Partnership Program
Become a Foundation Partner Organization
Magnify your impact through collaboration! We equip local nonprofits with funding needed to bring their missions to life.
Our Impact is Bigger Together
We invest our resources directly into the nonprofits making a difference right in our own backyard.In exchange for financial support and program benefits, our partners help us collect the gently used clothing, shoes, and household items that fund our shared mission.
Benefits + Engagement*
True partnership thrives on mutual support. You help collect clothing donations and promote our work, and we provide the funding, resources, and training to help you grow your capacity and sustainability.
Benefit Programs
How We Support Our Partners
Donation Credits
Earn financial credit for your mission when you and your supporters donate gently used apparel and accessories to our stores.
Care Cards
Empower your clients with dignity. Receive quarterly allotments of $25 thrift store vouchers to distribute to individuals and families in need of clothing and essentials.
Grant Programs
Secure reliable funding to expand your reach or bridge unexpected gaps. We offer strategic 10X Impact grants for growth and Relief grants for emergencies.
Education + Resources
Partner with us to build your team's capacity through quarterly leadership training and stretch your budget with exclusive, discounted rates on essential business services.
*Access to programs and engagement requirements may vary depending on partnership type and overall engagement
Engagement
How Our Partners Support Us
Donations
Help generate funding for our partner programs by hosting donation drives, utilizing collection bins, and encouraging your network to bring gently used apparel to our stores.
Promotion
Amplify our shared mission by promoting the partnership across your communication channels and collaborating with us to co-create powerful stories of community impact.
Store Visits
Share your organization's impact with staff and shoppers by joining a morning team huddle and hosting an informational table at your local store.
Event Support
Connect with our community by volunteering your time during seasonal thrift store sales or representing your mission at special Foundation events.
Partnership types for all organizations
Find your perfect partnership fit. We know every organization is unique. We offer three distinct partnership tracks so you can choose the level of engagement that best aligns with your specific goals, values, and capacity.
Mission Partner: Designed for nonprofits whose core mission and organizational values deeply align with our faith-based focus on housing, food, and basic human needs. This track offers our most comprehensive level of funding and support.
Program Partner: Designed for organizations that may have a broader overall scope, but operate specific programs that align with our focus areas. If you run a dedicated initiative to serve neighbors in need, this track is for you.
Donation Partner: Open to any organization—large or small, nonprofit or for-profit. This track is built for community groups looking to make a local impact primarily by hosting clothing drives, setting up collection bins, and generating donation support.
What to Expect (The Onboarding Process)
Once you submit your interest form, we follow a clear, supportive process designed to ensure strong alignment and set your organization up for success. Here is what happens next:
1
Welcome & Introductory Conversation
We will schedule a brief introductory conversation to learn more about your organization's mission and explore how a CommunityAid partnership can support your goals.
2
Organizational Assessment
Together, we will review your specific programs and operational needs so we can match you with the partnership track and resources that serve you best.
3
Partnership Initiation
You will receive a welcome email granting you access to the Partner Portal, your unique partner number, and the simple next steps to set up your account.
4
Partnership Activation
Once your final details are squared away, your partnership becomes officially active! You will gain immediate access to your full suite of program benefits.
5
Partnership Kickoff Meeting
To ensure your team feels confident and supported, we will host a kickoff meeting to answer your questions, walk through your new resources, and officially launch our partnership!
If you have questions before you apply or want to learn more about how we can support your mission, our team is ready to help. Reach out at partners@communityaid.org.
We’re excited to get to know you!
Complete the partnership interest form below to introduce yourself and begin the partnership application process.