Five for the Future Site Relaunched with a Block-Based Design

After revamping the WordPress.org homepage, Theme Directory, Plugin Directory, Pattern Directory, and HelpHub, the Meta team has now updated the Five for the Future site. Members of the Meta, Design, and Community teams collaborated to redesign and launch the site in time for WordCamp US 2024.

A Fresh New Look

Developer Relations Advocate Nick Diego shared, “ This visual update is part of an ongoing effort to create a consistent design language across WordPress.org… This change marks the beginning of modernizing Five for the Future.”

New Home page

The update features a block-based child theme built on top of the shared WordPress.org parent theme, streamlining aesthetics and simplifying future updates. Key changes include:

All content has been converted to blocks, making it easier to manage and update.

The layout, typography, and color scheme have been standardized to align with the broader WordPress.org ecosystem.

A new contributor testimonials section featured both on the homepage and as a dedicated page, showcases the experiences and contributions of community members

An updated pledges directory lists organizations committed to contributing to the Five for the Future initiative.

What’s Next?

Future plans include adding new features and content, such as case studies and more testimonials from participating organizations. A Five for the Future blog and newsletter are also in the pipeline.

Nick Diego added, “Forthcoming updates will aim to improve organization profiles by listing activity, automating emails, enhancing onboarding, and adding options for sponsored contributors. The goal is to showcase the strength and impact of Five for the Future with a refreshed, feature-rich website.”

You can suggest improvements or report issues with the new theme by opening a ticket on GitHub. For updates on upcoming WordPress.org changes, join the #website-redesign Slack channel.