Report Analyzes Top Federal Agencies Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships

"There is a new ethos of collaboration that is being championed by leaders with experience across the sectors," Williams said. "These partners are not trying to replace the core role of government, but trying to blend the strengths of the sectors."

Findings from the report were based on a survey and interviews with the office leaders. Nearly 70 government, philanthropic and business leaders provided additional input during a roundtable co-hosted by the center and the Council on Foundations in Washington, D.C., in early June.