About us

Social Engine strengthens the social enterprise sector by identifying and delivering essential capabilities in an accessible way, connecting corporate Australia with impactful social enterprises and creating opportunities for disadvantaged people

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A One Stop Shop

Social Engine acts as a centralised hub and strategic partner, offering a comprehensive suite of services designed to streamline operations, facilitate growth, and maximize the impact of social enterprises.

Services We Manage

We convert vision into an actionable strategy

We coordinate initiatives and manage resources

We support you through the acquittals process

We set, measure and track your goals

We support you through the grant process

We co create your business plan

We redesign your offering with nature in mind

We understand and manage your risks

We design your data strategy

We make tech and AI your strengths

We coordinate legal needs with our trusted network

We coordinate your marketing efforts with our expert panel

We have access to fractional CFO who we have worked with

We identify and help manage the interactions with investors

We connect you to our corporate network to help grow your business

Services We Provide
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Pricing

We are upfront, transparent, and reasonable.

We provide opportunities to people who need it the most.

Resourcing
Why Us?
AI and Tech Driven

AI and technology help us deliver the best possible value to our customers. We believe AI can power up impact businesses.

We spend time upfront defining the outcome. If we don't meet the outcome, we don't charge you.

Outcome Guaranteed
25+ Years of Experience

25 years of experience improving business performance using best in class methodologies and operating models.

Volunteers

We leverage our extremely skilled volunteer network to help reduce cost and maximise their skills.

While we have to hire resources on demands, most experts we deal with have worked with us in the past.

Trusted Expert Pool
Corporate Best practices

We bring the best in class and trusted methodologies available to large corporates.

Driven by Impact

We are driven by the aspiration to support impact-driven businesses, prioritizing social good over profit maximization.

Our Methodology

Our approach is simple and straightforward. We handhold you through our steps keeping in mind that you have a business to run.

Step 1: Define the situation and desired result

Our team will then collaborate with you and grant writers to develop a compelling grant proposal that effectively communicates your impact model, growth strategy, and funding requirements.

Cost: Outcome-based but capped at $2500

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white concrete lighthouse
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stacked round gold-colored coins on white surface

We initiate in-depth conversations to understand your vision, business model, and the obstacles you face. This collaborative dialogue allows us to gain a holistic perspective of your organization and its operating context.

Time Commitment: 16 hours

Cost: Free

Step 2: Chart Strategic Expansion
Step 3: Secure Funding Support

We use the theory of change framework to document what needs to change and list the initiatives. This forms part of your grant submissions.

Cost: Outcome-based but capped at $2500

Step 4: Coordinate and Build

We understand you may need once off help with specific projects. We understand your business and provide fractional resourcing to get you through the busy periods.

Cost: Hourly based

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a woman is making a pot on a wheel
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person writing bucket list on book
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white smartphone near laptop

We maximize every dollar by clearly documenting your needs and leveraging our skilled team, suppliers, and volunteers to deliver quality, fit-for-purpose outcomes.

Cost: Fixed Fee

Step 5: Build Sustainable Independence
Step 6: Phone a friend

While we would love to be part of your business our goal is to make you self-reliant. We hand over our best practices.

Cost: Free

Congratulations!

You've made it this far, which means you're serious about growing your business. And we're serious about helping you do just that. But first, let's ditch the formal boardroom and opt for something a little more, shall we say, delicious? Join us in our vibrant co-working space in Circular Quay for a coffee and a croissant (our almond ones are legendary, by the way). We'd love to hear your story, understand your vision, and explore how we can collaborate to achieve your goals. No pressure, just good conversation and great coffee.

Still not sure we are the right partners? Please reach out to others who can help

Social Engine is a specifically designed product offering under Processant Pty Ltd