01 · Defined purposeSupport is tied to work
The project, milestone, audience and intended use of funds or in-kind support are named.
02 · Bounded budgetCosts and exclusions visible
The contribution, eligible costs, timing, dependencies and exclusions are written down.
03 · Reporting planEvidence and owner named
Baseline, measures, data access, reporting cadence and the record owner are agreed.
04 · IndependenceSupport cannot buy a conclusion
Sponsors may receive agreed recognition, but they do not control safety findings or evidence.
05 · Transparent economicsConflicts and benefits disclosed
Cash, in-kind support, visibility, revenue expectations and conflicts are disclosed honestly.
06 · Review & exitRenewal is evidence-based
Support can be reviewed, revised, paused or stopped without pretending a project succeeded.
SponsorWho is supporting?
Project purposeWhat work is funded?
ContributionCash, equipment or service?
Budget & milestonesWhen will support arrive?
Evidence ownerWho keeps the record?
RecognitionHow is credit given?
Economics & conflictsWhat is disclosed?
Review & renewalWhat earns the next step?