Strategic Partnerships
Strategic Partnership Program
Our Strategic Partnership Program exists to strengthen the field of volunteer engagement through collaboration, resource-sharing, and mutual support. Rather than a transactional agreement, this program outlines how AL!VE works with aligned organizations to elevate the profession through joint communications, co-created content, cross-promotion, shared learning, and opportunities to innovate together.
Overview
AL!VE's strategic partnerships are meant to foster meaningful collaboration that benefits both organizations while strengthening the volunteer engagement profession. Partnerships focus on:
- Increasing visibility and reach through cross-promotion and shared communications.
- Sharing resources, tools, and research to strengthen organizational capacity.
- Providing learning and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborating on events, webinars, and sector initiatives.
- Amplifying the voice and impact of volunteer engagement at a national level.
Key Benefits
- Expanded visibility across national audiences.
- Access to shared resources and professional expertise.
- Opportunities to co-create events, webinars, and sector initiatives.
- Strengthened collaboration and credibility within the volunteer engagement profession.
Eligibility
Participation is open to any organization that aligns with AL!VE's mission and values. Organizations eligible for the program include:
- Associations, networks, and coalitions in the nonprofit, community engagement, social impact, governmental or volunteer sector.
- Academic institutions or research bodies focused on volunteer engagement.
- Training, professional development, or certification providers.
- Other mission-aligned organizations whose work advances the field of volunteer engagement.
Becoming a Partner
An official strategic partnership with AL!VE is non-financial and operates on shared commitments and mutual support. The structure is designed to be flexible and collaborative.
| AL!VE Commitment | Partner Organization Commitment |
|---|---|
| Feature partner announcements, programs, or resources in AL!VE newsletters when relevant. | Include AL!VE programs, resources, or announcements in partner newsletters when appropriate. |
| Share partner content on AL!VE social media channels. | Share AL!VE content via partner social media or communications. |
| Display partner logo or link on AL!VE partnership webpage. | Display AL!VE information or logo on partner platforms as agreed. |
| Invite partner participation in AL!VE webinars, events, or initiatives. | Offer opportunities for AL!VE to participate in partner events, trainings, or shared learning initiatives. |
| Explore collaboration opportunities for joint projects, research, or cross-training. | Explore joint programming, research, or co-created resources. |
| Invite partner to participate in AL!VE roundtables or advisory groups. | Offer AL!VE the opportunity to participate in communities, roundtables, or advisory groups. |
How to Join
- Submit a brief interest form describing mission, audience, and collaboration goals.
- If mission alignment is confirmed, AL!VE's Donor Engagement Committee will schedule a conversation to discuss collaboration areas.
- After a mutually beneficial verbal agreement, the organization will receive the Strategic Partnership Program Participant Guidelines to confirm participation.
Partnership Duration and Renewal
- Partnerships are effective from approval date through December 31 each year.
- AL!VE conducts an annual review in early December to confirm continued mutual benefit.
Ending the Partnership
Either party may end the partnership at any time with written notice, ideally 30 days in advance. ALIVE will update listings and close out shared initiatives as needed.