
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Description</h2>



<p>Solving community issues and creating social change often requires nonprofits, government and business to work together. Collective action and collaboration can achieve greater outcomes, but it also takes work.This lesson uses case studies to examine strategies, advantages and disadvantages of collaboration.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Watch.Learn.Practice.&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Learn quick tips and best practices by watching the five short clips from the presentation. You may also watch the complete presentation if you&#8217;d like more information.&nbsp;</p>



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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Cooperation, Coordination &amp; Collaboration</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/Cs1n83NnBnQ"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Cooperation.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>



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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Strategic Considerations to Collaborate</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/C5Q_Jdk1m3U"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Strat%20Considerations.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Finding Nonprofit Partners</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/uQjcp8IQNxc"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Np%20Partners.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>



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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Finding Government Agency Partners</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/wP85q9mKOMg"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Govt%20Partners.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Finding Business Partners</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/2HFC_HxhoXA"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Biz%20Partners.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>



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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Getting Started in Collaboration</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/5I-VDLz1ZD8"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Gettign%20Started.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center wp-block-heading">Creating the Collaborative</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter"><a href="https://youtu.be/srS6e5C3vdM"><img decoding="async" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Creating.jpg" alt=""/></a></figure></div></div>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Worksheets &amp; Assessments</h2>



<p>Complete our related worksheets and assessments to take start implementing what you&#8217;ve learned.&nbsp;</p>



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<li><a data-internal-link="true" href="https://coloradononprofits.org/resources/assessing-motivations-to-engage-in-strategic-alliances/">Assess motivations</a>&nbsp;&#8211; identify your organizations motivations and priorities for engaging in a partnership</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Case Studies</h2>



<p>Discover impactful collaborations that are working together to solve a common issue.&nbsp;</p>



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<li>Search&nbsp;<a href="https://learning.candid.org/collaboration/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Foundation Center&#8217;s Collaboration Directory</a></li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Additional Resources</h2>



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<li><a href="http://ctb.ku.edu/en/creating-and-maintaining-partnerships" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Community Toolbox</a>, University of Kansas &#8211; This toolkit covers in-depth information on creating and maintaining partnerships, as well as five examples of successful partnerships</li>



<li><a href="https://www.serve.gov/?q=site-page/council-resources" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">White House Council for Community Solutions</a>&nbsp;&#8211; Browse a number of resources on collaborations, including a toolkit, white paper, and case studies</li>



<li><a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/human-rights-and-community-partnerships/our-offices/strategic-partnerships.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Office of Strategic Partnerships</a>&nbsp;&#8211; DOSP provides trainings and workshops on nonprofit-government partnerships</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>About the Presenter</h2>



<p><img decoding="async" alt="" src="https://coloradononprofits.org/sites/default/files/attachments/Renny-headshot.png">Renny Fagan is the President and CEO of Colorado Nonprofit Association. Renny served as state legislator, Colorado Department of Revenue director, deputy attorney general, and U.S. Senator Ken Salazar’s state director. His board service includes National Council of Nonprofits, Mile High United Way, Colorado Channel Authority and Metro Denver Leadership Foundation.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Full Presentation</h2>



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