Partnership Alignment Screener
Applying for a grant from The Collins Foundation begins with our Partnership Alignment Screener. This process helps us understand how organizations across Oregon are advancing equity and justice through their unique approaches.
The screener will give us a brief understanding of your organization and highlight areas where our funding strategies align.
Please note that this is not a funding application but rather the first step in identifying which partners will proceed to the proposal stage.
Our goals through this process are to -
Build mutual understanding between your organization and The Collins Foundation.
Recognize your organization's unique strengths and approaches to equity work.
Better support your community-centered efforts.
Create transparency and efficiency by assessing value alignment early, preventing organizations from investing time in full applications when our priorities may differ.
How to Complete the Partnership Alignment Screener
Take your time: The following six multiple-choice questions may take up to 30 minutes to complete. Consider each question thoughtfully. There are no "right" answers—we value honest reflection about where your organization currently stands.
Select best matches: For each section, choose the option that most closely reflects your organization's current reality, not aspirations for the future.
Be authentic: We recognize organizations are at different points in their equity journeys. Your honest responses help us better understand how to support your work.
One submission per year: Each organization may submit one form each calendar year.
Before completing the screening process: We recommend that your leadership team meet to discuss your organization's current practices and values. The person most knowledgeable about your organization should complete this form and serve as the primary contact for the submission.
After you complete the form, our team will carefully review your responses to gain a deeper understanding of your organization's values and approaches. We will email you approximately two weeks from submission with specific information about the next steps in our funding process.
Thank you for your partnership in creating a more just and equitable Oregon where all communities can thrive.
The Collins Foundation Partnership Alignment Screener
If you're ready to take the Partnership Alignment Screener, please click the button below.
The Partnership Alignment Screener will remain open until 5:00 pm July 14, 2025.
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