Collaborations & Partnerships

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 Collaborations will continue to be growth driver for Lil’ Leo CIC. CICs are mission-driven and exist to create social impact, partnerships can extend reach, resources, and sustainability. With collaborations, we will be able to:  

1. Expand Reach & Awareness

Partnering with schools, local councils, charities, or businesses can increase visibility and bring Lil’ Leo CIC’s services to more communities. 

2.  Access to Resources & Funding

Collaborations will open doors to shared funding opportunities as we look for local businesses or corporate partners for sponsorship, venues, equipment, or in-kind support.

3. Skill-Sharing & Capacity Building

Partner organizations actively contribute expertise (e.g., mental health professionals, youth workers, creatives) that complement Lil’ Leo CIC’s existing strengths. Volunteers from partner groups can help deliver or scale programs.

4. Innovative Program Development

Co-designing projects with community partners ensures services meet real needs. Collaborating with arts groups, sports clubs, or tech organizations can diversify the ways Lil’ Leo CIC engages young people and families.

5. Community Trust & Impact

Working with established local organizations helps build trust within the community. Joint initiatives amplify impact, demonstrating collective responsibility for social change.

6. Sustainability & Growth

Partnerships reduce duplication of effort and encourage resource pooling. Long-term collaborations will strengthen Lil’ Leo CIC as a valued community hub.