Resource Library
Collaboration takes many forms, from informal partnerships to fully integrated mergers. Below are resources to help you explore the spectrum of inter-organizational collaboration, highlighting different models—such as networking, coordination, strategic alliances, and mergers—each requiring varying levels of trust, shared resources, and institutional commitment. Understanding where your land trust falls on this continuum can help identify the right approach to maximize impact, streamline efforts, and build stronger conservation outcomes. Whether you’re considering a simple partnership or a deeper integration, this resource provides a roadmap for effective collaboration.
One-pager about the Collaboration Continuum: The original Collaboration Continuum, which included Networking, Coordinating, Cooperating, and Collaborating, comes from Arthur T. Himmelman, Collaboration for a Change: Definitions, Decision‐making Models, Roles, and Collaboration Process Guide. January 2002, Himmelman Consulting, Minneapolis, MN.
Presentation about the Collaboration Spectrum: Courtesy of Murtha Cullina LLP
Managing Collaboration Risk: A guide from the Nonprofits Insurance Alliance