Vendor Program

Once accepted into the ecosystem, you’ll be matched with EVOLVE members based on their needs. You will invoice Shora Foundation directly, and we will handle client billing. Services will be presented as “Powered By [Your Business Name]” to keep your brand visible while honoring the partnership.

Yes. Vendors pay a $200 annual participation fee. This fee supports program operations, vendor visibility, and ecosystem infrastructure.

Yes. Vendors must provide a 15% discount on all services for EVOLVE members.

Yes. If a client leaves the EVOLVE program and wishes to continue working with you, you may continue providing services independently. The 15% EVOLVE discount does not apply once they are no longer a member.

Yes. Once you’ve been matched with a client, you will handle all communication related to the scope of work, service delivery, and project planning. However, you should not discuss billing or pricing directly with the client—those conversations are managed by Shora Foundation.

No. We cannot guarantee work, clients, or a specific number of referrals. We aim to connect vendors with members regularly, but demand may vary.

Our goal is to have no more than two vendors per industry or service area, unless demand exceeds the capacity of our current vendor pool.

No. We understand that pricing may vary based on the specific needs of each client. You’ll determine pricing after conducting an initial consult with the client.

All materials, designs, works, curriculums, and deliverables created by Shora through EVOLVE are owned by Shora Foundation. Vendors may not reuse or repurpose this work without written permission. Any work produced by the vendor for the client, such as websites, pitch decks, logos, photos, etc, would become the property of the vendor and/or client.

Vendor agreements last 12 months and renew annually. Either party may cancel with 30 days written notice.

You’ll complete the onboarding form. We’ll review your application, follow up with any questions, and once accepted, you’ll be pay the $200 fee and be added to our official vendor list and eligible for referrals.