When I think about partnerships, I look for the potential for immense positive impact. Collaboration is when the endeavor is genuine. As a leader, search for real alliances to change the community or your department. Here is an example of an initiative that was genuine for our community with the Grimm Family Education.
“I’d like to thank you for your incredible partnership and advocacy for the Grimm Family Education Foundation and the Edible Schoolyard Kern County. Without your generous support, our Mobile Kitchen Classroom might still be a blueprint, and the KGET Channel 17 Wellness Wednesdays only a good idea. Your support for the CSUB’s micro-farm also provided energy around and validated an excellent idea with measurable community impact.”
—RJ Valentino