“Will we be wealthy by providing services to Save the Children in Yemen today? No. But Yemen will achieve stability in 5, 10, 15 years, and we want to be there providing services and understanding what the communities want, how they operate, what’s their desires [sic], building a reputation`[..]”

MasterCard -
By providing payment services to humanitarian efforts on a cost-recovery basis, they build critical infrastructure, gained understanding of community needs, and established their reputation.

UBS illustrates how targeted, meaningful work can enhance client relationships and reinforce corporate values. By focusing on specific, measurable outcomes, the foundation provides a tangible expression of the company’s commitment.

CEO Per Heggenes puts it simply: “CSR is the way IKEA does business.”

#3 - Innovation Partnerships – Co-creating new solutions and technologies

#4 - System Coordination Initiatives – Shaping industry standards and resilience

#5 - Advocacy Partnerships – Amplifying messages through marketing power

For more see: aidplexus.substack.com/p/five-model...

2) Improving Operational Effectiveness
and
3) Influencing Behavior

For a more detailed description of the GPPi report see also aidplexus.substack.com/p/beyond-don...

#2 - Conducting robust due diligence, assessing partner values, practices and reputation; and

#3 - Skilled relationship managers, who understand both sectors and can navigate cultural differences.

How about exploring more opportunities for private sector to generate ROI while contributing to humanitarian and development work, while maintaining safeguards? Some publications by GPPi and UNOCHA have shown avenues. Could it be scaled?