Pathways to Partnerships and Funding: Building Networks, Opening Doors

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Pathways to Partnerships and Funding: Building Networks, Opening Doors

Thursday, March 5, 2026 (1:00 PM - 4:30 PM) (EST)

Description

Join us for a deep dive into the importance, benefits and practical application of collaboration and building solid partnerships with other nonprofits. Nonprofits First and Extraordinary Charities are proud to present a summit filled with the tools and information to keep our nonprofit sector thriving. This combined collaboration workshop and funders' panel will set your organization up for success throughout the coming year!

Funder's Panel moderated by Eric Roby, CEO of The Fuller Center

Our Panelists Include:

Lisa Williams-Taylor, Children's Services Council
Taruna Malhotra, Palm Beach County
Lisa LaFrance, The LaFrance Project
Jillian Vukusich, Lost Tree Foundation

About the Presentation: Carla Harris, CEO The People Institute

The session will focus on building effective partnerships and collaborations within the nonprofit sector and is designed to support nonprofit leaders in moving beyond informal collaboration toward intentional, strategic partnerships that strengthen mission impact and organizational sustainability.

Session focus includes:

• Understanding the role of partnerships in nonprofit growth and capacity building

• Identifying when collaboration is appropriate versus when it creates mission drift

• Assessing partnership readiness and organizational fit

• Clarifying expectations, roles, and accountability in partnerships

• Practical guidance on partnership structures, including when to use MOUs versus contracts

The session will emphasize real-world application, peer discussion, and practical tools participants can immediately apply within their organizations.