Strategic Partnerships

Building lasting relationships that amplify our impact and extend our reach in pediatric advocacy.

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Partnership Benefits

Why Partner With PAA

Join a network of organizations committed to advancing pediatric health equity through collaborative action and shared expertise.

Direct Community Impact

Connect with families and children who need your services most. Our established community relationships ensure your programs reach those who benefit most from your expertise and resources.

Student Workforce Pipeline

Access motivated, trained students from nursing, public health, and social work programs. Our volunteers bring fresh perspectives and dedicated service to your initiatives.

Measurable Outcomes

Benefit from our commitment to data-driven impact assessment. We track and report on partnership outcomes, helping you demonstrate return on investment and program effectiveness.

Partnership Models

Partnership Opportunities

We offer flexible partnership structures designed to align with your organization's goals, capacity, and areas of expertise in pediatric health and welfare.

Healthcare Collaborations

Partner with hospitals, clinics, and health systems to provide student placements, clinical experiences, and community health programming.

Educational Institutions

Collaborate with schools and universities on research initiatives, curriculum development, and student exchange programs focused on pediatric advocacy.

Community Organizations

Work with nonprofits, faith communities, and local agencies to expand service delivery and reach underserved pediatric populations.

Corporate Partnerships

Engage with businesses for sponsorship, employee volunteer programs, and corporate social responsibility initiatives that benefit children and families.

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Healthcare Systems
Educational Partners
Community Groups
Corporate Allies
Current Collaborations

Our Partners

Meet the organizations that share our commitment to pediatric health equity and community-centered care.

Dominican University

Our home institution providing academic support, research opportunities, and campus facilities for PAA programming and student development.

Host Institution • Academic Support • Research Collaboration

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital

Leading pediatric healthcare partner providing clinical placements, mentorship opportunities, and collaborative programming for nursing and pre-health students.

Clinical Placements • Mentorship • Health Programming

Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation

Local foundation supporting our Bundles of Joy program and providing grant funding for community health initiatives and family resource development.

Grant Funding • Program Support • Community Connections

River Forest School District 90

Elementary school partnership enabling our educational programming, health literacy initiatives, and family engagement workshops within the local community.

Educational Programming • Health Literacy • Family Workshops

Cook County Department of Public Health

Strategic partnership for community health assessments, vaccination clinics, and public health emergency preparedness training for students and families.

Health Assessments • Vaccination Clinics • Emergency Preparedness

Loyola University Medical Center

Healthcare partnership providing pediatric specialty care access, research collaboration opportunities, and advanced clinical training for our student volunteers.

Specialty Care • Research Collaboration • Clinical Training
Partnership Impact

Measuring Our Success

Data-driven results from our collaborative partnerships demonstrate meaningful impact in pediatric health and community wellbeing.

15+
Active Partners
Healthcare, education, and community organizations
2,400+
Families Served
Through collaborative programming annually
180+
Student Placements
Clinical and community-based learning experiences
95%
Partner Satisfaction
Would recommend PAA collaboration to others
Partnership Process

How to Partner With Us

Our structured approach ensures successful partnerships that deliver meaningful outcomes for all stakeholders while maintaining our commitment to pediatric health equity.

1

Initial Consultation

Schedule a meeting with our partnership team to discuss your organization's goals, capacity, and how we can align our missions for maximum community impact.

2

Needs Assessment

Collaborate on a comprehensive assessment of community needs, organizational strengths, and partnership opportunities to design effective programming.

3

Partnership Agreement

Formalize our partnership with clear expectations, roles, timelines, and success metrics to ensure accountability and mutual benefit.

4

Program Launch

Begin collaborative programming with ongoing communication, regular check-ins, and continuous improvement based on feedback and outcomes data.

Get Started

Start a Partnership

Ready to explore how your organization can partner with PAA? Let's discuss how we can work together to advance pediatric health in our community.

Partnership Opportunities

We're actively seeking partners who share our commitment to pediatric health equity and community-centered care. Whether you're a healthcare organization, educational institution, community group, or corporate entity, we'd love to explore collaboration possibilities.

Email
partnerships@paa.dominican.edu
Phone
(708) 524-6800
Location
7900 W Division St
River Forest, IL 60305
Response Time
Within 48 hours

Partnership Inquiry