How to build a purpose-driven partnership strategy

Strong partnerships, the kind that persevere and flourish have one thing in common: they’re purpose-aligned. I recently spoke at The Partnership Conference which brings together companies and causes to rethink partnerships. My session was all about creating mutually beneficial, lasting partnerships between nonprofits and for-profits (such as sponsorship, community investment, and cause marketing programs). I […]

Corporations: Here’s 3 tips to make the most of your non-profit partnerships

Last month our president, Shelley Mayer hosted a panel at The Corporate Partnership Conference in Toronto. The panel ‘Getting to the heart of successful partnerships in conversation with TELUS and Kids’ Health Links,’ explored the relationship between charity, Kids’ Health Links Foundation, and its long-time corporate partner TELUS. Overall, the whole day echoed the idea […]

Federation leaders of top non-profits share insights & challenges – Part 2

Earlier this year, we hosted a Federation Leaders’ Knowledge Exchange. It was a great night of valuable conversations and insights from key leaders of federated non-profits (these are non-profits with national, provincial and/or local offices, each operating as separate legal entities but most commonly under one brand/banner). Leading up to the event, we asked each […]