Are You a Convener, Catalyst, Conduit, or Funder?
Saying yes to a partnership signals that you’ve assessed whether your organization should have a role in a partnership, and are ready to work with other organizations to address a community need.
What role does your organization typically play in a partnership?
Do you enjoy bringing together the right partners?
Are you good at building momentum?
Do you thrive in keeping everyone in the loop?
Or are you good at securing funding?
The role your organization plays should support the partnership in being well-organized, adequately resourced, and effectively managed.
Let’s break down the four roles commonly found in a partnership:
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