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Grant Proposal: Youth STEM Education Program

1. Executive Summary

Organization: TechFuture Foundation - 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established 2018, dedicated to closing the technology skills gap among underserved youth through hands-on STEM education and mentorship programs.

Project Title: "Code the Future: After-School Coding & Robotics Program for Underserved Middle Schools"

Funding Request: $125,000 over 18 months

Geographic Focus: Chicago Public Schools, South Side communities (ZIP codes 60619, 60620, 60621)

Target Population: 300 middle school students (grades 6-8) from low-income families, 70% Black/Latino, 45% female, 100% qualify for free/reduced lunch programs.

Expected Impact:

• 300 students complete 72-hour coding fundamentals curriculum
• 85% demonstrate proficiency in Python programming basics
• 120 students continue to advanced robotics track
• 75% of participants report increased interest in STEM careers
• 40 students participate in regional robotics competition
• 90% of participants show improved problem-solving skills on standardized assessments

Alignment with Funder Priorities: This project directly addresses the Smith Foundation's stated priorities of: (1) Education equity in underserved communities, (2) STEM skill development for future workforce, (3) Gender diversity in technology fields, (4) Measurable outcomes with strong evaluation frameworks. Our program specifically targets the opportunity gap identified in your 2024 Impact Report showing only 12% of students in these communities have access to computer science education.

Budget Summary:

• Personnel (instructors, program coordinator): $68,000 (54%)
• Equipment (laptops, robotics kits): $32,000 (26%)
• Curriculum & materials: $12,000 (10%)
• Facility costs: $8,000 (6%)
• Evaluation & reporting: $5,000 (4%)

2. Statement of Need

Problem Identification:

The technology skills gap in Chicago's South Side communities represents both an educational crisis and economic injustice. While technology jobs grow at 22% annually and offer median salaries of $95,000, students in ZIP codes 60619-60621 have virtually no access to computer science education during critical developmental years.

Current State:

• Only 2 of 18 middle schools in target area offer any computer science courses
• Zero schools have after-school STEM programs due to budget constraints
• Average student-to-computer ratio: 18:1 (vs 3:1 in suburban districts)
• Teacher capacity: No certified CS teachers in 94% of target schools
• Gender gap: Only 18% of students expressing STEM interest are female

Supporting Statistics:

Educational Opportunity Gap:

• 89% of target students have never written a line of code (TechFuture survey, n=450, 2024)
• 67% don't have computer access at home (Chicago Public Schools data)
• 0% of target schools meet Illinois CS education standards
• Standardized test scores in math: 23 percentile points below state average

Economic Impact:

• Students without CS exposure: 73% less likely to pursue STEM majors (Georgetown University study)
• Lifetime earnings difference: $1.2M average for CS degree holders vs non-degree
• Chicago tech job growth: 47,000 new positions by 2030, yet local talent pipeline produces only 8,000 qualified candidates annually
• Projected shortage: 39,000 unfilled tech positions in Chicago by 2030

Equity Dimensions:

• Black students represent 42% of CPS enrollment but only 8% of CS course participants citywide
• Female students: 51% of enrollment, 23% of CS participants
• Low-income students: 77% of target population, <12% access to paid coding bootcamps or camps

Target Population:

Demographics:

• 300 students grades 6-8 (ages 11-14)
• 70% Black/Latino, 45% female, 15% students with disabilities
• 100% qualify for free/reduced lunch programs
• 89% are first-generation potential college students
• 67% single-parent households

Selection Criteria:

• Enrollment in target middle schools (6 partner schools)
• Demonstrated interest in STEM (teacher nomination or self-selection)
• Commitment to attend 75% of sessions (parent agreement)
• Priority for students with no prior CS exposure
• Geographic proximity to program sites (transportation consideration)

Urgency Factors:

Critical Developmental Window: Ages 11-14 are peak years for STEM interest formation. Students who don't engage with technology by age 15 are 78% less likely to pursue CS in high school or college (NSF research).

Compounding Disadvantage: Each year without CS exposure widens the skills gap. By high school, students from our target communities are 4-5 years behind suburban peers in technology literacy.

Workforce Pipeline Crisis: Chicago's tech industry will have 39,000 unfilled positions by 2030, yet we're not preparing local students for these $75K-$120K careers.

COVID Learning Loss: Pandemic widened the technology divide. Students in target schools lost average of 1.2 years of math/science progress, requiring accelerated intervention.

Gap Analysis:

What Exists:

• 2 schools have basic computer labs (outdated equipment, no CS curriculum)
• 1 community center offers summer tech camp (reaches 40 students annually)
• Public library coding workshops (sporadic, no sustained curriculum)

What's Missing:

• Sustained after-school programs (3x weekly for full academic year)
• Qualified instructors with pedagogy training
• Modern equipment (laptops less than 3 years old)
• Project-based curriculum aligned with state standards
• Mentorship from industry professionals
• Pathway to advanced opportunities (robotics competitions, internships)

Why TechFuture?

• Track record: 847 students served since 2018, 82% showing measurable skill gains
• Relationships: Partnerships with 18 CPS schools and 40 tech companies for mentorship
• Culturally responsive curriculum developed with community input
• Teacher training program preparing educators to sustain programs long-term

3. Project Description

Goals and Objectives:

Goal 1: Provide foundational CS education to 300 underserved students

Objectives:

• Obj 1.1: 300 students complete 72-hour coding fundamentals curriculum (Sept 2025 - May 2026)
• Obj 1.2: 85% of participants demonstrate Python programming proficiency on skills assessment
• Obj 1.3: 90% attendance rate across program (measured weekly)
• Obj 1.4: 75% of students report increased confidence in technology skills (pre/post survey)

Goal 2: Advance 120 students to competitive robotics and advanced programming

Objectives:

• Obj 2.1: 120 students qualify for and enroll in advanced track (based on skill assessment)
• Obj 2.2: 40 students compete in FIRST Robotics regional competition
• Obj 2.3: 100% of advanced students complete capstone project (working robot or app)
• Obj 2.4: 60% of advanced students pursue CS courses in high school

Goal 3: Close gender gap in STEM participation

Objectives:

• Obj 3.1: 45% female enrollment (vs 23% baseline in Chicago CS programs)
• Obj 3.2: Female retention rate matches or exceeds male retention
• Obj 3.3: 50% of robotics competition team members are female
• Obj 3.4: 80% of female participants report feeling "welcomed and capable" in tech (survey)

Methodology and Approach:

Project-Based Learning Framework:

• Not lecture-based: Students learn by building actual projects
• Scaffolded complexity: Start with simple games, progress to functional apps
• Real-world applications: Projects solve problems in students' own communities
• Iteration encouraged: Failure framed as learning opportunity

Curriculum Structure (72 Hours Over 9 Months):

Unit 1: Programming Fundamentals (24 hours) - Python basics through game development - Projects: Rock-paper-scissors game, Calculator app, Text adventure game - Learning outcomes: Variables, functions, loops, conditionals, basic data structures

Unit 2: Web Development (24 hours) - HTML, CSS, JavaScript introduction - Projects: Personal portfolio site, Community resource directory, Interactive quiz app - Learning outcomes: DOM manipulation, responsive design, user interaction

Unit 3: Robotics & Physical Computing (24 hours) - Arduino and sensor programming - Projects: Line-following robot, Obstacle avoidance, Community problem-solving robot - Learning outcomes: Hardware-software integration, sensor logic, real-world application

Innovative Elements:

Community-Centered Projects: Instead of generic tutorials, students build apps addressing real community needs: - Food desert mapper showing nearest fresh grocery options - Bus tracker for CTA routes in their neighborhood - Community event calendar - Homework help matching system

Industry Mentorship: - Each cohort paired with 2 tech professionals (in-person or virtual) - Monthly career talks from engineers at Google, Salesforce, local startups - Code review sessions with professional developers - Shadowing opportunities at tech companies for advanced students

Evidence-Based Practices:

Research Foundation:

• Culturally responsive computing pedagogy (Kapor Center framework)
• Project-based learning outcomes (research shows 67% better retention vs lecture-based)
• Growth mindset integration (Carol Dweck methodology)
• Near-peer mentorship (college CS students as teaching assistants)

Proven Model:

• Adapted from successful programs: Code.org, Black Girls CODE, After School Matters
• Piloted with 40 students in 2024: 92% completion, 78% showed proficiency
• Evidence: Pilot participants scored 34 percentile points higher on logical reasoning vs control group

Timeline and Milestones:

Month 1-2 (July-August 2025): Program Setup

• Hire and train 6 instructors and 12 teaching assistants
• Procure equipment (60 laptops, 20 robotics kits)
• Finalize curriculum and materials
• Recruit students through school partnerships
• Milestone: 300 students enrolled, equipment delivered, instructors trained

Month 3-11 (Sept 2025 - May 2026): Program Delivery

• 3 sessions per week, 2 hours each, at 6 school sites
• Units 1-3 delivered sequentially
• Monthly parent engagement events
• Quarterly skill assessments
• Milestones: Unit 1 completion (Dec), Unit 2 completion (Feb), Unit 3 completion (May)

Month 9-11 (March-May 2026): Competition Prep

• Advanced students form robotics teams
• Weekly competition practice
• Regional FIRST Robotics Competition (April 2026)
• Milestone: 40 students compete, 4 teams fielded

Month 12 (June 2026): Evaluation & Reporting

• Final skill assessments administered
• Student, parent, and teacher surveys collected
• Data analysis and outcomes reporting
• End-of-year showcase for families and funders
• Milestone: Complete evaluation report submitted to funder

4. Organization Capacity

Track Record and Expertise:

TechFuture Foundation has served 847 underserved students since founding in 2018, with demonstrated outcomes:

• 82% of participants show measurable skill gains (pre/post assessment)
• 67% of alumni pursuing STEM majors in high school
• 94% parent satisfaction rate
• 156 students placed in tech internships or summer programs
• $2.4M in grants secured from Google.org, Microsoft, and MacArthur Foundation

Awards and Recognition:

• 2023 Chicago Innovation Award for Education Impact
• 2022 Code.org Equity in CS Education Award
• Featured in EdWeek for culturally responsive CS curriculum

Team Qualifications:

Dr. Maria Rodriguez - Executive Director - 15 years in CS education and nonprofit leadership - PhD in Education from Northwestern University - Former CPS computer science curriculum developer - Led programs serving 2,000+ underserved students

James Thompson - Program Director - 10 years teaching CS in underserved schools - Master's in Education from UIC - Google CS Education Certified Trainer - Developed curriculum now used in 40 schools nationwide

Teaching Team (6 instructors):

• All hold CS degrees or equivalent professional experience
• Average 5 years teaching experience
• 50% from target communities (role models)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) capacity

Teaching Assistants (12 college students):

• CS majors from UIC, Northwestern, DePaul
• Near-peer mentors (ages 19-23)
• Paid positions ($18/hour) providing job experience
• Required training: 20 hours on pedagogy and cultural responsiveness

Infrastructure and Resources:

Facilities:

• Partnership agreements with 6 middle schools for after-school space
• Average classroom size: 25 students, adequate for 1:6 student-to-instructor ratio
• Secure equipment storage at each location
• Wi-Fi connectivity verified at all sites

Technology:

• Will purchase 60 new laptops (Dell or Lenovo, $800 each)
• 20 robotics starter kits (LEGO Mindstorms or VEX, $1,200 each)
• Software: All open-source or educational licenses (Scratch, Python IDLE, VS Code)
• Learning platform: Custom LMS built on Moodle (open-source)

Administrative:

• Accounting: Outsourced to nonprofit specialist firm
• Insurance: $2M general liability, $1M professional liability
• Compliance: Annual audits, all required nonprofit filings current
• Capacity: Managed similar-sized grants from Google.org and MacArthur Foundation

Partnerships and Collaborations:

School Partners (6 Middle Schools):

• Formal MOUs with principals committing space and student recruitment support
• Teacher liaisons designated at each school
• Integration with school-day learning objectives

Corporate Partners (12 Tech Companies):

• Google: Curriculum consultation and mentorship program
• Salesforce: Employee volunteers (40 mentors committed)
• Microsoft: Software donations and facility access for field trips
• Local startups: Career exposure and internship pathways

University Partners:

• UIC Computer Science Department: Teaching assistants, curriculum review
• Northwestern School of Education: Program evaluation partnership
• DePaul: Student volunteers and equipment donations

Community Partners:

• Harold Washington Library: Supplementary weekend sessions
• South Side YMCA: Summer program continuation
• After School Matters: Joint programming and best practice sharing

Past Successes Demonstrating Capacity:

2022-2024: Microsoft-Funded Pilot Program - Served 127 students across 2 schools - Results: 88% completion rate, 74% showed proficiency, 89% parent satisfaction - Budget: $45,000 managed efficiently with zero compliance issues - Evaluation: External evaluator confirmed outcomes exceeded targets by 23%

2023: Google.org Grant ($75,000) - Summer intensive coding camp for 80 students - Results: 67% of participants enrolled in CS courses following year - Delivered on time and under budget (returned $4,200 unused funds) - Published case study adopted by 12 other organizations

Track Record:

• 6 consecutive years of successful grant management
• Zero audit findings or compliance issues
• 94% grant renewal rate (funders continue supporting us)
• On-time reporting: 100% of interim and final reports submitted by deadline

5. Budget Narrative

Detailed Line Items:

Personnel ($68,000 - 54% of budget):

Program Director (0.5 FTE): $35,000 - Oversees program implementation across 6 sites - Manages instructor team and curriculum delivery - Coordinates with school partners and funders - Justification: Essential leadership ensuring quality and consistency

Lead Instructors (6 part-time, 15 hrs/week): $27,000 - $15/hour × 15 hours/week × 30 weeks × 6 instructors - Deliver curriculum at assigned school sites - Justification: 1:25 student-instructor ratio required for effective hands-on learning

Teaching Assistants (12 college students): $6,000 - $18/hour × 6 hours/week × 30 weeks × 12 TAs - Provide individualized student support - Justification: Research shows 1:6 TA-student ratio increases proficiency rates by 45%

Equipment ($32,000 - 26% of budget):

Laptop Computers (60 units): $24,000 - Dell Latitude 3420 @ $400 each (education pricing) - Specs: i3 processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD (sufficient for Python, web development) - Justification: Students lack home computer access; school computers outdated - 3-year lifecycle, will serve 900 total students over grant period

Robotics Kits (20 sets): $8,000 - VEX IQ kits @ $400 each - Includes sensors, motors, building components - Justification: Hands-on robotics increases engagement 67% and female participation 89% (pilot data)

Curriculum & Materials ($12,000 - 10% of budget):

Curriculum Licenses & Software: $4,000 - CodeHS platform subscription: $2,400 (300 students @ $8/student) - Robotics curriculum materials: $1,600 - Justification: Professional curriculum saves 200 hours of development time, ensures quality

Student Materials: $5,000 - Workbooks and handouts: $2,000 - Project supplies (electronics components): $2,500 - Student take-home project kits: $500 - Justification: Students retain materials, extending learning beyond program hours

Parent Engagement: $3,000 - 4 family technology nights ($750 each) - Translation services (Spanish): $1,000 - Parent resource guides: $500 - Justification: Parent involvement increases completion rates 34%

Facility Costs ($8,000 - 6% of budget):

Space Rental: $6,000 - $200/month per site × 6 sites × 5 months (Sept-May, 20 sessions) - Covers after-school space rental at schools without free space availability - Justification: 3 of 6 partner schools require facility fees due to custodial overtime

Utilities & Internet: $2,000 - Enhanced internet bandwidth during program hours - Electricity for equipment charging - Justification: School baseline internet insufficient for 25 concurrent users

Evaluation & Reporting ($5,000 - 4% of budget):

External Evaluator: $3,500 - Independent assessment of outcomes and impact - Pre/post skill assessments - Student, parent, teacher surveys - Data analysis and reporting - Justification: Funder requires third-party evaluation; ensures credibility

Reporting & Documentation: $1,500 - Photography/video documentation for reporting - Report design and printing - Data tracking software subscriptions - Justification: High-quality reporting builds funder confidence for future support

Matching Funds:

Cash Match ($31,250 - 25% match):

• TechFuture operating reserve: $15,000
• Individual donor commitments: $12,250
• School district in-kind space: $4,000 (3 schools providing free space)

In-Kind Contributions ($43,000):

• Volunteer mentor time: $28,000 (40 mentors × 20 hours each × $35 professional rate)
• Donated equipment from Microsoft: $8,000 (refurbished monitors, mice, keyboards)
• University TA time (practicum credit): $7,000 value

Total Project Value: $199,250 (Grant request $125,000 + Match $74,250)

Cost-Effectiveness Analysis:

Per-Student Cost: $417 for 72 hours of instruction + equipment + materials

• Comparable commercial coding bootcamp: $2,400-$4,000 per student
• Private tutoring equivalent: $5,040 (72 hrs × $70/hour)
• Our Efficiency: 91% lower cost while serving exclusively underserved population

Sustainability Plan:

Year 2 Funding Strategy:

• Apply for renewal funding from Smith Foundation (50% of budget)
• Secure new corporate sponsors for equipment replacement cycle (25%)
• Launch individual giving campaign targeting program alumni parents (10%)
• Fee-for-service model for suburban schools subsidizes free service to target schools (15%)

Long-Term Sustainability:

• Teacher training program: Prepare CPS teachers to integrate CS into school-day curriculum (grant writing for this in progress)
• Equipment donation pipeline: Corporate tech refresh programs provide ongoing hardware
• Alumni network: Older students return as paid teaching assistants, creating job pathway
• Earned revenue: Consulting services to other districts on program replication

6. Evaluation Plan

Logic Model:

Inputs: Funding ($125K), Staff (6 instructors, 12 TAs), Equipment (60 laptops, 20 robotics kits), Curriculum, Partner schools, Mentors → Activities: 72-hour coding curriculum delivery, After-school sessions (3x/week), Project-based learning, Mentorship program, Robotics competition prep, Parent engagement → Outputs: 300 students enrolled, 216 hours of instruction delivered per student, 300 projects completed, 40 students compete in robotics → Short-term Outcomes: 85% demonstrate coding proficiency, 75% increased STEM interest, 90% improved problem-solving, 45% female participation → Long-term Outcomes: 60% pursue CS in high school, Pipeline of diverse tech talent, Narrowed opportunity gap, Economic mobility for participants

Outcome Measurements:

Student Skill Development (Primary Outcome):

• Measurement: Pre/post skill assessment using standardized CS fundamentals test
• Tool: Code.org's Computer Science Principles assessment (validated, nationally normed)
• Target: 85% demonstrate proficiency (score 70%+ on post-assessment)
• Frequency: Pre-test (Week 1), Mid-term (Week 15), Post-test (Week 30)

STEM Interest & Confidence:

• Measurement: Validated survey instrument (adapted from NSF STEM Career Interest Survey)
• Questions: 15 items on 5-point Likert scale measuring interest, confidence, career aspirations
• Target: 75% show statistically significant increase in STEM interest score
• Frequency: Pre (Week 1), Post (Week 30), 6-month follow-up

Program Participation:

• Measurement: Attendance tracking at each session
• Target: 90% average attendance rate, <10% dropout
• Frequency: Real-time tracking, weekly reports

Gender Equity:

• Measurement: Enrollment data, retention rates, disaggregated by gender
• Target: 45% female enrollment, retention gap <5 percentage points
• Frequency: Monthly monitoring

Data Collection Methods:

Quantitative:

• Student skill assessments (pre/post testing)
• Attendance records (sign-in sheets)
• Project completion rates (rubric-based evaluation)
• Survey responses (Qualtrics platform)
• Competition results (official FIRST Robotics scores)

Qualitative:

• Student focus groups (3 throughout program, n=30)
• Parent interviews (15 semi-structured interviews)
• Teacher observations (structured observation protocol)
• Mentor feedback (end-of-program survey)
• Student reflection journals (optional, 67% participation in pilot)

Reporting Schedule:

To Funder:

• Interim Report (Month 6): Enrollment data, early outcomes, budget update, challenges/adjustments
• Final Report (Month 13): Complete outcomes data, evaluation findings, financial accounting, sustainability plan, lessons learned

Internal Tracking:

• Weekly: Attendance and engagement monitoring
• Monthly: Dashboard review with program staff
• Quarterly: Board of Directors impact update
• Continuous: Data entry into outcomes database

Continuous Improvement Process:

• Monthly instructor debriefs identifying curriculum adjustments needed
• Mid-year student focus groups informing second-semester changes
• Parent feedback incorporated into family engagement approach
• External evaluator recommendations implemented in real-time where possible

7. Impact and Sustainability

Short-Term Outcomes (Program Year):

• 300 students gain coding fundamentals (85% proficiency rate)
• 120 students advance to robotics competition level
• 40 students compete in regional competition
• Gender gap reduced by 50% vs baseline (45% female vs 23% citywide)
• 75% of participants report increased STEM career interest
• 300 projects completed addressing community needs

Long-Term Impact (3-5 Years):

• 60% of participants enroll in high school CS courses (vs <5% baseline)
• 40% of participants pursue STEM college majors (vs 8% baseline for comparison group)
• Alumni network: Students return as mentors and teaching assistants
• Ripple effect: Participants teach family members basic coding skills
• Community technology capacity building through student projects

Scalability Potential:

Immediate Replication (Year 2):

• Model proven at 6 schools can expand to 12 schools
• Serving 600 students with $220,000 budget (economies of scale)
• Same instructors can support larger cohort with additional TAs

Geographic Expansion (Years 3-5):

• Methodology documented in 120-page program manual
• Training program developed for new sites
• Target: 15 Chicago neighborhoods by 2028
• Potential reach: 1,500 students annually

National Replication:

• Partner with After School Matters for national dissemination
• Curriculum and training program licensed to other cities
• Technical assistance offerings to support replication
• Potential: 50+ programs in 25 cities serving 10,000+ students by 2030

Sustainability Strategy:

Revenue Diversification:

• Corporate sponsorships: $75,000 annually (5 companies @ $15K each)
• Individual giving: $35,000 annually (online campaigns, events)
• Foundation grants: $150,000 annually (4-5 grants, including renewal of this one)
• Earned revenue: $25,000 (consulting, curriculum sales, fee-for-service for affluent schools)
• Total: $285,000 annual sustainable funding by Year 3

Institutional Integration:

• Teacher training: Prepare CPS teachers to deliver curriculum during school day (reduces ongoing program costs)
• Equipment longevity: 3-year replacement cycle means Year 1 investment serves multiple cohorts
• Curriculum evergreen: Updates required yearly but core content stable

Community Ownership:

• Parent advisory committee provides input and advocacy
• Student alumni association creates ongoing engagement
• School principals invested in success (counts toward their CS education mandates)
• Local businesses see talent pipeline benefit

Benefits to Community:

• Economic: 300 students gain skills for $75K-$120K careers
• Educational: Improved math/science performance (CS strengthens logical reasoning)
• Social: Bridging digital divide, reducing opportunity gap
• Community Development: Student projects serve local needs (food desert mapper, etc.)
• Generational: Parents gain technology literacy through family engagement events

8. Appendices

Appendix A: Letters of Support (5 Included)

• Chicago Public Schools (Principal of Partner School confirming space and recruitment support)
• Google.org (Previous funder endorsing program quality and impact)
• DePaul University (Committing 12 teaching assistants through service-learning program)
• South Side YMCA (Partnership letter for summer program continuation)
• Parent of pilot program participant (Testimonial on student transformation)

Appendix B: Organizational Documents

• IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Letter
• Board of Directors roster with qualifications
• Most recent Form 990 (Annual Information Return)
• Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
• Conflict of Interest Policy
• Financial Management Policies

Appendix C: Research Citations

• Georgetown University study on STEM education and career outcomes
• National Science Foundation report on CS access disparities
• Chicago Public Schools data on computer science enrollment
• Code.org research on project-based learning outcomes
• Kapor Center culturally responsive computing framework

Appendix D: Staff Resumes (3 Key Personnel)

• Dr. Maria Rodriguez - Executive Director (2-page CV)
• James Thompson - Program Director (2-page CV)
• Lead Instructor Sample - Representative teaching staff bio

Appendix E: Financial Statements

• Most recent audited financial statements (FY 2024)
• Current year operating budget
• Grant diversification chart (showing funding sources)
• Financial sustainability plan 3-year projection

Appendix F: Program Materials (Samples)

• Sample curriculum lesson plan (Unit 1, Week 3)
• Student pre/post assessment tool
• Parent engagement event agenda
• Student project rubric
• Evaluation survey instruments

Appendix G: Visual Documentation

• Photos from pilot program (students coding, robotics, showcases)
• Student project screenshots
• Competition participation photos
• Community impact visualization
• Testimonial quotes with images

Proposal Page Count: 18 pages (within typical 15-20 page funder limits) Appendices: 47 pages supporting documentation Budget Detail: 2-page itemized budget spreadsheet attached separately Letters of Support: 5 letters from partners and stakeholders