Mostly small and regional Australian not-for-profits—community groups, associations, clubs, committees, and local charities. If you’ve got a constitution, a board or committee, and some kind of mission to make the world better (in your own way), I’m probably a good fit.

Yep. That’s exactly why I offer the $295 Discovery Check-Up. It lets me see what’s really needed—and what can wait. I’ll tailor the work (and the quote) to your capacity. If you need to spread the work out or just fix the basics first, I’ll tell you that honestly.

Usually, yes. Most operational grants and capacity-building funds will cover strategy, governance, HR, and policy work—especially if it strengthens your back-office systems or improves risk management. I can even help write the wording for your application.

No problem. I can help you set up the right structure from scratch—whether that’s becoming an incorporated association, formalising a working group, or getting your roles and rules sorted before you grow. You don’t need to be polished—you just need to be willing.

You can—some of it. But what AI can’t do is tailor policies to your local rules, match your constitution, explain things to confused committee members, or prioritise what needs doing now. You can draft with AI, sure—but Plain Sense turns it into something you can actually rely on.

You’ll get a short report with a list of issues, priorities, and suggested next steps. You’ll also get a quote (or a few options) that match your budget. There’s no pressure to go ahead, and you’re welcome to take the plan and do it yourself if that works better for you.

Yes—everything I offer can be done online. I’m based in Australia (though I sometimes work remotely from overseas) and have experience working across all states and territories. I understand the different state-based rules for incorporated associations and can tailor support to wherever you are.

I mostly work via Zoom and email—which keeps it cost-effective for everyone. If you want a site visit, let’s chat.

Not usually. But I can help set up your systems, tidy things up, build board-friendly reports, and troubleshoot what’s not working. If you’re in over your head with Xero or MYOB, I can sort things out and get you back on track, and offer you short-term bookkeeping until we find someone who fits your organisation.