframes. Simply take a photo of your sketch and upload it—the AI converts rough drawings into clean, professional-looking UI components you can then customize. Results work best with clear, simple sketches.
How does Uizard compare to Figma?
Uizard excels at rapid prototyping with AI—generating designs from text prompts or sketches in seconds, making it ideal for non-designers. Figma is a professional design tool with more power and precision but requires design skills. For nonprofits without dedicated designers, Uizard is often the better starting point. You can export Uizard designs to Figma later if needed.
What can I create with Uizard's AI?
Uizard can generate mobile app designs, website mockups, wireframes, and interactive prototypes. Features include Autodesigner (text-to-design), Screenshot Scanner, Wireframe Scanner, AI Image Generator, UX Copy suggestions, Theme Generator, and Focus Predictor—making it versatile for everything from donor app concepts to event landing pages.
Can developers use Uizard designs to build real apps?
Uizard Pro includes React CSS export for developers, making it easier to implement your designs. However, Uizard creates visual mockups, not production-ready code—think of it as a detailed blueprint that helps developers understand exactly what you want, saving significant back-and-forth time.
Is Uizard suitable for professional designers?
Uizard is optimized for non-designers and rapid prototyping. Professional designers may find it limiting compared to Figma or Adobe XD—there's no layer sidebar, limited manual editing depth, and AI outputs sometimes need cleanup. Designers can use it for quick concepts before moving to professional tools via the Figma export feature.
Related Tools & Resources
Explore more AI design and no-code tools for nonprofits:
- Canva Magic Studio - Free for nonprofits, excellent for marketing materials
- Framer - AI-powered website builder for actual published sites
- Webflow - Professional no-code website builder
- AI-Powered Nonprofit Marketing Guide - Comprehensive strategies for nonprofit marketing with AI