Strategic business planning and grant writing to maximise minority-led organisations.
Turning Meaningful Causes Into Lasting Impact
Why Choose SCS?
End-to-end Approach
I understand that no two organisations are the same, which is why I provide a personalised, end-to-end approach to every project. From the initial stages to the end of the project and beyond to future opportunities, your project is always top-of-mind.
Community-minded
I firmly believe that collaboration is the key to a successful business. As such, I embody the philosophy of bringing people together to foster belonging and empower communities.
Tailored Services & Solutions
I understand that in business, time is precious. That’s why I provide dynamic consultations. Whether over Zoom, the phone or via email, I’ll work with your business in a way that works for you.
Free Consultations
I want you to make the best decisions for your organisation and offer free consultations to help customers nationwide. Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to chat with me about your grant or business development needs.
Welcome to Samuham Community Solutions
Named after the Malayalam word "Samuham" (സമൂഹം) meaning "society" or "community”, Samuham Community Solutions (SCS) specialises in designing systems that promote equity and remove barriers to success. Located in Melbourne but assisting clients nationwide, SCS provides a range of tailored business planning and grant writing services to clients in various sectors.
From helping organisations draft fundraising strategies to assisting with policy and governance for not-for-profits, you can rely on SCS to streamline your workflows. Reach out to founder, Prema, for a 30-minute chat today.
About Prema
Hi, I’m Prema, founder of Samuham Community Solutions. With over 15 years of experience, I am dedicated to creating equitable systems that aim to remove barriers that hinder organisational success.
In particular, I am passionate about helping minority-led organisations across Australia promote sustainability and expansion within their organisation. My experience working across various departments, including HR, finance, and IT, has provided me with a holistic understanding of overall business operations and workflows. Experiencing these departments and how they operate fuels my passion for creating sustainable, inclusive solutions that make a real difference.
Testimonials
Hear from some of my clients below to understand how my expertise has helped transform their Australian businesses.
“As a small charity without the budget for a business development and fundraising consultant, we approached Prema with a project that would build our internal capacity to seek funding confidently and efficiently. Prema was a pleasure to work with, very proactive and insightful. Her breadth of community experience was immediately apparent, providing confidence that her service represented excellent value for money. We anticipate ongoing collaboration with Prema.”
— Christopher Douglas, Rite Mentoring, VIC.
“Beyond her professional skills, Prema Menon is a pleasure to work with. She is responsive, collaborative, and always go above and beyond to ensure our needs are met. Her positive attitude and commitment to our cause make her a valuable asset to our organization we look forward to collaborate with her in the future.”
— Abdirisak Ali, Comfort Care Services Pty Ltd, NSW.
“We have engaged Prema to assist us in writing a proposal to a potential client. From the moment we spoke to Prema to the final report, Prema was very clear in her communication and provided us with valuable advice in relation to a proposal. She has also set the project plan, where we knew when the information had to be provided and she was very quick to respond. If you are looking for a professional proposal writer, I would highly recommend Prema.”
— Igor Likhorovitch, Takes Care of Books, NSW.
“We would highly recommend the services of Samuham Community Solutions. Prema delivered an amazing service, her communication was clear and concise.”
— Linda Rees-Mogg, Squared Away Inc, WA.
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Schedule an online consultation or contact me on 0456 130 666 to explore how Samuham Community Solutions can support your organisation’s goals.
Samuham Community Solutions acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.