VICO

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Practical guidance for using VICO with confidence.

Understand the profile, evidence, matching and consent principles that sit behind the VICO experience.

For organisations

Build a profile that can be reused.

Bring identity, mission, needs, readiness and relevant organisational information into one clearer profile instead of rebuilding the same story for every new relationship.

  • Structure the information funders need to understand you.
  • Add supporting evidence over time.
  • Use one profile as the basis for discovery and connection.

For funders

Discover beyond familiar networks.

Use structured profile information to identify potentially relevant organisations before deciding whether a relationship is worth exploring further.

  • Search by relevant geography and focus area.
  • Compare clearer organisational context.
  • Retain control over when direct engagement begins.

Trust and evidence

Understand what information is supported.

VICO is designed to distinguish between self-declared information, supporting documents, reviewed information and independent verification where applicable.

  • Evidence should be proportionate and transparent.
  • Matching should be explainable rather than opaque.
  • VICO supports early assessment; it does not replace due diligence.

Frequently asked questions

The essentials, without the jargon.

These answers explain the core VICO model. More detailed operational guidance can be added as the platform workflows are finalised.

What is VICO?

VICO is a matchmaking service connecting funders and locally led organisations, increasing visibility, building confidence and reducing the time and cost involved in finding relevant partners.

Who is VICO for?

The public experience is centred on two sides: locally led organisations and funders. The underlying model can support a broader range of organisations that provide or seek relevant opportunities.

How does matching work?

Matching can consider structured factors such as geography, thematic priorities, eligibility, funding range, organisational experience, readiness and the preferences of both sides. A match indicates potential relevance, not approval or a guarantee of suitability.

Does a VICO match guarantee funding?

No. A match, expression of interest or connection creates no obligation to fund an organisation. Funders remain responsible for their own assessment and decision-making processes.

How is organisational evidence represented?

VICO is intended to make clear whether information is self-declared, supported by documents, reviewed for completeness or consistency, or independently verified where applicable.

When does direct engagement begin?

VICO is designed around consent-based connection. A participant can review a potential fit first, and direct engagement begins only when the required parties choose to proceed.

Need more detail?

Ask about VICO, evidence or matching.

Contact the VICO team for platform questions, support or a conversation about how your organisation or funding priorities fit the model.

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