This research assesses the contribution based on the selection of IFAs and CSOs. It finds that partnerships of IFAs and CSOs are not linear, but rather a complicated web of relationships with more than two actors at a time. It is also dynamic. Therefore, in-depth research on a case study of a particular local group will give a complete picture of cooperation and consequently its contribution. It may stimulate a discussion of what combination of partnership can be complementary to each other.