Technology leadership for nonprofits.

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C-Suite IT partners without the cost of a full-time executive.

Our part-time IT executives ensure your digital systems drive efficiency and scale impact—allowing you to stay focused on your mission.

85% of nonprofits say that technology is key to the success of their organization, but 23% admit they don’t have a long-term technology strategy.

– Nonprofit Trends Report

Fractional technical leadership can transform your organization.

Our fractional Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) are part-time, outsourced executives who help nonprofit organizations bridge their technology leadership gap by developing strategies, optimizing systems, and ensuring effective digital transformation, all without the cost of a full-time executive.

How our CTOs help:

Comprehensive Discovery and In-Depth Needs Assessment

Understanding your mission and values is key to grasping your unique technology needs. By analyzing your current systems, we identify gaps and areas for improvement. Our goal is to align your technology with your objectives, ensuring it fully supports your mission.

Strategic Technology Roadmapping and Expert IT Management

Collaborating closely with your team, we develop a strategic plan and technology roadmap tailored to your vision. This guides your IT investments and ensures progress toward long-term goals, while ongoing support keeps your initiatives on track for sustainable growth.

Tailored Platform Selection and Comprehensive Vendor Management

With a deep understanding of your organization’s mission and goals, we identify vendors that match your immediate needs and long-term vision. From research through implementation, we ensure you have the right technology partners to support your growth.

Complete Website Audit and Strategic Web Optimization

Through a thorough website audit, we assess functionality, user experience, and alignment with your brand goals. Actionable recommendations are provided to improve design, content, and technical performance, ensuring your site is user-friendly, efficient, and integrated with other digital systems.

Robust Cybersecurity Solutions and Comprehensive Data Policy Development

To safeguard your organization, we assess current security protocols and identify vulnerabilities. Tailored cybersecurity policies are then created to protect your data and ensure compliance, building a security-aware culture within your team.

Full-Spectrum Digital Transformation Planning and Team Training

Digital transformation strategies are developed to address both technology and operational shifts. Tailored training equips your staff to fully leverage new systems, empowering them to maximize the benefits of your technology investments.

Examples of systems we implement, build and support

Hofbauer Consulting created the perfect system for us, our chapters, volunteers and donors. They provide thoughtful and creative solutions for all our needs. As our organization grows, we continue to work with Hofbauer Consulting to bring out the best version of our vision.

Fractional CTO Service Tiers

We’re not just technical experts; we’re technical partners. We collaborate with our clients to prioritize and address critical needs and discover new opportunities and solutions. We can cover a lot of ground in time allocated each quarter, however, for organizations looking to fast-track specific initiatives, we offer flat-rate packages with accelerated timelines, ensuring timely delivery.

Essentials Package

$1000/mo

Best for teams of up to 3

Example: Focus on solving for a short list of specific pain points to ensure smoother service delivery.

2 virtual strategy sessions per quarter (1 session every 6 weeks)

4 hours of additional support each quarter

Standard Package

$2000/mo

Best for teams of up to 10

Example: Identify or improve a core platform that will increase efficiency and relieve team overwhelm.

4 virtual strategy sessions per quarter (1 session every 3 weeks)

8 hours of additional support each quarter

Growth Package

$3000/mo

Best for teams of up to 25

Example: Work holistically to develop integrated, future-proof systems and processes across the organization.

6 virtual strategy sessions per quarter (1 session every 2 weeks)

12 hours of additional support each quarter

Technology partner to these flourishing missions and more…

Dignity Grows ↗

Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities ↗

Theological College ↗

Assisting Families of Inmates ↗

St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum ↗

Virginia Green Travel Alliance ↗

RVA Language Justice Initiative ↗

The Hopewell Downtown Partnership ↗

Darryl Chappell Foundation ↗

Hofbauer Consulting created the perfect web system for us, our chapters, volunteers and donors. They provide thoughtful and creative solutions for all our needs. As our organization grows, we continue to work with Hofbauer Consulting to bring out the best version of our vision.

We are so glad we put our e-Learning Portal together in time to engage K-12 educators asynchronously during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hofbauer Consulting built an on-brand, easy-to-use system that has allowed us to expand our geographic reach and in-depth with clients who otherwise may not have had the resources to work with us. We couldn’t have done it without them!

Hofbauer Consulting built a web system to our exacting standards and requirements. Since our launch, they have provided non-stop care and attention for our evolving needs. They are always available to answer our questions and offer training for small or large concerns. We would highly recommend this proficient, creative, flexible, and considerate team!

We cannot thank our partners, Hofbauer Consulting, enough for the critical and valuable work that has been conducted to help us bring our Virtual Milk and Cookies (MAC) Children’s Program to life. We truly could not have done this without their amazing partnership and support!

Hofbauer Consulting built us a beautiful new system and continues to be a wonderful partner. They are very efficient, communicative, and incredibly easy to work with. Their understanding of our requests and needs has empowered our organization to put our best foot forward online.

As an environmental non-profit, Virginia Green Travel Alliance was struggling to make our “off-the-shelf” system work for our programs and users. Hofbauer Consulting took the time to understand our needs and helped us come up with user-friendly solutions.

Hofbauer Consulting created a user-friendly website and were excellent thought partners in helping us organize the site with clear sections, embedded interactive forms, and language accessibility

I never felt any pressure or fake sales pitch from Hofbauer Consulting, just a sense of honesty and integrity. From the start, they made the whole process of building our platform easy and easy to manage. Not only did they train us to manage the platform ourselves, they took the time to really get to know our organization and helped tell our story and reach our unique audiences.

Hofbauer Consulting was the team I needed when I started my small foundation and has been there all along the way – showing artists and partners the growth we’ve achieved in two short years.

Featured Partner

We’ve propelled and amplified many impactful missions. This is one of the partnerships that makes us proud.

Dignity Grows ↗

Leveraging Expertise and Empathy – Hofbauer Consulting’s Journey with Dignity Grows

Hofbauer Consulting has been Dignity Grows’ technical partner since its founding. In just 4 years, the organization has grown to over 50 chapters across the country. Hofbauer Consulting has helped Dignity Grows establish and scale its online presence every step of the way.

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How we helped:

eCommerce
Donor Management Platform
Custom Portal
Event Management System
Registration Management
Website Design
Content Management
Hosting and CDN

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Unsure? Consider these important questions…

Are you experiencing challenges with your existing technology?

Robust digital systems are vital for efficiently managing mission-driven organizations, inspiring change, and serving communities. Addressing issues with technology ensures that resources are maximized, programs run smoothly, and service delivery remains uninterrupted- ultimately enhancing the organization’s impact.

Our services can assess your existing systems, identify areas for improvement, and provide tailored solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Curious about how your organization stacks up? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment.

Is your organization relying on spreadsheets to inform your decision-making?

Data analytics can provide nonprofits with valuable insights into their operations, program effectiveness, and stakeholder engagement. Leveraging these insights helps organizations make informed decisions, optimize their efforts, and demonstrate impact to donors and members, thereby increasing transparency and support. Our team can set up analytics tools and data management processes that provide you with actionable insights, drive informed decisions, and capture your impact. Want to see how well your organization is leveraging data? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment to discover where you stand and how you can better harness analytics to drive impact.

Are you growing and looking for technology solutions to support your growth?

As organizations grow, scalable technology solutions are crucial for managing increased demands and expanding services. Implementing the right technology facilitates growth by enhancing operational efficiency, improving communication, and ensuring the organization can meet the needs of a larger community or membership base. With our support, you can confidently scale your operations, knowing that your technology infrastructure can handle the increased complexity and demands. Curious about how your organization stacks up? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment.

Do you struggle with integrating technology systems across silos and workflows?

Integration issues can hinder your organization’s efficiency. Effective integration ensures seamless data flow, reduces manual processes and errors, and boosts productivity, allowing your staff to focus on mission-critical activities instead of administrative tasks. Our team can help you streamline and integrate your systems, improving workflow, data sharing, communication and overall productivity. Ready to find out if your technology can support your organization’s growth? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment to see how well you’re positioned for scalable success.

Do you need help selecting and implementing new technology solutions?

Investing in the wrong technology can cost your organization a lot of money and even more precious time. These costs can leave you stuck with the wrong system once data is integrated. Expert guidance ensures organizations make strategic technology investments that align with their mission, streamline operations, improve engagement, and enhance program effectiveness. Our strategic advice and hands-on support ensure you choose the right technologies that drive impact and align with your mission. Want to ensure your technology investments are on the right track? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment to evaluate how well your current systems align with your mission and goals.

Is your organization struggling with data security and compliance?

Data security and compliance are particularly critical for funders and organizations handling sensitive information about donors, members, and beneficiaries. Ensuring robust security measures and compliance protects this information, builds trust with stakeholders, and prevents potential legal and financial repercussions. We can help you define and implement robust security measures that ensure your technology practices comply with industry standards and regulations. Want to know if your security measures are up to standard? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment to evaluate your data protection and compliance practices.

Do you need technology leadership but you’re facing budget constraints?

Budget constraints should not prevent organizations from accessing high-level technology leadership. Without such leadership, organizations may face fragmented technology systems, security vulnerabilities, inefficient use of resources, and missed opportunities for scale and innovation. Fractional CTO services can provide the necessary strategic guidance and expertise at a fraction of the cost of a dedicated resource, ensuring organizations can leverage top-tier technology insights to drive innovation and mission success. Wondering if your organization could benefit from an embedded technology executive? Take our FREE Nonprofit Technology Assessment to find out how well your current systems support your mission and growth.