That project you've been putting off? You can actually afford to get it done.
Website redesign. Strategy refresh. CRM migration. Brand overhaul.
Professional work at roughly a quarter of consultancy rates-delivered by skilled people who want to work with organisations like yours.
Sound familiar?
Website Redesign
"Agencies quoted £15k. We've been making do with the 2018 site."
Agency: ~$10,000
Rendered: ~$4,000
Senior developer, 4-6 weeks
Brand Refresh
"Our logo is from 2010. We know it needs updating."
Agency: ~$5,000
Rendered: ~$2,000
Professional designer, 3-4 weeks
Strategic Plan
"The board wants a 3-year strategy. We can't afford consultants."
Agency: ~$8,000
Rendered: ~$2,700
Former strategy consultant, 4-5 weeks
CRM Implementation
"We're still running everything on spreadsheets."
Agency: ~$6,500
Rendered: ~$2,400
Experienced CRM specialist, 3-4 weeks
Marketing Strategy
"We don't have a marketing team. Or budget for one."
Agency: ~$4,500
Rendered: ~$1,600
Fractional marketing director, 2-3 weeks
Fundraising Support
"We need help with grant applications but can't justify a consultant."
Agency: ~$3,300
Rendered: ~$1,100
Experienced fundraiser, 2 weeks
Estimates based on typical project scope at our published rates. Your project may vary.
Not volunteering. Not consultancy. Something else.
| Volunteers | Consultants | Rendered | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free | $1,000-1,900/day | $160-320/day |
| Reliability | Variable-can withdraw anytime | Contractual | Contractual |
| Accountability | Limited-hard to push back | Full | Full |
| Availability | Waitlisted, competitive | On demand | On demand |
| Quality assurance | None | Their reputation | Vetted professionals |
The key insight: payment-even modest payment-changes everything.
When someone volunteers, they can disappear without consequence. You feel awkward pushing back on quality. There's no real accountability.
When someone gets paid, they're obligated to deliver. You're entitled to expect quality. It's a professional engagement, not a favour.
We've found the rate that makes this work: low enough for you to afford, high enough for talented professionals to commit.
From need to delivery
Tell us what you need
Describe your project. What's the outcome you're looking for? What's your timeline? We'll give you an instant estimate based on our published rates-no hidden fees, no surprises.
We find the right person
We match you with professionals who have the skills you need and genuinely want to work with nonprofits. You'll see their background, relevant experience, and proposed approach before committing.
Agree the scope
Define deliverables, milestones, and timeline together. Clear expectations from the start. Payment goes into escrow—you're protected until work is delivered.
Work gets done
Regular communication. Professional standards. Real accountability. You can push back on quality. You can enforce deadlines. This is a professional engagement.
Approve and pay
Review deliverables. Request revisions if needed. Release payment when satisfied. Both sides can leave reviews—building trust for future projects.
Questions you're probably asking
"How can the quality be good at these prices?"
Fair question. Here's the answer:
We work with three types of professionals. First: people between jobs who have time and need income, but also want meaningful work. They're accepting lower rates because they're not comparing to full-time salaries-they're comparing to zero income during a job search.
Second: senior professionals later in their careers who want to contribute. They don't need top rates. They want purpose.
Third: experienced professionals returning after career breaks-often with 10+ years of prior experience. They're rebuilding their professional identity and value flexibility over maximum pay.
All three groups have real credentials from real employers. We verify backgrounds. We don't accept everyone.
"What if they don't deliver?"
This is exactly why we're not a volunteer platform.
Your payment sits in escrow until you approve the work. Professionals don't get paid until they deliver. Both sides have skin in the game.
If something goes wrong, we mediate. If someone consistently underdelivers, they're removed from the platform. Accountability is built into the model.
"This sounds too good to be true."
We understand the skepticism. Here's what we'd say:
This isn't charity. Professionals get paid—just less than commercial rates. It works because they're choosing meaningful work over maximum income.
And we're transparent about how it works: you can see our rates before signing up. You can see what professionals have done before. No hidden catches.
"Can I justify this expense to my board?"
We think so. You're paying 20-25% of market rates for professional work. That's a responsible use of funds-arguably more responsible than free help that might not materialise.
We can provide documentation for board reports or grant applications. This is a professional service engagement, not an informal favour.
What things cost
| Skill Category | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| Strategy & Leadership | $40/hr |
| Fundraising & Development | $33/hr |
| Training & Facilitation | $33/hr |
| Technology | $33/hr |
| Finance & Accounting | $33/hr |
How to estimate your project:
- A typical website redesign: 80-120 hours = $2,600-4,000
- A brand refresh: 50-75 hours = $1,350-2,000
- A strategic plan: 60-80 hours = $2,400-3,200
Our commission: We take 20% of the project value to cover operations. This is already reflected in the rates above-what you see is what you pay.
Meet the people behind the work
Professionals from organisations like Samsung, Oxfam, and Amnesty International—available to work with your nonprofit.
Vetted and verified
Every professional goes through our screening process. We check backgrounds, experience, and motivation.
Senior professionals
10+ years of experience on average. These are people who've led teams and delivered at the highest levels.
Available now
Our talent are ready to start. No lengthy procurement processes or waiting lists.
Not sure where to start?
Book a free 30-minute consultation with Sam, ex-Oxfam, ex-Amnesty. He'll help you figure out what you need, what it might cost, and whether Rendered is the right fit. No commitment required.
Ready to get that project done?
Tell us what you need. We'll estimate the cost, find the right person, and help you get it done-at a price that actually makes sense for your organisation.
No commitment until you approve a match. No payment until work is delivered.