Beyond Sponsorship: Building Purpose-Driven Partnerships for Lasting Impact
Purpose-driven partnerships are more than transactional sponsorships — they are collaborations built on shared values and long-term impact. Organisations that invest in mission-aligned partnerships can diversify revenue, unlock new opportunities, and strengthen community trust.
In this workshop, participants will explore practical approaches to building partnerships with corporations, foundations, community groups, and other stakeholders. You’ll learn how to move beyond short-term contributions to develop collaborative relationships that integrate philanthropy, engagement, and shared purpose — creating results that benefit both your organisation and your partners.
100% Online
3 Hours
AU $300
What to Expect
- Real-world examples of successful purpose-driven partnerships
- Frameworks for assessing alignment and mutual value
- Tools to diversify revenue streams through strategic collaboration
- Interactive exercises to map partnership opportunities
Intended Audience
Leaders, fundraisers, partnership managers, board members, and representatives from corporate and community organisations seeking to build sustainable, mutually beneficial collaborations.
Learning Outcomes
- Beyond Sponsorships – Understand how to create partnerships built on mission and shared purpose.
- Revenue Diversification – Explore strategies to strengthen financial sustainability through diverse partnerships.
- Collaboration in Action – Learn tools to foster long-term partnerships that go beyond financial support.
- Measuring Mutual Value and Social Impact – Apply techniques to assess and sustain partnerships with long-term benefit.
About Workshop Facilitator
Heather Hamilton
Founder, Advfinity
Heather is a senior executive with 30+ years of international experience in the for-purpose sector, including education advancement. She brings deep expertise in integrated advancement, having led strategic initiatives across stakeholder engagement, alumni strategy, partnerships, philanthropy, and institutional marketing and communications in Australia, Asia, and Canada.
As the founder of Advfinity, she partners with purpose-driven organisations to develop strategies and frameworks that increase engagement and support sustainable funding models.
