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NGO Startup Package
THE NGOs & CBOs STARTUP SERVICES PACKAGE
Introduction
Starting an NGO requires more than passion—it demands legal compliance, clear governance structures, strong documentation, and sustainability planning.
This package is designed to guide founders from idea stage to a fully registered and operational NGO, ready to attract funding and deliver impact.
Core Service Areas
- NGO Concept Development & Structuring
- Refinement of NGO idea and mission
- Vision, mission, and core values development
- Identification of target beneficiaries
- Program design and thematic focus (education, health, environment, etc.)
Ensures a clear and impactful foundation.
- Legal Registration & Compliance Support
- Name reservation and approval
- Preparation of constitution
- Registration with relevant authorities (NGOs, CBOs, Trusts)
- Assistance with obtaining certificates and permits
Ensures the NGO is legally recognized and compliant.
- Governance & Organizational Setup
- Board formation and structuring
- Roles and responsibilities of directors/trustees
- Development of governance policies
- Organizational structure design
Builds transparency and accountability.
- Policy Development & Documentation
- Financial policy
- Human resource policy
- Procurement policy
- Safeguarding and child protection policy
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework
Provides professional systems required by donors.
- Strategic Planning
- 3–5 year strategic plan development
- Annual operational planning
- Program/project planning frameworks
Guides long-term direction and sustainability.
- Financial Systems Setup
- Basic accounting systems and tools
- Budget development
- Financial reporting templates
- Internal controls setup
Builds trust with donors and partners.
- Fundraising & Grant Readiness
- Proposal writing training
- Donor mapping and identification
- Grant application support
- Development of fundraising strategy
Prepares NGOs to secure funding.
- Branding, Communication & Visibility
- NGO profile development
- Website content and basic setup
- Social media presence
- Communication strategy
Enhances credibility and outreach.
- Capacity Building & Training
- NGO management training
- Leadership and governance training
- Financial management training
- Project management training
Strengthens team capability.
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- M&E system design
- Data collection tools
- Impact measurement frameworks
- Donor reporting formats
Ensures accountability and measurable impact.
Optional Add-On Services
- Tax exemption application support
- Partnership and stakeholder engagement strategy
- Digital systems (CRM for donors, project tracking tools)
- Audit preparation support
- Impact storytelling and reporting
Target Clients
- Individuals or groups starting NGOs
- Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
- Faith-based organizations
- Social enterprises transitioning into NGOs
Expected Outcomes
- Fully registered and compliant NGO
- Strong governance and operational systems
- Increased chances of securing funding
- Clear strategy and sustainable programs
- Professional organizational image
PRICE STRUCTURE FOR NGO STARTUP SERVICES
This package is designed to support NGOs/CBOs and foundation from idea stage to operational readiness
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SN |
Services |
Fees |
Working days |
Deliverables (Outputs) |
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1 |
Basic startup package: · Name search and reservation · Preparation of constitution · Board structure advisory · Basic registration guidance · Filling application forms · Submission support · TIN application support · Basic compliance advisory |
300,000 – 500,000 |
7 – 14 Days |
· Approved organization name · Draft Constitution document · Completed registration forms · Submission acknowledgment |
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2 |
Standard NGO Startup package · Name clearance · Constitution and governance documents · Board structure advisory · Full registration processing · TIN Application Support · Compliance guidance |
350,000 – 500,000 |
14 -21 days |
· NGO Registration certificate · Approved constitution · Board structure document · TIN Certificate · Compliance certificate |
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3 |
Premium NGOP startup package · All standard package services + · Strategic plan development · Organization profile development · Key policies (HR, Finance, procurement etc.) · Proposal template · Branding support |
500,000–1,500,000 |
30 – 60 days |
· NGO registration certificate · Strategic plan document · Organization profile · Policy documents · Logo · Branding materials |
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3 |
Fully Managed NGO setup package · Legal and regulatory compliance · Website development · Grant readiness support · Organization structure design |
2,000,000-5,000,000 |
50 – 60 days |
· Fully registered NGO · Complete policy manual · Functional website · Strategic plan (3-5 years) · Grant-ready proposal package · Organizational structure · Staffing plan |
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4 |
Short-time services |
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i. |
Proposal writing |
200,000-500,000 |
5-10 days |
Complete donor-ready proposal |
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ii. |
Strategic plan development |
500,000-1,000,000 |
14-30 days |
Detailed strategic plan |
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iii. |
Website development |
500,000 – 1,000,000 |
20-30days |
Functional website |
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iv. |
Branding package |
150,000 – 300,000 |
7-14 days |
Logo, letterhead, profile |
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v. |
Training (Governance) |
200,000 – 500,000 |
1-3 days |
Training materials, training report |
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vi. |
M&E Framework |
300,000 – 500,000 |
7-14 days |
M&E Tools & framework |
Payment terms:
- 50% upfront (project initiation)
- 30% mid-stage – draft delivery and approve
- 20% upon completion – final outputs
- All charges include Government registration fee, Legal certification, Company charges
Our contacts:
Lipia Business Consultancy Ltd
+255756 450 595
info@lipiaconsult.co.tz
Dar es Salaam | Mbeya