Travelers' Philanthropy Handbook - Center for Responsible Travel

2. UniquenessIts uniqueness is that the project is not likely to have taken place without Basecamp’sinvolvement.3. ImpactReduced negative impact and maximized positive impact from tourism related activities on theenvironment as well as on communities.4. TransformationThat project activities contribute to long-term positive change in the society and/or environmentresulting in increased sustainability over time.5. Causes and EffectProject outcome should show clear, causal relationships between the adoption of betterpractices and indicators for improved environment, socio-economic factors, and cultureconservation.6. Assessments and EvaluationClear and measurable effects in the form of outputs, outcomes, and other indicators attached toeach project as well as indicators for monitoring progress and performance towards achievingfinal goals.7. PartnershipWays of identifying and addressing potential social and/or environmental issues bydemonstrating professional partnerships including local community, relevant knowledge andresource organizations and donors.8. LeadershipWays of promoting, stimulating, and lending local leadership in order to secure values and longlasting change through community involvement.9. EntrepreneurshipProjects designed to ultimately become self-sustained through sound venture practices, whichdelivers benefits over long-term, i.e. after project funds are terminated. This is regarded adeeper form of financial sustainability.10. ReplicableProjects should show concrete examples of how results can or will be replicated. Basecampfavors projects with high replication value.11. DisseminationAll projects must include an information dissemination component to share lessons learned.12. Co-financingProjects must be attractive and eligible for international fundraising purposes. Projects mustclearly document potential sources of co‐financing at a flexible ratio. Basecamp Foundation willgive priority to projects with higher co‐financing ratios and possibilities for matching funds.In‐kind contribution will be assessed on a case‐by‐case basis.130