Building Relationships and Partnerships
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PMHCAs play a critical role in ensuring that pediatric mental and behavioral health programs continue to thrive beyond initial funding cycles. To keep this work going, PMHCAs need sustainable funding streams, strong partnerships, and systems that demonstrate measurable results. The tools and strategies in this section help PMHCAs strengthen their foundation by identifying funding opportunities, cultivating key relationships, and showcasing impact to secure long-term investment.
By combining proactive planning, collaboration, and data-driven storytelling, PMHCAs can sustain the momentum of their efforts and expand access to care for children and adolescents in crisis.
PMHCAs don’t work in isolation. Many organizations offer proven tools, training, data dashboards, and consultative support that can be integrated into your local efforts. Establishing a strong partner network not only prevents duplication of work but also builds lasting systems of care that improve continuity, equity, and efficiency in pediatric mental health.
To sustain change, teams need evidence to support their efforts. PMHCAs can lead by using data, real-time feedback, and narratives to show improvements in care, provider confidence, and system efficiency. This framework supports continuous evaluation and positions your work for future investment.
Funders support what they can see and understand. PMHCAs can strengthen visibility by sharing measurable outcomes and stories that illustrate real-world impact. Consistent communication builds credibility and keeps funders engaged for the long term.
A strong proposal tells a clear story connecting need, impact, and sustainability. PMHCAs can use this outline to ensure they are highlighting all the critical elements to convey the program's impact.
This framework simplifies grant writing by breaking it into clear, actionable sections. PMCHAs can adapt it for local, state, and national funders, ensuring proposals are data-driven, collaborative, and funder-ready.
To sustain change, teams need evidence to support their efforts. PMHCAs can lead by using data, real-time feedback, and narratives to show improvements in care, provider confidence, and system efficiency. This framework supports continuous evaluation and positions your work for future investment.