Are there examples of foundation-sponsored convenings that have led to partnerships?
Foundations often convene community residents to promote collaboration around a specific issue or goal. While these convenings can be valuable as one-time events to share information and knowledge, in some cases they have served as starting points for lasting partnerships and multifaceted collaborations. Examples of foundation-sponsored convenings that have resulted in ongoing partnerships, and even new organizations, are provided below. The Consumer Health Foundation (CHF) funded a series of health care symposia in its service area to engage residents, health care providers, and policymakers in a dialogue aimed at increasing the quality, quantity, and accessibility of health care in the community. One result of these symposia was the creation of a partnership between health care activities and those working toward economic development. Recognizing the interconnectedness of place and health, this partnership worked to design and implement new health care strategies for community clinic
