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With your generous donation, we will be able to continue hosting gaming and tech events that inspire, educate, and bring joy to the community. Your support will also enable us to develop innovative programs that promote STEAM education, workforce development, and community engagement through gaming.
No matter the amount, every donation counts and helps us make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Together, we can create a lasting legacy of empowerment, inclusivity, and innovation in Durham.
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Once again, thank you for your generosity and belief in our mission. Together, let’s transform lives and build a brighter future for all in our community.
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Our Ultimate goal is $5 million dollars. Here’s an itemized breakdown of how $5 million dollars in funding will be allocated over a 5-year period to build, sustain, and grow the gaming and technology arena:
Year 1: Start-Up Costs and Launch – $2,000,000
1. Construction and Infrastructure: $1,500,000
- Building Acquisition or Lease: $1,000,000
- Renovations and Interior Design: $300,000
- Technology Infrastructure (High-speed internet, servers, energy-efficient systems): $200,000
2. Equipment Procurement: $350,000
- Gaming Stations (PCs, consoles, monitors, peripherals): $200,000
- Tech Lab Equipment (Laptops, VR/AR systems, software licenses): $100,000
- 3D Printing Equipment (Printers, recycled filament production systems): $50,000
3. Marketing and Outreach: $100,000
- Branding, website development, local advertising campaigns, and launch events.
4. Staffing and Program Development: $50,000
- Hiring administrative and program staff, initial curriculum development for coding, 3D printing, and financial literacy.
Year 2: Program Expansion and Community Engagement – $1,000,000
1. Program Expansion: $500,000
- Launch of esports tournaments and leagues: $150,000
- Financial literacy classes and workshops: $100,000
- Enhanced partnerships with schools and nonprofits: $150,000
- Hackathons, summer camps, and coding bootcamps: $100,000
2. Facility Enhancements: $300,000
- Additional equipment purchases (gaming setups, printers, classroom materials): $200,000
- Facility upgrades to support increased participation: $100,000
3. Marketing and Community Outreach: $200,000
Focused campaigns to attract sponsors, donors, and new participants.
Year 3: Operational Stability and Scaling – $800,000
1. Staffing and Operations: $500,000
- Salaries for educators, program managers, esports coaches, and maintenance staff: $400,000
- Continued staff training and professional development: $100,000
2. Community Engagement and Events: $200,000
- Organizing esports tournaments, workshops, and community programs.
3. Equipment Maintenance and Upgrades: $100,000
- Regular maintenance of gaming and tech equipment, and replacement of outdated systems.
Year 4: Growth and Innovation – $700,000
1. New Program Launches: $400,000
- Advanced coding classes and certifications: $150,000
- Expansion of 3D printing and recycling initiatives: $100,000
- Creation of new workforce development programs: $150,000
2. Marketing and Outreach: $150,000
- Targeting corporate sponsors and community partners for sustained funding and engagement.
3. Facility Upgrades: $150,000
- Renovations to accommodate new programs and technologies.
Year 5: Sustained Impact and Long-Term Success – $500,000
1. Operational Costs: $300,000
- Salaries, utilities, supplies, and insurance.
2. Future Planning and Sustainability: $200,000
- Building a reserve fund for long-term sustainability.
- Feasibility studies for expansion into additional locations or programs.
Total 5-Year Plan: $5,000,000
This phased approach ensures the gaming and technology arena’s successful launch, growth, and sustainability, while creating a lasting impact on education, workforce development, and community engagement.
