Supporting the organisations who strengthen our communities

Hello!

We are Align Agency, a consulting firm supporting nonprofits, social enterprises and purpose-driven organisations to deliver social impact.

Our work aligns and strengthens your strategy, organisational development, partnerships, impact and sustainable growth.

Our Services

Every organisation we support is working towards something bigger than itself.

A stronger community. Better outcomes. Greater equity. More opportunity.

The path looks different for every organisation, but our support generally falls into four areas.

Strategy & Organisational Alignment

Supporting organisations to clarify direction, strengthen leadership and build the capability needed to achieve their vision.

Strategic Planning • Theory of Change • Governance Coaching • Impact Advisory • Growth Roadmaps • ACNC & DGR Applications

Impact Evaluation & Learning

Helping organisations understand, measure and communicate the difference they make through practical and evidence-informed approaches.

Theory of Change • Measurement, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) • Impact Reports • Investment Readiness Reviews • Impact Measurement Coaching • Data, Dashboards & Digital Systems

Communications, Engagement & Advocacy

Helping organisations communicate their purpose, engage key audiences and build support for their mission.

Communications Strategy • Communications Ecosystem Reviews • Messaging & Positioning • Stakeholder Communications • Impact Storytelling • Annual Reports • Advocacy

Partnerships & Sustainable Revenue

Building sustainable funding, meaningful partnerships and diversified revenue that enable organisations to grow their impact.

Fundraising Strategy • Case for Support • Funding Frameworks • Corporate Partnerships • Government Funding • Grant Writing • Prospect Research • Revenue Diversification • Fundraising Campaign Delivery

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How We Work

One senior advisor.

The right expertise when it's needed.

Every engagement is led by Sarah, drawing on more than 20 years of executive leadership and advisory experience.

Where specialist expertise adds value, Align brings together a trusted network of collaborators with the skills and experience to complement the work.

Some organisations need support with a defined project. Others are looking for an experienced thinking partner to work alongside their CEO, Founder, leadership team or Board as priorities evolve.

Whether it's a one-off engagement or an ongoing advisory partnership, support is tailored to your organisation's goals, priorities and capacity.

We are proud to have supported some incredible nonprofits, changemakers, foundations, and purpose-driven businesses across Australia.

  • Our Theory of Change

    We strengthen the organisations that strengthen our communities.

    When organisations align their strategy, leadership, organisational capability, funding, impact and communications

    Then they become more resilient and better equipped to respond to change, secure investment and create meaningful partnerships

    Which leads to greater and more lasting impact for the communities they serve.

  • “Working with people who are aligned in terms of their dedication to meaningful causes is not only rewarding, but also inspiring. Sarah’s engagement, knowledge and attention to detail really blew me away. Her expressive and articulate communications, allowed me to effectively communicate a complex and layered body of work to a diverse audience. I really appreciate the value that is added by a person of Sarah’s compassion and intellect.”

    — Marite Norris, Artist and Director of Art Space Collective

  • "I just wanted to personally say how much we have appreciated the wonderful help and support we have received from Sarah Waddle and the Align Agency in developing the PAWS program and a funding model for this. Sarah's help has been just invaluable and we are very grateful."

    — Di Johnston, Pets and Positive Ageing

  • “Sarah’s support and guidance in operationalising our vision and navigating our journey to greater impact has been instrumental. She helps us weave our narrative together, enabling us to grow our fundraising and engagement program, secure major grants, and report on our impact."

    — Jo Smith, Artistic Director CircusWA