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The Alliance for Innovation has a history of valuing collaboration between the private and public sectors as a powerful driver of innovation in local communities. Over time, this collaboration evolved to include emerging startups and technology innovators working directly with local governments to test and implement new solutions bringing value to local communities.
The Alliance’s Innovation Partner Program is designed to strengthen public private partnerships and accelerate value creation across the AFI network. Innovation Partners contribute expertise, technology, and insights that support governments in delivering better services and solving complex community challenges.
We offer four engagement levels designed to help your organization develop a meaningful and lasting relationship with the Alliance and its members.
Angel Partner | $25,000 per year
The Angel Partner level is designed for established companies seeking a more strategic relationship with theAlliance and endorsement of their work supporting local government innovation. This partnership reflects acomprehensive understanding of the company’s products or services and their demonstrated impact on localgovernment organizations. To ensure partners in this category receive priority hands-on assistance, only five AngelPartner positions are available in 2026.
Link to Angel Partner Benefits
Founder Partner | $18,000 per year
The Founder Partner level is designed for companies seeking to actively engage with the Alliance community while building relationships with local government leaders. This partnership tier provides meaningful opportunities to share expertise, demonstrate solutions, and contribute to conversations around improving local government services and building innovation capacity.
Link to Founder Partner Benefits
Entrepreneur Partner | $10,000 per year
The Entrepreneur Partner level is designed for companies interested in beginning or expanding their engagement with the Alliance and its network of local government leaders. This tier provides opportunities for visibility, relationship-building, and participation in the Alliance community while supporting the mission of advancing innovation in local government.
Link to Entrepreneur Partner Benefits
Startup Partner | $5,000 per year
The Startup Partner level is designed for companies seeking an introductory opportunity to engage with the Alliance and its network of local government leaders. This entry-level partnership offers visibility within the Alliance community and an opportunity to begin building relationships with public sector professionals who are focused on improving services and outcomes for their communities.
Link to Startup Partner Benefits
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