In DRF’s understanding of the term, a partnership is a collaborative effort of two or more organizations, where each organization has been involved in the design of the project, and each organization has specific roles and responsibilities in project implementation and evaluation. The partnership must be mutually beneficial to participating organizations, and all partnering organizations must be aware that such a partnership exists.
For small grants, which do not need to have a partner to apply, a partnership would be two or more. Mid-Level or National Coalition grants require a Coalition of three or more organizations, where the Coalition is conceived and led by an OPD. Organizations applying for partnership grants through DRF will be required to submit supporting documentation.