Partnership for Global Impact

Partnership commitments vary based on the nature and scope of collaboration. While we have partnerships ranging from short-term project-specific collaborations (3-6 months) to long-term strategic alliances spanning multiple years, we typically recommend a minimum one-year commitment to allow enough time for meaningful impact. Financial commitments also vary widely based on partnership type and goals. We work with partners to design collaborations that align with their capacity and objectives.

We select partners based on shared values, strategic alignment with our mission, operational capacity, and demonstrated commitment to ethical practices. Our due diligence process evaluates potential partners on several criteria including governance standards, financial health, technical expertise, local credibility, and track record. We prioritize organizations that complement our work and bring unique strengths, whether that's specialized knowledge, geographic presence, technical capabilities, or funding resources. All potential partners undergo a thorough vetting process aligned with our ethical standards.

Absolutely! We value partnerships with organizations of all sizes. In fact, local community-based organizations and smaller NGOs often bring critical local knowledge, community trust, and innovative approaches that are essential for effective implementation. We've designed several partnership models specifically for smaller organizations, including capacity-building partnerships where we provide not only funding but also technical assistance and organizational development support. We evaluate potential partnerships based on alignment and potential impact rather than size alone.

While specific reporting requirements vary by partnership type and scale, we generally establish clear, mutually agreed-upon reporting frameworks at the outset of each partnership. These typically include quarterly progress reports, financial accountings, and impact assessments against defined metrics. We emphasize meaningful evaluation over bureaucratic processes and work with partners to develop practical reporting methods that balance accountability with efficiency. Our monitoring and evaluation team provides templates, tools, and support to make reporting as straightforward as possible while still capturing essential data.

We welcome creative partnership ideas that advance our mission! The best way to propose a partnership is to complete our initial partnership inquiry form (available on this page) outlining your organization's background, the partnership concept, expected outcomes, and proposed contributions from each party. Our partnerships team reviews all submissions and will contact promising matches for further discussion. We particularly value proposals that bring innovative approaches to persistent challenges, leverage complementary strengths, or help us reach underserved populations with our programs.