To tackle rising costs as well as enhancing positive outcomes, charities are turning to partnership work. This research briefing examines the research surrounding what such partnerships can look like. It presents suggestions on what makes partnerships effective, as well as the potential challenges. Ultimately it argues that the key to a successful partnership is trust and clarity between the two organisations. It concludes that a successful partnership can create a greater, more efficient and localised impact upon communities. People Know How’s Connect Four network represents a good example how successful partnerships can be supported and initiated.
