| Partnership Type | Description | Benefits |
| Non-profit organizations | Collaborations with non-profit organizations that have complementary missions, expertise, or resources | · Access to local networks and knowledge · Increased legitimacy and trust within communities · Shared resources and expertise |
| Government agencies | Partnerships with government agencies at the local, regional, or national level | · Access to funding and policy support · Increased credibility and influence · Opportunities for scale and replication |
| Academic institutions | Collaborations with universities, research centers, or educational institutions | · Access to research and innovation capabilities · Talent recruitment and development · Validation and dissemination of the impact |
| Corporations | Partnerships with private sector companies that share a commitment to social or environmental impact | · Access to business expertise and resources · Increased visibility and market access · Potential for joint product or service development |
| Social enterprise networks | Participation in networks or associations of social enterprises that share best practices, resources, and support | · Peer learning and support · Collective advocacy and influence · Opportunities for collaboration and scale |