Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own Track It Forward

Replace Track It Forward with a custom build. Volunteer Time Tracking Done Right

Weekend Project
22 features3 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 22 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 22 features

Management(5 features)

Custom Profile FieldsPremium

Create custom fields to collect specific volunteer information during profile setup.

File Upload FieldsPremium

Ability to add file upload fields in volunteer hour logs.

Multi-Site Group PlansPremium

Track multiple chapters, programs, or sites in one place.

Multiple AdministratorsPremium

Set different permission levels for multiple administrators to manage the system.

Volunteer Data Management

Choose which volunteer info to collect on first sign up. Choose to approve or verify volunteer hours. Set different permissions for multiple administrators.

Automation(2 features)

Conditional Hour Log FieldsPremium

Use conditional logic to create conditional statements in volunteer hour logs. One thing only occurs if a previous thing enables it.

Conditional Logic FormattingPremium

During setup, use conditional logic to create conditional statements in volunteer profiles, volunteer hour logs, and milestones.

Communication(2 features)

Email Messages

Send email messages to volunteers. Customize hour reminders and event notifications. Send message blasts to segments of volunteers.

Text MessagesPremium

Improve volunteer communication with texting feature. Administrators can send mass text messages and emails to volunteers.

Events(2 features)

Digital Event Sign-In SheetPremium

Quickly sign in and out of events with digital sheets. Upon sign out, time is automatically logged into the database or approval queue.

Event Calendar

Create and categorize an event calendar. Volunteers can RSVP, receive reminders, and log hours instantly with digital sign-in sheets.

Goals & Tracking(2 features)

Conditional MilestonesPremium

Create conditional logic for milestones to set specific requirements.

Milestones

Set up requirements or goals for volunteers to hold themselves accountable. Both volunteers and organizers can see milestone progress.

Mobile(2 features)

Mobile App

Volunteers can log hours on mobile, access timesheets, and sign up for events. Admins can add volunteers, view hours, and approve/decline submissions.

Offline ModePremium

For mobile app users, allows hours to be logged when experiencing loss of data, wifi, or cell signal. Offline hours queue for logging when service is available.

Tracking(2 features)

Check In KioskPremium

Check in system that logs hours automatically. Works for one-time, repeat, or group volunteers. Hours are logged when volunteer checks out.

Time Tracking

Volunteers can log their own hours online, via mobile app, or onsite check-in. Core feature focused on accurate data capture.

Approval Workflows(1 features)

Hour ApprovalPremium

Approve hours before they get logged into the system. Approve hours in bulk, on the mobile app, or with notifications when they get logged. Delegate to different administrators.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Track It Forward

Monthly$12/mo
Yearly$144/yr
5-Year Total$720

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~2 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$144
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$432
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$720
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 22 features at very easy complexity.

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