Successful multi-college proposals require more than shared interest-they demand strategic coordination, compelling vision, and strong partnership design. This interactive session will explore proven approaches to developing competitive, collaborative proposals across multiple institutions. Participants will gain practical insights into structuring partnerships, aligning institutional priorities, managing roles and communication, building compelling narratives for funders, and avoiding common pitfalls in collaborative grant development. Drawing on real-world examples and lessons learned from successful initiatives, the session will highlight strategies for creating scalable, high-impact proposals that strengthen institutional capacity and regional impact. Whether you are new to collaborative grants or seeking to strengthen existing partnerships, this session will provide actionable tools to move multi-college ideas from concept to funded proposal.