Public Intersection Project
Managing the Relationships
Publications
Local governments accomplish many public purposes by working through nonprofits. However, some attributes that make nonprofits attractive partners present challenges to their successful operation. Three SOG educators suggest ways for government to help nonprofits build their operating capacity.
Everyone wants guidance in making tough funding decisions. This article describes six questions that local officials should consider in designing a funding process for nonprofits.
Contracts are the most common vehicles for partnerships between local governments and nonprofits. Both sectors need to understand these contracts? requirements and limitations.
Are the ties that bind local governments and nonprofits as strong as they could be? Survey data and interviews offer insights, identify obstacles, and provide ideas on how to improve those relationships.