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Non-Government
Amplifying the impact of NGOs
For over two decades, Allen + Clarke have worked alongside NGOs that make a difference to our communities. We understand the reality of stretching a budget with ring-fenced funding and strict reporting obligations. We bring stakeholder management expertise to the table, working alongside paid staff and volunteers to develop your long-term capability so you can keep doing the work that really matters.
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Tailored solutions to fit your budget.
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Assistance supporting volunteers to build expertise.
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Influence government to invest in community outcomes.
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Streamline your systems and processes so you can focus on the important work.
4.4 / 5
NGO client satisfaction rating384
projects for NGOs119
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Capabilities
Governance Reviews
Assessing your organisational maturity and offering recommendations to help you take the next steps.
Operational Policy Support
Developing operational procedures like health and safety guidelines, privacy policy or technology strategy to enable your organisation to be more effective and meet regulatory requirements.
Service Design
Evaluating current or proposed services to better meet user needs.
Evaluation and Review
Supporting you to demonstrate the return on investment from your services.
Stakeholder Engagement
Getting input from staff and service users and conducting analysis to understand your key audience.
Helping you to engage with government
Creating position papers and submission responses, using thematic analysis to advocate for important issues which affect your organisation.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Allen + Clarke's approach to NGO support different?
Our approach combines practical solutions with capability building. Rather than creating dependency relationships, we work alongside your team to develop lasting skills. We're known for our authentic partnership approach—working with you, not just for you—and our ability to bridge the gap between government and community sectors.
How do you price your NGO support services?
We offer flexible pricing structures based on your organisation's size and financial capacity. This might include reduced daily rates for small NGOs, package pricing for defined projects, or staggered payment schedules aligned with your funding cycle. We'll be transparent about costs from the outset and can tailor our approach to match your budget reality.
How do you ensure solutions are sustainable for small organisations with limited resources?
We design solutions with implementation and reality in mind, focusing on practical steps that match your capacity. This might include developing staged implementation plans, creating templates and frameworks that reduce ongoing workload, or identifying low-resource ways to maintain improvements after our engagement ends.
Can you work with our Board directly on governance issues?
Yes, we regularly work directly with NGO Boards on governance matters. This might include facilitating Board workshops, conducting governance reviews, supporting strategic planning processes, or developing Board capability. We understand the unique dynamics of volunteer Boards and can tailor our approach to suit your Board's composition and needs.
What if our organisation isn't clear on exactly what help we need?
This is common for the NGOs that we work with. When we work with you, we start with a conversation and investigation to understand the issues and identify how our support can create the greatest impact.
Can you help us evaluate the impact of our programmes and services?
Yes, we can provide tailored evaluations for NGO services. This can include developing practical monitoring frameworks, conducting evaluations, designing impact measurement approaches, and helping you to demonstrate outcomes to funders.
How do you ensure your advice is practical for volunteer-run organisations?
We understand the realities of working with volunteers and can design our recommendations accordingly. This means developing user-friendly resources and considering how volunteer capacity and turnover will impact on the solution. We know that your volunteers are your greatest asset, and we can adjust our normal processes to work flexibly with them.
Giving back
Every year, Allen + Clarke donates hundreds of consultancy hours to community organisations across Aotearoa. Our Pro Bono Programme provides governance support, policy development, and service design to help purpose-led organisations increase their impact. We're committed to social change that improves people's lives.
