March 20, 2011

Collaboration Allows Charities to Extend Their Reach in Tough Times

Charities That Work Together Do Better in Tough Times 1

Courtesy of Oasis Center

Nashville’s Oasis Center shares a building with another charity that serves troubled youths. Now they may consolidate other operations.

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Courtesy of Oasis Center

Nashville’s Oasis Center shares a building with another charity that serves troubled youths. Now they may consolidate other operations.

By Ben Gose

Oasis Center and Stars Nashville both work with troubled youths, so on one level the two Nashville charities are natural competitors.

But they are also collaborators. The two organizations jointly raised $8-million for the facility that they share, and they have deepened their bonds since moving into the building in February 2009. The two charities share a receptionist, meeting rooms, audiovisual equipment, and an information-technology coordinator.

The sharing has led to a

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