Partner With Us

Opportunities for community-based nonprofit organizations

Shagara is built on a simple principle: the strongest work happens through partnership

Our Partnership Model

What We Build Together

Programming
Shagara designs and produces inclusive arts programs that plug into your organization's work.

Events
We produce fundraisers, showcases, and community events that generate real revenue.

Fundraising
We help write the grants, build the donor communications, and develop the corporate partnerships.

How Funding Flows

Grants, donations, and sponsorships are received through your organization and disbursed for approved program expenses. You take on no financial risk.

Why It Works

Most nonprofits have more mission than capacity. Shagara fills the gap — so the programs are created, the work gets done, the artists get paid, and both organizations grow.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Fiscal sponsorship is a structure where a nonprofit (501(c)3)) allows a project to operate under its tax-exempt status. This enables Shagara’s projects to receive tax-deductible donations and apply for grants that require a nonprofit sponsor.

  • There is no out-of-pocket cost to serve as a fiscal sponsor.

    In most cases, fiscal sponsors retain a small administrative fee from received to support oversight and administration.

    This means that, in addition to expanding programming aligned with your mission, sponsorship can also provide a modest revenue stream for your organization.

    Specific terms would be discussed and agreed upon in advance.

  • Programming is supported through a combination of:

    • Grants from foundations and public funding sources

    • Tax-deductible donations from individuals

    • Sponsorships and partnerships with aligned organizations

    Funds are received and administered by the fiscal sponsor and used to support approved program expenses.

    This approach allows programming to be both accessible and financially sustainable.

  • As a fiscal sponsor, your role is focused on oversight and administration, not program development or execution.

    This typically includes: disbursements of funds, basic reporting, and compliance.

  • Funding that is charitable in nature—such as grants and donations—will flow through the fiscal sponsor.

    Some programming may also include earned revenue or partnerships managed directly by Shagara, depending on the structure of the project.

  • Much of our programming is community-based and designed for impact, not profit. Fiscal sponsorship allows that work to be funded through grants and donations, while maintaining a high level of quality and execution.

    This funding and partnership model is designed so nonprofit partners don’t take on financial risk—instead, they can support impactful programming while generating a modest revenue stream through standard administrative fees.

  • Expanded programming aligned with your mission

    Increased visibility through public-facing events

    Access to new funding opportunities

    Participation in innovative, community-centered initiatives