WHO SHOULD APPLY?
You can apply to be a Fusion Partner if you are an individual, partnership, coalition or network and meet the following criteria:
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You need a 501c 3 designation to conduct charitable activities for the public good. You are actively working to seek funds from charitable sources such as foundations or individual donors and able to propose fundraising and implementation plans
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Your mission is aligned with Fusion’s mission. That means you are working for social justice in the Baltimore area.
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Your work has a community based focus and leadership.
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Your leadership demonstrates commitment to the project and understands the needs of the community it serves.
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Your leadership is committed to democratic, inclusive and equitable practices of decision making.
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Your project can demonstrate its potential to grow and develop.
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You can commit to participate in Fusion’s networking opportunities, and attend semiannual potlucks, monthly coffee hours, and events.
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You are willing to accept the stated outcomes, goals and expectations required for fiscal sponsorship under Fusion Partnerships as stated in the Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you have a program or project and are seeking fiscal sponsorship, we accept applications on a rolling basis so you can apply at any time.
Our review committee meets quarterly. The committee consists of Fusion staff, board, and current partners. As we review your application, we may ask you to present about your program to our staff, board, or review committee. As necessary, we perform some level of due diligence. Once the review committee makes a recommendation, selected projects and programs are reviewed by our full Board for final approval.
If you require Fiscal Sponsorship in a timeframe that doesn't fit our application periods, and need assistance, please contact Director of Operations, Sarah McCann to schedule a conversation.