ICF Partnership Framework: Collaborating for Community Growth

The Islamic Center of Frisco (ICF) follows a structured and transparent process for evaluating and establishing partnerships with external organizations. This framework ensures that every collaboration aligns with ICF’s mission, serves the needs of the community, and maintains high standards of accountability and mutual benefit.

The process involves multiple steps, from initial proposal submission and internal review to Shura approval and formal agreement drafting. Each partnership is monitored and assessed to ensure its success, with ongoing feedback to ensure alignment with the center’s goals and community needs.

ICF Partnership Framework: Evaluating & Establishing Collaborations with External Entities

Purpose
To provide a standardized, transparent, and Shura-guided process for evaluating, approving, and managing partnerships with external organizations offering programs or services at the Islamic Center of Frisco (ICF).

Step 1: Initial Proposal Submission

Responsibility: External Partner / Internal Sponsor

Submit a written proposal including:

• Description of program/service

• Partner organization background

• Objectives and benefits to the ICF community

• Target audience and expected outcomes

• Requested resources or facilities

• Proposed duration/frequency

• Any cost or fee structure (to ICF or participants)

Step 2: Internal Review

Responsibility: Relevant Committee or Shura Liaison

Evaluate the proposal based on:

• Alignment with ICF’s mission and values

• Track record and credibility of the external partner

• Community need and interest

• Overlap or conflict with existing programs

• Resource and space availability

• Financial implications or liability concerns

Collect input from:

• Admin team (space, logistics, scheduling)

• Religious affairs (if Islamic content is involved)

• Legal/insurance (if required)

Step 3: Shura Approval

Responsibility: Relevant Shura Committee or Full Shura (as needed)

Provide recommendation based on internal review.
For long-term or high-impact partnerships, full Shura review and vote may be required.
Shura may:

• Approve

• Request modifications

• Decline partnership

Step 4: MOU or Agreement Drafting

Responsibility: ICF Admin or Legal Liaison

Draft a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Agreement covering:

• Scope of services

• Roles and responsibilities

• Use of ICF facilities

• Financial terms (if any)

• Termination clause

• Branding or promotional guidelines

• Compliance with ICF policies (e.g., safety, privacy, conduct)

Step 5: Execution & Launch

Responsibility: Program Sponsor / Admin

Ensure logistics are coordinated (room, access, IT, volunteers if needed).
Promote the program as per marketing policy.
Assign a Program Liaison from ICF to monitor delivery and address issues.

Step 6: Monitoring & Feedback

Responsibility: Program Liaison / Shura Oversight

Monitor:

• Attendance and engagement

• Community feedback

• Alignment with agreed objectives

Gather feedback post-program or annually (for ongoing partnerships).
Reassess and renew/terminate partnership based on review.

Appendix

• Sample Proposal Template

• Sample MOU Template

• Checklist for New Partnerships