Collaborations with the private sector are increasingly essential for nonprofits to survive and thrive. Similarly, as nonprofit managers look to these new resources, the author reports a surge of business leaders eager to forge alliances with nonprofits for their own benefit. Each sector is working to create possibilities that further their respective missions.

This book presents 15 case studies and offers real-life lessons on how to seek out potential partners and structure collaborations. An enhanced understanding is formed of the true nature of collaboration by identifying the potential pitfalls and points for leverage, and offering management strategies that work in bringing different organizations together.

CONTENTS
Foreword.
Preface.
The Strategic Benefits of Alliances.
Understanding Strategic Collaboration.
Making the Connection.
Ensuring Strategic Fit.
Generating Value.
Managing the Relationship.
Collaboration Drivers and Enablers: Jumpstart and American Eagle Outfitters. Guidelines for Collaborating Successfully.
Notes.
The Author.
Index.

Collaborations with the private sector are increasingly essential for nonprofits to survive and thrive. Similarly, as nonprofit managers look to these new resources, the author reports a surge of business leaders eager to forge alliances with nonprofits for their own benefit. Each sector isworking to create possibilities that further their respective missions.