IT SUPPORT FOR CHARITIES AND NOT-FOR-PROFITS IN CHESHIRE
Reliable IT solutions so your team can get on with the work that matters
At Amita, we deliver specialist IT services that keep these organisations secure, efficient, and focused on making an impact. We support charities with technology that works for them.
20+ years experience
24/7 support 365 days a year
1 hour business critical response
95% client retention record
Why charity IT is different
Charities need the same IT as any other organisation, with less money, more volunteers and more responsibility for other people’s information. These are the problems we see most often.
Tight budgets and one-off funding
Grants often cover equipment but not the support that keeps it working. We keep monthly costs clear, and we only recommend what you actually need. We make our money from support, not from selling hardware, so you will not be steered towards kit you do not need.
Looking after donor and beneficiary data
You may hold personal details about donors, supporters and sometimes vulnerable people. UK GDPR applies to charities just as it does to businesses, and the Charity Commission expects trustees to take reasonable steps to protect the charity from cyber crime. We put the basics in place: secure logins, protected email, backups that work and up-to-date devices. We explain it in plain English, so trustees know where they stand.
Volunteers, shared devices and personal laptops
People come and go, and some use their own laptops or phones. Shared logins are common. The National Cyber Security Centre has pointed out that reliance on volunteers and personal devices makes charities harder to protect. We set up separate logins and limit what each person can see, so access is easy to give and easy to take away.
Nobody in charge of IT
Often the job falls to an office manager or a trustee who has other things to do. We act as your IT team. You get one number to call, 24/7 cover and a response within one hour for business critical problems.
Our IT Services for UK Charities
Help when you need it, from everyday problems to urgent faults. We also keep an eye on your systems in the background, so many problems are fixed before you notice them. See our IT support packages.
Secure access to your files from the office, from home or from a charity shop back room. We handle cloud migration, cloud backup and Microsoft 365 support.
Protection against phishing, ransomware and scam emails, plus staff training so your people know what to look out for. We can also guide you through Cyber Essentials certification.
If a laptop is lost or your systems go down, you need your records back quickly. We plan for that now, so it is not a crisis later. See also business continuity.
Reliable phones for staff, volunteers and helplines, with lower running costs than traditional lines.
Practical tools built around how your charity works, such as volunteer rotas, case records or simple reporting.
Customer success stories
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does IT support cost for a small charity?
It depends on how many people you have, how many devices and how much support you need. We agree a clear monthly price with you before we start, and there are no long contracts. Take a look at our IT support packages or get in touch for a price based on your set-up.
What are the big cybersecurity risks for not-for-profit companies?
Not-for-profit organisations often face risks such as phishing attacks, data breaches, and ransomware. Because charities handle sensitive donor and beneficiary information, any security lapse can lead to loss of trust and legal consequences.
Maintaining up-to-date protections and staff awareness is incredibly important when it comes to reducing these risks.
How do you know if managed IT services are the right choice for your organisation?
If your UK charity struggles with limited IT resources, frequent technical issues, or concerns about data security, managed IT services could be a good fit. They provide proactive monitoring, expert support, and cost predictability, helping you avoid downtime and focus more on your mission.
We only have a few staff. Are we too small for managed IT support?
No. We agree support around what you have and what you can afford, whether that is five laptops or fifty.
What should we do if we think we have been hit by a cyber attack or scam?
Stop using the affected device, do not pay anything, and call us straight away on 0800 689 0008. If personal data may be involved, you may need to report it to the Information Commissioner’s Office. Trustees should also check whether the incident needs to be reported to the Charity Commission, and attempted fraud can be reported to Action Fraud. We can help you work out what happened and what to do next.No. We agree support around what you have and what you can afford, whether that is five laptops or fifty.
Talk to someone who understands charity IT
Tell us what is going wrong or what you want to improve, and we will tell you what we would do.