Solutions Tailored to Nonprofit Teams
We help nonprofits align their technology, operations, and strategy—without overwhelm. Each engagement is tailored to your systems, team, and goals.
Resources
Digital Strategy & Technology Advisory
- A Guide to Equitable and Responsible Technology for Canadian Non-Profits
- The Digital Nonprofit Ability™ (DNA) Self-Assessment Tool
AI Integration & Innovation
- Non Profit AI Policy Toolkit
- Non Profit AI Use Policy Template
- OHRC Human Rights AI Impact Assessment Tool
Capacity Building & Leadership
Financial Sustainability & Fundraising
Marketing & Communications
Solutions That Work for Nonprofits
At Mitchell Consulting, we help nonprofits make smart, mission-aligned decisions about technology—so they can do more with less.
Whether you’re exploring AI tools, trying to reduce administrative burden, or navigating a systems change, we provide strategic, ethical, and practical support tailored to your organization’s size, goals, and capacity.
We work with small to mid-sized nonprofits who are ready to streamline operations, improve outcomes, and build long-term capacity—without overwhelming their teams or losing sight of what matters most.
🖥️ Systems & Technology Implementation
Practical, scalable solutions that reduce friction and free up your team’s time.
How It Works
We help you select, implement, and optimize digital systems that support daily operations and mission delivery. From CRM selection to AI-powered productivity tools, we make sure your tech works for you—not the other way around.
Key Benefits:
- Improved internal workflows
- Fewer repetitive tasks
- Clearer performance tracking
- Increased donor and stakeholder confidence
What This Might Look Like:
- Transitioning from spreadsheets to a centralized donor database
- Setting up Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 to streamline collaboration
- Introducing AI tools to support grant writing or board reporting
- Migrating key files to a secure, cloud-based system with shared access and backup protocols
- Building a lightweight automation to reduce repetitive admin tasks (e.g., form submissions → shared folder + email alert)
📚 Digital Capacity Building & Training
Empower your team with the skills and confidence to lead in a digital world.
How It Works
Change is hard—but it’s easier with the right support. We offer customized training and coaching for staff and leadership, making new tools accessible, understandable, and sustainable. Your people stay in control, even as the tech evolves.
Key Benefits:
- Increased digital confidence and independence
- More efficient onboarding and internal communication
- Reduced risk of tech underuse or abandonment
What This Might Look Like:
- Tech onboarding kits and video tutorials for new hires
- Team training sessions on productivity tools or AI
- Workshops for senior staff on digital leadership
- Creating tailored quick-reference guides for internal tools and workflows
- Running a low-stakes “tech audit week” where staff reflect on tool use and identify friction points
📊 Strategic Planning & Advisory Services
Integrate technology into your broader vision—with clarity and confidence.
How It Works
We work with executive teams and boards to ensure technology is aligned with your mission, values, and capacity. From digital transformation planning to responsible AI policy development, we bring clarity and strategy to every step of the process.
Key Benefits:
- Tech investments aligned with strategic goals
- Reduced compliance and security risks
- Improved credibility with funders and stakeholders
What This Might Look Like:
- A 2-year roadmap for technology integration
- Board advisory sessions on AI opportunities and risks
- Drafting of data privacy, cybersecurity, or AI ethics policies
- Facilitating internal “AI readiness” audits or digital maturity assessments
- Hosting cross-functional strategy workshops to align staff, leadership, and board on tech priorities
What Change Looks Like
Here’s how we help nonprofits move from uncertainty to alignment—building systems that support your team and your mission.
How It Works: From Discovery to Delivery
At Mitchell Consulting, we don’t just provide services—we build capacity, confidence, and clarity for nonprofits navigating complex systems and shifting landscapes.
We know that bringing in outside support can feel like a big decision—especially when your team is stretched thin and your mission can’t wait.
That’s why our process is clear, collaborative, and designed to meet you where you are.
Our Approach
We begin every engagement with curiosity and collaboration. Through one-on-one conversations and a comprehensive review of your current technology and operations, we get to know your organization from the inside out. We ask:
- What’s working?
- What’s holding you back?
- What could success look like 12 months from now?
From there, we co-create a path forward—whether it’s building internal systems, implementing tools, or equipping your team with the skills to adapt with confidence.
We value:
Empowerment – We train and support your team every step of the way.
Sustainability – Solutions should outlast the project.
Practicality – If it’s not realistic for your team, it’s not the right fit.
What stood out most was the honesty. No fluff —just someone who cared about our mission and wanted to help us do it better.
Types of Engagement
We offer a range of ways to work together, depending on your needs, budget, and timeline:
- One-Time Projects – such as tech audits, grant strategies, or capacity diagnostics
- Retained Support – ongoing consulting for operational or strategic implementation
- Workshops & Trainings – board governance, tech literacy, or systems planning
- Rapid Response – short-term help when you’re in a crunch or moment of change
Each engagement is designed to be lightweight, efficient, and responsive to your team’s capacity.
We offer flexible models to fit your needs and capacity:
- Project-Based Engagements – Great for tech audits, systems overhauls, or AI-readiness assessments.
- Training Sessions – Hands-on capacity building tailored to your team.
- Ongoing Support – Retainers for organizations looking for longer-term strategic guidance, coaching, or implementation support.
Whether we work together for two weeks or two years, our goal is the same: to leave your organization stronger and more self-reliant.
What to Expect: Timelines
We move at your pace—but here’s what’s typical:
- Tech Audit + Recommendations: 3–4 weeks
- Full Systems Assessment & Roadmap: 6–8 weeks
- Retained Consulting: Monthly, quarterly, or campaign-based
- Board or Team Training: 1–2 sessions, with optional follow-up
We understand the constraints of nonprofit teams. Our process is built to respect your time and make the most of it.
Why Act Now
The nonprofit sector is facing increasing pressure to do more with less—shrinking budgets, rising complexity, and heightened expectations for transparency, efficiency, and responsiveness.
At the same time, the technology landscape is rapidly evolving. AI is already transforming fundraising, program delivery, and back-office operations. But without a clear plan, nonprofits risk falling behind—or adopting tools that don’t serve their mission.
By investing in the right systems now, you’ll be:
- Future-proofing your organization
- Reducing operational bottlenecks
- Unlocking data to make better decisions
- Freeing up your team to focus on what truly matters
If you’re ready to build capacity, embrace sustainable tools, and move forward with clarity, we’re here to help.
Ready to Strengthen Your Organization?
Let’s discuss your goals, your tech, and how we can build practical systems that give you time back and move your mission forward.
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