Core Business Information
CiCo Consulting provides hands-on funding and strategy expertise for charities, social enterprises, and small businesses across the UK and Ireland. We specialise in expert grant writing, identifying opportunities, and comprehensive Social Return on Investment (SROI) measurement. Whether your VCSE organisation in Northern Ireland needs bespoke strategic planning or mentoring, we help secure vital funds and achieve lasting growth.
Offerings & Specialties
CiCo Consulting provides professional and practical management consultancy that goes beyond traditional services. We are the hands-on funding and strategy experts for social enterprises, charities, and small businesses across the UK and Ireland.  We work with a wide range of organisations, including voluntary groups, community organisations, and VCSEs. Our services focus on three main pillars: Funding Support, Strategic & Organisational Development, and Mentoring, Training & Advisory.
Funding Support and Grant Writing
Our primary focus is helping your organisation secure the funding you need. With over 15 years of experience in the field, we offer a hands-on, comprehensive approach. We don't just advise; we act as your partner to find and win grants.
- Grant Writing Services: We proactively identify relevant opportunities and write compelling funding applications on your behalf, providing end-to-end support from needs assessment to submission.
- Interactive Funding: Access our "Funding i" online hub, a dedicated community for charities and changemakers. This hub offers expert funding strategies, exclusive funding opportunities, and essential networking to build your confidence and knowledge.
Strategic & Organisational Development
We help you build a robust foundation for sustained growth and success. We provide specialist support to develop and implement effective strategies and policies.
- Business Planning & Strategy: We create detailed business plans and strategic plans, conduct economic appraisals and evaluations, and provide support for overall organisational growth and development.
- Governance Support: We assist with governance and policy development to ensure your organisation is well-managed and compliant.
Impact Measurement & Mentoring
We believe it's crucial to not only achieve your goals but also prove your value and social impact to funders and stakeholders.
- Impact Reporting: Our expertise includes Social Return on Investment (SROI), a key service that helps you measure and communicate the social and environmental value your work creates.
- Mentoring & Training: We are a hands-on team, offering one-on-one mentoring to help micro and small businesses address complex challenges. We also provide a suite of bespoke online training courses and expert advisory services designed to enhance your team’s skills and long-term viability.
About Us and Our Team
We are a professional and practical management consultancy committed to going 'over and above' for the organisations we serve across the UK and Ireland. Our founder, Ciaran, has more than 15 years of experience in the sector, bringing a depth of knowledge and a personal, hands-on approach to every client.
We built this company on the belief that purposeful organisations, from social enterprises and charities to small businesses, deserve expert support that is both strategic and empathetic. We don't just provide solutions; we act as a partner to help you navigate complex challenges and seize growth opportunities.
Our passion lies in empowering you to make a real difference. Whether we're helping you secure vital funding, measure your social impact, or develop a robust strategic plan, we are dedicated to delivering results. We are more than consultants; we are an extension of your team, working tirelessly to help you achieve your mission and ensure your long-term success.
We don't just advise; we partner with you to secure funding and build lasting organisational growth.
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