Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy Training Course

Introduction

Corporate partnerships and philanthropy offer significant opportunities for both businesses and nonprofits to achieve shared goals and create positive social impact. This Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy training course equips you with the knowledge and skills to develop and manage successful collaborations between corporations and nonprofits. Learn how to identify potential partners, build mutually beneficial relationships, design impactful programs, and measure the success of your partnerships. This corporate philanthropy training is crucial for professionals seeking to leverage the resources and expertise of both sectors to drive positive change. This course covers key areas like partnership development, program design, communication strategies, and impact measurement, empowering you to become a skilled partnership manager.

Duration

5 days

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

• Nonprofit Professionals: Individuals responsible for developing and managing corporate partnerships.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Professionals: Individuals working in CSR departments within corporations.
• Fundraising Professionals: Individuals seeking to diversify funding streams for nonprofit organizations.
• Business Leaders: Individuals interested in exploring corporate philanthropy and partnerships.
• Anyone seeking to build effective corporate-nonprofit collaborations: Professionals and individuals committed to driving social impact.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits and challenges of corporate partnerships and philanthropy.
• Identify potential corporate partners that align with their organization's mission.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners.
• Design and implement impactful collaborative programs.
• Develop effective communication strategies to promote partnerships.
• Measure and evaluate the success of corporate partnerships.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations of corporate partnerships.
• Negotiate mutually beneficial agreements.

Course Modules

• Introduction to Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy:
  • Defining corporate partnerships and philanthropy.
  • The motivations and benefits for corporations and nonprofits.
  • Different models of corporate-nonprofit collaboration.
  • The evolving landscape of corporate social responsibility.
• Identifying and Researching Potential Partners:
  • Identifying corporations that align with the organization's mission and values.
  • Researching corporate philanthropic priorities and giving guidelines.
  • Understanding corporate culture and business practices.
  • Developing a prospect list and prioritizing potential partners.
• Building Relationships with Corporate Partners:
  • Cultivating relationships with key decision-makers within corporations.
  • Communicating the organization's value proposition effectively.
  • Building trust and rapport with corporate representatives.
  • Networking and attending industry events.
• Designing Mutually Beneficial Programs:
  • Developing program proposals that address shared goals.
  • Defining clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
  • Creating a budget and outlining resource needs.
  • Ensuring program sustainability.
• Communication and Marketing Strategies:
  • Developing a communication plan to promote the partnership.
  • Utilizing various communication channels (e.g., social media, press releases, website).
  • Crafting compelling narratives and stories.
  • Engaging stakeholders and the public.
• Measuring and Evaluating Partnership Impact:
  • Developing a monitoring and evaluation framework.
  • Tracking program progress and outcomes.
  • Measuring the social and business impact of the partnership.
  • Reporting results to stakeholders.
• Legal and Ethical Considerations:
  • Understanding legal requirements for corporate partnerships.
  • Addressing potential conflicts of interest.
  • Ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Adhering to ethical guidelines and best practices.
• Negotiating and Managing Partnership Agreements:
  • Developing a partnership agreement that outlines roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
  • Negotiating mutually beneficial terms and conditions.
  • Managing the partnership effectively.
  • Resolving conflicts and addressing challenges.

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank