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Partner with IPN

Knowledge Resources

Introduction

IPN

Resources⁠

is a curated library of self-serviceable learning materials, tools, and templates designed to support the capacity building of non-profits. It features content across key Organisation Development (OD) areas such as fundraising, communications, leadership, and impact measurement—tailored to meet the practical needs of NGOs. The resources are contributed by sector experts and practitioners, and are accessible in formats that are easy to use and adapt.

IPN currently offers more than 250+ resources in 4 languages: English, Hindi, Kannada and Tamil.

IPN's resources are simple, actionable and can be used with limited assistance.

The resources are offered across 9 key Organisation Development(OD) areas highlighted on the

main resources page⁠

The resources span 11 formats, outlined

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Capacity Building Intermediary

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Service Provider

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NGO Network

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Your Benefits

Hosting (or linking to) your resources offers partners several benefits:

Reach a network of NGOs: Showcase your knowledge assets to IPN’s

growing network of NGOs⁠

Position as an expert in the sector: Increase your visibility and positioning in the sector as a subject matter expert through the resources and social media marketing.

Lead generation: Create opportunities for deeper engagement with relevant, mission-aligned NGOs who resonate with your work.

Onboarding and Collaboration Process

Keen to collaborate? Submit the

EOI form⁠

and we’ll get back to you in about 2 to 4 weeks. (This will depend on the number of requests we are currently processing.)

How can you contribute a resource

You can contribute resources that match the formats mentioned above. Following are some key guidelines for curating relevant resources and promoting meaningful engagement with them.

Aligned to NGO Demand: Resources should address key OD areas such as Fundraising, M&E, Compliance, etc., based on common needs expressed by NGOs.

User-Friendly Formats: Resources should be easy to use and act on—for example, ready-to-use templates that require minimal guidance.

Simple Language: Content should be in clear, accessible language suitable for grassroots NGO users.

Bite-Sized and Time-Efficient: Short, focused resources that are quick to consume and apply are preferred.

Flexible Submission Options: Partners can contribute by sharing documents in formats such as Word, Excel, or PDF or providing a publicly accessible link to the resource.

What We Expect from You

Align on the overall scope of the resource with IPN team.

Ensure basic quality based on guidelines provided by IPN.

Must share original and verified materials with IPN.

Sign a contract that allows IPN to share their content on our platform.

What You Can Expect from IPN

Gain visibility for your knowledge resources through IPN’s platform and social media outreach.

Receive analytics and insights on NGO interaction with your knowledge resources.

Engagement So far

Since 2024, IPN has hosted over 250+ resources, with a total of 11,000+ views and 7000+ downloads. More than 1000 NGOs have engaged with our resources. Our resources have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 by NGO users.

Know More

Resource formats

Resources on IPN are available in 11 formats:

Tutorials: In-depth video sessions with accompanying presentation decks to help you gain comprehensive knowledge on specific topics. (

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Quick Learn Videos: Short, focused videos (under 30 minutes) designed to deliver quick insights on specific topics. (

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Templates: Editable and downloadable templates for practical use—e.g., quarterly reports, pitch decks, and more. (

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Best Practices: Documents outlining proven methods for setting up processes, systems, and functions within your organization. (

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Guidelines: Step-by-step documents offering “how-to” approaches for executing essential nonprofit processes. (

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Answers to the most commonly asked questions about specific topics, compiled in an easy-to-read format. (

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Lists: Curated recommendations of tools, platforms, and solutions—e.g., donor platform directories—to help NGOs access the right resources. (

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Reports: Structured documents presenting data, insights, analysis, and recommendations to inform strategy and decision-making. (

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Toolkit: Step-by-step sets of tools designed to help implement specific topics with ease and clarity. (

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Case Studies: Real-world examples showcasing how specific challenges were addressed, offering practical insights for NGOs.

Collections: Curated sets of resources bundled together to provide deep, comprehensive coverage of a single topic. (

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User Testimonials

“We found great resources on the Platform in the form of Templates, Tutorials, Reports, Lists, Guidelines, Best Practices and many more. There are excellent YouTube videos as well apart from a lot of Documents which are ready to use for any NGO in the journey of Sustainable Development and Scalable Journey! The information is Top class across several categories namely Budgeting, Compliance, CSR, Fund raising, HR, Measurement and Evaluation, Planning, Reporting, Social Media, Social Stock Exchange and Technology Tools.We find each Category so relevant and all that we need are at one place. The material is excellent and the Templates fill in our gaps where we do not have some currently.” -
Padala Trus⁠
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“We are extremely pleased with the Indian Partner Network platform. The tools and templates provided have not only simplified our daily operations but have also significantly boosted our overall productivity. The clear, step-by-step guides have been instrumental in helping us organize our tasks and streamline our internal processes, leading to a much stronger and more efficient system. For grassroots civil society organizations like ours, which often struggle with limited resources, this platform has been a game-changer. It offers a ready-made solution that enables us to develop essential tools and reinforce our internal systems without having to invest heavily in developing these resources ourselves.We truly appreciate the positive impact this platform has had on our work, and we highly recommend it to any organization looking to enhance their productivity and strengthen their internal operations”. -
MOUNT VALLEY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION⁠
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This page was last updated on 12/08/2025

Introduction

Relevant for

Your Benefits

Onboarding and Collaboration Process

How can you contribute a resource

What We Expect from You

What You Can Expect from IPN

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