Become a Replication Partner

The Standards for Excellence Institute invites national, state, and local level nonprofit intermediaries to apply to become Replication Partners and offer the Standards program to their communities. Replication provides a unique opportunity for organizations to launch a fully developed, comprehensive program of nonprofit capacity building without spending years in program development.

Replication Partners are licensed to use all Standards program materials, including the Standards for Excellence code, educational resources, training curricula, accreditation program materials (optional) and public relations and public education information in a geographically defined area or for a specific group of affiliates, chapters, or related organizations.

The Standards for Excellence Institute has developed a process for determining if an organization will be a successful Standards for Excellence Replication Partner.

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Steps for Your Organization to Take:

1

Learn the Basics

The best way to learn about the Standards for Excellence Institute is to become a member. You can also review our website, follow our blog, and connect with us on social media.

Learn About Membership
2

Express Interest

Complete our online form to let us know you’re interested in replicating our program for your community!

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3

Complete the Assessment

We can conduct the initial assessment online.

4

Let’s Talk!

A follow-up discussion will be scheduled with the decision-makers at your organization.

5

Review Proposal

If your organization appears to be a good fit for the Standards for Excellence program, the Institute will issue a proposal for replication (which will include pricing and timelines).

6

Due Diligence

The Standards for Excellence Institute will conduct due diligence which will include reviewing documents from your organization and possibly meeting with your leaders.

What’s next?

Once you’re accepted, your license will be issued, an orientation scheduled, and a workplan developed.

With the tremendous support of the Standards for Excellence Institute, the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) has implemented, developed and delivered a customized version of the code, training and educational resources, and an accreditation and recognition program. All of these have a proven impact on nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania and on the sector as a whole. CPA, legal, consultant and many other for profit companies serving the nonprofit sector continuously offer appreciation and affirmation for how the Standards benefits the work they do with nonprofit organizations.
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Learn More

Interested in learning more about the Standards for Excellence Institute or about becoming a Replication Partner? Contact Amy Coates Madsen, Director of the Standards for Excellence Institute, at acmadsen@standardsforexcellence.org or 443-438-2314.