The BluePrint Project is part of the Cleveland Life Institute (CLI)’s educational program to enhance social entrepreneurship of organizations with a strong social justice mission.
After registering for the “Management Skills for Social Entrepreneurs” course, a nonprofit organization will apply for the award. The BluePrint Project award is given on a competitive basis to one nonprofit organization per term.
The BluePrint Project Awardee nonprofit organization will serve as the demonstration project during the “Management Skills for Social Entrepreneurs” course, where it receives special attention assisting its planning for sustainability and impact.
A scholarship will be given to one representative of the organization to enable them to participate in the class.
Upon course completion, a grant for $1000 is awarded to the BluePrint Project organization.
The BluePrint Project agrees to issue a press release stating that you received the BluePrint Project award from the Cleveland Life Institute.
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of the Board of Directors and judged based on the criteria below:
The BluePrint Project Awardee Benefits
Scholarship
A tuition scholarship will be granted to at least one leader of the organization.
Grant
A $1000.00 grant to use for the needs of your organization.
Increase Capacity
For 12 weeks your organization will be the focus project. You will have access to the brainpower and participation of fellow students, like minded individuals that are currently engaged in the community.
Network
Each semester will have between ten and twelve guest instructors that are prominent leaders within the community representing a wide range of businesses.
Plan
A final report analyzing the strengths and growth-points for your organtization.
Feature on CLI Website
Your organization and mission will have increased exposure to the public as the featured Spotlight Story on the CLI website.
2020 BluePrint Project Organization – PADS
“It is a valuable curriculum, with experienced and knowledgeable presenters, that will give you a good foundation, and help you realize your strength and weaknesses as an organization. It is also a good way to meet and network with other community leaders.” (highlight quote)
Interview with PADS Founder Deleisa
What did you enjoy most about the experience? I enjoyed collaborating with like-minded leaders in the community.
What was your greatest takeaway? Although you may have an idea of what your organization needs, it takes time to outline your goals, brainstorm, and come up with an effective plan that makes sense and that is reachable.
How did the CLI Course impact your organization? It helped us to think outside of the box. CLI helped us with marketing ideas, executive summary, and initiating a business plan etc. We were able to look at short term and long-term goals.
What would you tell potential students and potential supporters, about the value of CLI. It is a valuable curriculum, with experienced and knowledgeable presenters, that will give you a good foundation, and help you realize your strength and weaknesses as an organization. It is also a good way to meet and network with other community leaders. It not only allows you to join, but it gives your board members an opportunity to participate and work on your vision.
