safety alertalert exclamation

If you are in danger, please use a safer computer, call 911 or your local hotline or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233 voice), 1-800-787-3224 (tty). There is always a computer trail, but you can click ESCAPE to leave the site quickly.

home>creating change>strengthening your collaboration>how-to strategies>

Equitable Budget and Finance

Lack of resources is one of the biggest obstacles to a collaboration's success, so it is important to equitably share resources and maintain ongoing dialogue about resource needs. It is also important to make a record of budget information as it relates to organizational responsibility. Roles and resources may change such that finances may need readjustment. Regularly evaluate each member’s financial situation to ensure parity and success. 

  • Make sure budget plans are consistent and appropriate, and take into account each member’s contribution. 
  • Share any costs that may occur. 
  • Strategize a plan to pool resources – environmental, financial, human or in-kind – if necessary. 
  • Develop joint strategies that can increase resources.
  • Conduct ongoing resource development efforts to assure that the appropriate level of revenue, time, and people are available to conduct the collaborative efforts. 
  • Plan for both short-term and long-term.
  • Include line items in budget for accommodations and other costs related to accessibility.