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Information available at www.crlconsulting.org. CRL Consulting is the Technical Assistance partner for the Network Planning Grantees. Explore different types of networks, their formality, and ways to increase value and influence. Learn how to overcome barriers and provide value to partners and the community.
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Understanding RuralHealth Networks Information available at www.crlconsulting.org CRL Consulting is the Technical Assistance partner for the Network Planning Grantees.
All Networks Increase LEVERAGEand ProvideValue Members or partners work together to deliberately increase influence To overcome barriers no one organization can do on their own Provide value to partners and the community
Types of Networks External Vertical Horizontal Internal
Formality of Organization Partnership MOUs Formal Organization Incorporation 501(c)3 Status, Bylaws Policies & ProceduresStrategic Plan Business Model Business Plan Marketing Plan
FinancialSupport In Kind Grants Sell Services or Products Membership Fees
Questions to Consider Who did we come together to serve? What is our long-term commitment? Who are our members?Who makes decisions—and how? How formal do we want our association?Will we sell or charge for services? Are we advisors to or employers of salaried staff?