The Seven Faces of Philanthropy
Explore the range of motivations and attitudes of individuals and organizations, which support the stewardship of our public lands. Learn how to distinguish between the 7 faces of partnership and philanthropy and the role each might play in supporting a partnership, their varied interests in recognition and the value of intellectual and emotional appeals. Gain […]
Entrepreneurship and Partnerships
Entrepreneurship is found throughout public agencies and nonprofits. Learn how to recognize the development of new products, services and ways of working in partnership that distinguish the actions of an entrepreneur. Dive into risk assessment and explore four strategies for managing the risk associated with partnership-driven activities. Discussion Questions: Describe a new product or service […]
Internal, Interpersonal and Group Dynamics in Collaboration
Discover the multiple dynamics in play when we work in collaboration with others. Learn about the predictable patterns that describe our own emotional reactions, and the dynamics of group behavior. Understand how we can tackle difficult situations by starting with ourselves. Discussion Questions: How do internal, interpersonal and group dynamics explain the “messiness” of collaboration? […]
Strategic Planning Process and Action
Strategic plans are used to guide the decision-making and actions of an agency or organization, a project or program and a partnership or partnership network. Strategic plans are a tool used to advance the mission, vision and values of an organization, program or partnership, adapt to changing circumstances and determine the people, infrastructure and resources […]
Accountability When Working with Partnerships
Explore the four elements of accountability: Effective Controls, Rules and Responsibilities, Time and Budget and Monitor and Evaluation. Learn how to translate these four elements into partnership actions focused on Communication, Teambuilding, Tracking and Troubleshooting and Learning and Sharing. Discussion Questions: What types of communication skills best serve partnerships? How do these skills strength accountability? […]
Principled Negotiation
Principled Negotiation Discover how to prepare, participate and debrief from a negotiation. Explore the circumstances, behavior and outcomes of five negotiating styles. Improve your understanding of how to conduct an interest-based or principled negotiation. Consider the benefits of this negotiation technique to community collaboration and partnership management. Discussion Questions: How might a negotiation provide […]
Nonprofit Fundraising and Public-Private Partnerships
Learn more about the various methods nonprofits use to attract financial support. Consider the top ten reasons individuals and organizations contribute to nonprofits. Increase your understanding of how nonprofit representatives use the term “fundraising” to mean a variety of activities that differ from the Federal Ethics definition of fundraising and how federal employees might support […]
Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA)
Learn about the use and management of FACA committees and their role in advising federal agencies and/or the President. Consider if your community collaboration outreach meets FACA criteria and if you are violation or a practitioner of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Explore four case study examples of alternatives to FACA management for community […]
Social Network Analysis
Explore how social networks complement formal organizational networks. Discover the value of mapping professional networks to collaboration, innovation and problem solving. Learn the lingo of social network analysis and the role each plays in communications: Central Connectors, Brokers, Experts, Rising Stars and Knowledge Keepers. Discussion Questions: How do social networks differ from the chain […]
Financial Management of Public Private Partnerships
Charitable campaigns designed to support the work of public/private partnerships are on the rise. Nonprofit partners are stepping forward to raise philanthropic funds for restoration, historic preservation, recreation areas, educational programs and facilities. These contributions are being directly invested in public resources managed by federal agencies. Learn more about managing public/private partnerships that feature fundraising […]
Fostering Public-Private Partnerships in Conservation
Part One: Introduction to 21 Partnership Success Factors and Historic Buildings as Capital Projects Part Two: Infrastructure and Utility Service Providers Capital Projects Part Three: Land and Easement Acquisitions as Capital Projects Part Four: Trust for the National Mall Volunteer and Corporate Partnerships Presenter: Paul Batlan, Financial Analyst, Conservation Partnerships Office of Financial Management, U.S. Department […]
Service First in Action
Service First operations are laying the foundation for inter-agency collaboration throughout the country. Learn what goes into developing and managing Service First operations. Consider the range of possibilities in leveraging the personnel and resources of federal agencies working together. Learn more about Service First. Discussion Questions: Are you involved in a Service First operation? How […]