> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.opencollective.com/oceurope/what-we-offer/umbrella-organisation.md).

# Networks and shared structures

Understand how several initiatives can work within a common framework.

A network may bring together local groups, regional chapters or several related projects. OCE’s umbrella framework allows these initiatives to share financial administration while keeping their activities visible separately.

## How it works

Each initiative can have its own Open Collective page and budget. The initiatives share OCE as their fiscal host, with responsibilities defined in the agreed arrangement.

Before setting up a network, clarify:

* the purpose of the network and its projects;
* who can make decisions for each project;
* how funding will be allocated;
* who will approve expenses and provide updates.

## Start with the arrangement

[Contact OCE](/oceurope/about-1/contact-us.md) to discuss the structure before creating several profiles or committing funds. Hosting does not automatically make a project eligible for every grant: [check the funder’s requirements](/oceurope/how-it-works/applying-for-grants.md).

See [how fiscal hosting works](/oceurope/what-is-open-collective-europe.md) for the roles shared by OCE and the collective.