I work directly with NGOs, non-profits, and the organizations behind them. No middlemen, no templates, no bloat. Just software that fits how your organization works.
9 years building for StARS, LivingHope, and a dozen organizations like them. see the work →
About
I've spent the last decade building software with organizations that don't have time for vanity projects, including Saint Andrew's Refugee Services (StARS), where I saw firsthand how much an NGO's work hinges on the systems behind it.
Selected Work
Replaced manual coordination with a structured digital platform: REDCap data flows into custom dashboards, freeing the team from spreadsheets and giving leadership a clear, real-time view of patient interactions.
Internal tool, not available for public access. Details available on request.
Rebuilt Saint Andrew's digital presence: replaced a static HTML site with a SvelteKit PWA, cutting page load from 8 s to 1.2 s (85% faster). Integrated online giving (Stripe); first 3 months saw 40% increase in digital donations. Built volunteer sign-up flow that reduced coordinator admin time by 6 hrs/week.
Centralized program data and donor reporting in one platform with automated n8n pipelines: reduced manual data entry by ~80% and shortened reporting turnaround from weeks to days.
Designed and deployed LivingHope's case management system: migrated 3 years of paper records to a structured digital database, reducing intake time from 45 min to 12 min per beneficiary. Automated monthly donor reports: team reclaimed 8 hrs/month previously spent on manual spreadsheet work.
Built Birth Guardians' community platform and resource hub: onboarded 200+ families in first 6 weeks. Implemented automated appointment reminders via WhatsApp integration: reduced no-show rate from 34% to 11%. Self-hosted on their own VPS, cutting recurring SaaS costs by $340/month.
Technology
Client Feedback
Before the system was built, our intake process took 45 minutes per case. It now takes 12. That time goes back to the people we serve. Abdelfatah understood what we needed operationally, and delivered it without disruption to our team.
The screening platform Abdelfatah built handles patient records across multiple countries. It's reliable, our field staff can use it without training overhead, and when something needs to change, he responds quickly. That matters when you're working across time zones.
Scope & Investment
I work with NGOs, non-profits, and mission-driven teams. Every engagement starts with a short call — I don't quote blind.
We map your tools, workflows, and pain points. You walk away with a prioritized roadmap you can act on, with or without me.
A single-scope project with clear deliverables and a fixed timeline. Common starting points:
Custom design · Mobile-first · CMS-ready · SEO setup
3–6 connected tools · Custom n8n build · End-to-end testing · Handover docs
Linux + Docker · Nginx + SSL · Monitoring & backups · 1–3 days
End-to-end build of the system that runs your organization: dashboards, integrations, reporting, and automation. Scoped from a discovery call.
Discovery & scoping · Custom web app · Data dashboards & reporting · Docs + team handover
Multiple connected workflows · Custom business logic · Error handling & monitoring · Team documentation
LLM / AI API integration · Structured data pipelines · Automated reporting · Scoped timeline
NGOs I've worked with consistently recover this investment in staff time within the first year. The cost of not having clean systems is real — it just shows up in hours, not invoices.
Book a Discovery CallOngoing development, fixes, and improvements after launch. Like having a part-time developer without the overhead of a hire.
Detailed Breakdown
Typical ranges by project type. Final scope confirmed on a discovery call.
Fast, custom-built sites. No templates.
Starter / Landing Page
$1,500 – $4,500
Business Website
$4,500 – $10,000
Donor-Ready NGO Site
$4,500 – $12,000
Ranges are starting points. Actual investment depends on scope, integrations, and timeline. Let's scope it together →
All projects start with a 20-minute discovery call. Automation and self-hosting can be added to any build. Delivery can be phased to align with grant disbursement cycles.
Before you reach out
You do, fully. On handoff you receive the complete source code with no licensing fees, vendor lock-in, or ongoing dependency on me to keep things running. The codebase is yours to extend, hand to another developer, or self-host however you like.
Typically 40% upfront to begin, 40% at the midpoint milestone, and 20% on final delivery. For larger engagements we can split into more phases aligned with your grant disbursement cycle. Just let me know early and we'll structure it accordingly.
Yes. I issue formal invoices with itemised line items, project descriptions, and the detail level most grant auditors require. I'm also happy to align invoice dates with your reporting periods or provide supporting documentation if your funder needs it.
A professional website or landing page usually takes 2–3 weeks. A custom dashboard or automation system runs 4–8 weeks depending on scope. I'll give you a clear timeline before we start, and I stick to it.
Yes. Every project includes a 30-day post-launch support window for bug fixes and minor adjustments at no extra cost. For ongoing maintenance, content updates, or feature additions, we can agree a simple monthly retainer.
Possibly. I work with a handful of mission-driven organisations on flexible terms each year. If your work aligns and your timeline isn't rushed, reach out and we'll find a structure that makes sense.
Contact
Send a message, book a call, or just say hi. I reply within 24 hours and I'll be honest if I'm not the right fit for what you need.
Working with a capacity-building grant? Payment plans are available. Mention it when you reach out.