About The Program

In 2003, a committee was formed of Chief Financial Officers and Business Managers of the Partnership’s member institutions to identify cost saving and efficiency opportunities in three areas: collective purchasing, information exchange and sharing excess capacity.

By leveraging the size and scope of the membership, the committee is able to negotiate lower rates for products and services and strengthen individual institutions with collaborative information exchange and sharing of resources. For instance, three programs reducing expenses for office supplies and credit card processing averaged over $260,000 in savings for member institutions in one year.

Collective Purchasing

Implement cost-saving programs by maximizing the combined leverage of all BPCP members, in the procurement of goods and services. This includes research, development, negotiation, and implementation of cost reduction programs for the member institutions.  

"Leverage the size and scope of the collective membership to develop additional service opportunities at a lower cost than an individual or individual organization could do." - Alan Kidd, Executive Director, San Diego Hall of Champions Sports Museum

Information Exchange

Build an information exchange infrastructure for BPCP members fostering the spirit of cooperation among the institutions for the sharing of ideas, resources and information.

"I see the BPCP staff intranet as a vital hub for valuable information exchange among the various institutions. Not only will this provide a central location for static information, but will include interactive tools that will encourage and provide for additional park-wide collaboration." - Craig Blower, Chief Operating Officer, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

Shared Services

Utilize collective resources including equipment, meeting spaces, training opportunities, staff and volunteers.

"I think organized sharing of information among the institutions would result in real and immediate savings opportunities for all members." - Brian Ulery, Assistant to the General Manager, The Old Globe
 

The Balboa Park Cultural Partnership serves as the collaborative body and collective voice for 26 arts, science, and cultural institutions in Balboa Park. Together we achieve greater effectiveness, innovation, and excellence and contribute to the vitality and sustainability of Balboa Park. Our collective 500 trustees, 7,000 volunteers, and 3,500 staff serve more than 6.2 million visitors annually.