Become a partner of the Institute!

Why become a partner of the Institute?

To support the understanding of the civil society sector and to enhance its recognition, strength, and resilience

We identify the knowledge needs of CSOs and their partners (which are so far not sufficiently covered), support research projects that address these needs, and disseminate knowledge to a wide audience.  

To be part of a social–driven innovation programme within the civil society sector using the R&D approach

How can CSOs enhance management of their socio-economic models? How can the created and shared societal value be consolidated and acknowledged? What role do CSOs play in communities, territories and democracy? These questions, integral to our research programmes, stimulate potential innovation capabilities within the civil society sector. To address them, we provide support for research that results in tangible applications benefiting CSOs. 

To support the co-construction of knowledge between CSOs and researchers, and generate research that responds to the needs of society

We bring together actors and researchers in our workgroups and events, fostering participatory research and collaboration to ensure the usefulness of the generated knowledge and to facilitate its dissemination. 

To be at the heart of a knowledge-based network on civil society

We provide knowledge-sharing opportunities that connect researchers from various disciplines of the humanities and social sciences, civil society actors, support structures, and partners of the nonprofit sector. Through these distinctive connections, a comprehensive network of knowledge between actors and researchers is established, contributing to the advancement of civil society. 

To enrich your strategy

Our partners are dedicated to the civil society sector and the advancement of its knowledge. They also draw upon state-of-the-art research to enrich their perspectives and energise their strategic ambitions. Furthermore, as partners, we offer you visibility on our website and various communication channels, along with access to our events and ressources.

As a non-profit organization of general interest, the Institute offers you tax benefits for your donations.

Testimonies from our partners

Who are the partners of the French Institute for Civil Society Organisations? Why do they think it is important to strengthen and promote knowledge of the civil society sector? Why have they decided to support us? Find below their main takeaway about the work of the Institute. You may also read their full testimonies (in French only).