Terms Used by J R McKenzie Trust
Flexible funding
Flexible funding is about being able to offer funding in a way that best helps people focus on and achieve their kaupapa/goals.
Flexible funding is about having a range of funding tools that can be used depending on what we want to achieve and what best suits the needs of ngā kaikōkiri* (*see definition below for ngā kaikōkiri).
Flexible funding also allows us to make changes as needed to get the best out of our partnerships with ngā kaikōkiri. This could include e.g. changing what funding will be used for if important new issues or opportunities have come up for ngā kaikōkiri.
Funding relationships
Funding relationships are about JR McKenzie Trust and ngā kaikōkiri walking together in partnership to support a kaupapa or goal
Relational funding partnerships are relationships with ngā kaikōkiri that are built around trust, understanding and respect.
This type of funding relationship is not transactional – meaning it is based on more than just dollars. By developing a closer relationship with ngā kaikōkiri we are able to fully understand how we can best support their mission.
Whakawhanaungatanga is a key part of relational funding partnerships. For us, this means building genuine and enduring relationships where everyone involved feels valued.
IN SIMPLE TERMS
Funding relationships are about JR McKenzie Trust and ngā kaikōkiri walking together in partnership to support a kaupapa or goal.