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Passion Project
Proposal
Welcome to your Passion Project Proposal! You’re reading this because you have a great
idea about Schoolhouse of Wonder. Or you’re about to get a great idea about
Schoolhouse of Wonder. Either way, we’re glad you’re here.
What is a Passion Project?
A Passion Project is a way for you to take your great idea, the one that is going to
improve programs at Schoolhouse of Wonder, and turn it into a reality. Do you have an
idea for a new field class trip? A new camp theme? A new camp activity, skill, or Growth
Ring to teach? GREAT!
A passion project is an independent project! While we are invested in the success of
Passion Projects, we likely won’t be able to offer much support. Proposals that are
approved will be funded for both your time and for supplies.
What do I need to do to get my idea approved?
Please answer the following questions with as much information as you can. Your project
has a better chance of being approved if it includes pricing for materials, visual aids if
applicable, a realistic and reasonable timeline, and a proposal that shows that you’ve
thought through and/or researched your idea.
What will happen next?
Proposals are reviewed on a rolling-basis. We will let you know as soon as we can. Any
combination of year-round staff, seasonal staff, and the board of directors may review
proposals.
What if I have a question?
For questions about proposal requirements or other logistics, please email
[email protected].
Name:
Date Submitted:
Site You’re at the Most:
Now for the fun part! Please answer the questions below to help us understand your idea.
Please write a short description of your idea.
What excites you about your idea?
How will your idea improve our programs? Does it address an existing problem or issue?
How does this idea tie into our Mission and Values?
What challenges do you foresee in implementing your idea? (training staff, changes to
scheduling, insurance costs, parent communication, camper expectation, etc.)
Is there any other information that would be helpful for us to know?
Is there a website, youtube video, song, or poem that would help us understand, be
inspired by, or connect with the essence of your idea?
Now, for the nitty gritty.
Labor Costs
What steps are needed to complete your project? How long will they take you? What will
be benchmarks to help us know if you’re on track? Include as many lines as needed.
Task Description
Hours Needed to Complete
How many total hours will this take you to complete?
What is your most recent hourly wage?
What are the total labor costs for your proposal (hours x wage)?
Please note that overtime is not an option for Passion Projects. If you are doing no other
work for Schoolhouse of Wonder, you may work up to 40 hours per week. If you are
currently working for Schoolhouse of Wonder, your total hours may not exceed 40 hours
without prior approval from the Executive Director.
Material Costs
What materials will you need to complete this project? Include all supplies and materials
needed, even if it is something you think or know we own (drill, cross-cut saw, etc).
Please list materials needed, where you plan to get supplies, and cost.
Materials
Source
Cost
Total Proposed Cost of Project (please total all materials and labor):
By what date will you complete this project?
What specifically is being created (documents, physical objects, manuals, etc)? What
is the final product? We’ll know this project is completed when we receive…