Prompt Library: Partnership Development

Identifying Potential Partners

1. Partner Research Template:
   "Create a template for researching potential partners in [specific sector or community], including criteria like mission alignment, resources, and influence."

2. Community Asset Mapping Exercise:
   "Draft an activity to map community assets and identify organizations or businesses that could complement [nonprofit name]’s work."

3. Stakeholder Survey:
   "Write a survey to gather input from staff or board members on potential partners they believe align with [nonprofit name]’s mission."

4. Partnership Value Proposition:
   "Draft a value proposition statement to present to potential partners, outlining how collaboration with [nonprofit name] benefits both parties."

5. Ideal Partner Profile Template:
   "Develop a template to define the ideal partner for [nonprofit name], including characteristics like mission focus, community reach, and available resources."

6. Competitive Analysis Matrix:
   "Create a matrix to compare potential partners, evaluating their strengths, weaknesses, and alignment with [nonprofit name]’s goals."

7. Networking Event Outreach:
   "Write an email inviting potential partners to attend a networking event hosted by [nonprofit name] to explore collaboration opportunities."

8. Social Media Post for Partner Search:
   "Draft a social media post announcing [nonprofit name] is seeking partnerships in [specific area] and inviting organizations to connect."

Building Partnerships

1. Partnership Proposal Email:
   "Write an email introducing [nonprofit name] to a potential partner, highlighting shared goals and proposing a meeting to discuss collaboration."

2. Collaboration Agreement Outline:
   "Draft an outline for a collaboration agreement with a partner, including goals, responsibilities, and metrics for success."

3. First Meeting Agenda:
   "Create an agenda for an initial meeting with a potential partner to discuss shared goals and opportunities for collaboration."

4. Partnership Pitch Deck:
   "Write content for a pitch deck that introduces [nonprofit name] and showcases its mission, impact, and partnership opportunities."

5. Joint Campaign Idea:
   "Draft an idea for a joint campaign with a partner organization to address [specific cause], including objectives and roles for each partner."

6. Partnership Announcement Template:
   "Create a press release or email template to announce a new partnership with [specific organization], highlighting the collaboration’s goals."

7. Partner Welcome Package:
   "Develop a welcome package for new partners, including an introduction to [nonprofit name], shared goals, and next steps."

8. Funding Proposal for Collaborative Projects:
   "Draft a funding proposal template for projects that [nonprofit name] and a partner organization plan to execute together."

Maintaining and Growing Partnerships

1. Quarterly Partner Update Email:
   "Write a template for providing quarterly updates to partners on shared projects, including milestones and next steps."

2. Joint Impact Report Template:
   "Create a template for a joint impact report that showcases the results of a collaboration between [nonprofit name] and its partner."

3. Partner Recognition Email:
   "Draft a thank-you email to recognize a partner’s contributions to [specific program or campaign]. Highlight their impact and express gratitude."

4. Partner Appreciation Event Invitation:
   "Write an invitation to an appreciation event for partners, including details about the event and how it celebrates their contributions."

5. Collaborative Workshop Agenda:
   "Draft an agenda for a workshop co-hosted with a partner to address [specific issue or goal]. Include session topics and roles."

6. Renewal Proposal for Existing Partners:
   "Write a proposal to renew or extend an existing partnership, outlining past successes and future opportunities."

7. Conflict Resolution Guide for Partnerships:
   "Create a guide for resolving conflicts in partnerships, including communication strategies and steps to maintain trust."

8. Case Study on Successful Partnership:
   "Draft a case study highlighting a successful partnership with [specific organization], showcasing the collaboration’s outcomes and benefits."