April 16, 2015

Closing the Feedback Loop: Evaluation and Adaptation in Collaborative Resource Management

The sourcebook was developed by Ann Moote in coordination with a project team of the following organizations: Ecological Restoration Institute, Forest Guild, National Forest Foundation, USFS Ecosystem Services and National Partnership Office, Watershed Research and Training Center, and Sustainable Northwest.

April 9, 2015

Grants and Agreements: Roles, Tools, Process & Selecting Your Partnership

This presentation was presented by U.S. Forest Service Grants & Agreements staff during the 2014 Virtual Partnership Conference.

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April 8, 2015

A Roadmap for Collaboration Before, During and After the NEPA Process

Working together in a collaborative environment is more important than ever to both the Forest Service and the public. However, there is often a knowledge gap between the lead agency and stakeholders; each use their own language and have their own set of expectations. The National Forest Foundation is pleased to announce the publication of a new tool intended to bridge the gap in a clear, concise and usable way by identifying opportunities and presenting techniques for collaboration.

April 8, 2015

Tracking in-kind contributions and volunteer time

This tool will help you recognize the value of in-kind, or non-cash contributions and donations to your organization or collaborative.

April 8, 2015

Stages of Collaborative Development

This grid outlines the four stages of collaborative development - formation, foundation, fruition, and future. This tool will be helpful to any budding - or mature - collaborative group.

April 8, 2015

Measuring Results - Developing an Outcome-Based Monitoring Plan with Measurable Indicators and Targets

It is increasingly important to measure the impact of programs and projects, especially those involving collaboration, in order to practice adaptive management and demonstrate and communicate success to stakeholders involved in the collaborative process, the greater community, and potential funders. The purpose of this information sheet is to help collaborative groups develop outcomes and measurable indicators and targets. The companion to this tool is the "Outcome-Indicator Form."

April 8, 2015

Measuring Results - Outcome-Indicator Form

This form is a companion to the tool titled "Developing an Outcome-Based Monitoring Plan with Measurable Indicators and Targets."

April 8, 2015

Important Questions for a Collaborative Process

This tool is ideal to guide the start-up or launch phase of a collaborative group or effort.

April 8, 2015

Fiscal Sponsorship - Doing it Right

Fiscal sponsorship can go beyond just managing money and providing a vehicle for fundraising—fiscal sponsors can also provide legal, administrative, and programmatic oversight. The services a fiscal sponsor provides depend on your needs and the practices of the sponsoring organization. This tool helps develop a good fiscal sponsorship relationship.

April 8, 2015

Factors Influencing Successful Collaboration

This evaluation form is useful for collaborative groups desiring to self-assess collaborative success.

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Closing the Feedback Loop: Evaluation and Adaptation in Collaborative Resource Management

Grants and Agreements: Roles, Tools, Process & Selecting Your Partnership

A Roadmap for Collaboration Before, During and After the NEPA Process

Tracking in-kind contributions and volunteer time

Stages of Collaborative Development

Measuring Results - Developing an Outcome-Based Monitoring Plan with Measurable Indicators and Targets

Measuring Results - Outcome-Indicator Form

Important Questions for a Collaborative Process

Fiscal Sponsorship - Doing it Right

Factors Influencing Successful Collaboration