- project leader
- Courtney M
- location
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3321 Ridgecrest(Ridgecrest Neighborhood)
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- Library in the Ground!
the project
The purpose of this project is to put a little free library in the Ridgecrest neighborhood to encourage youth academic and social development through literacy. I plan to accomplish this project with a close relative of mine who grew up in the Ridgecrest neighborhood, who has formed relationships with many of its residents. We hope that this simple, yet impactful project will create a fun and exciting approach to reading, which we also hope will have a long term effect on the youth in the neighborhood.
the steps
Once having the money in hand, our tasks are fairly simple. We plan to purchase necessary tools, equipment, and materials to build and decorate the library, such as plexiglas, paint, etc. Furthermore, we plan to purchase books for the library if enough are not donated.
why we're doing it
According to Literacy Mid-South, reading on a third grade level by the end of third grade is one of the most critical milestones in education. However, every year more than 6,000 students in Shelby County leave the third grade missing learning skills that are critical to their success. Therefore,we hope that this project will impact student's academic performance in school as well as create a passion for reading. Although, two people cannot eradicate literacy issues, it is certainly a start. By implementing this library in the Ridgecrest neighborhood, we hope to introduce innovative ideas, such as book sharing to neighborhoods that does not receive much attention in regards to these approaches. Furthermore, this project is also intended to impact the social development aspect not only of the youth, but the neighborhood as a whole.
budget
DISBURSEMENT BUDGET (5/22/15):
| RAISED = | $344.00 |
| less ioby Platform Fee | waived |
| less ioby Fiscal Sponsorship Fee (5%) | $16.38 |
| less 3rd Party Payment Processing Fee (3%) | $10.02 |
| TOTAL TO DISBURSE = | $317.60 |
| Paint | $25.97 |
| Plexiglass | $10.00 |
| Wood Post | $13.97 |
| Knob | $10.97 |
| Screws and Hardware | $25.00 |
| Tools and Other Supplies | $60.65 |
| "The Essential" Little Free Library | $174.95 |
ORIGINAL BUDGET:
| ITEM | COST | |
| "The Essential" Little Free Library | $174.95 | |
| Paint | $25.00 | |
| Plexiglass | $10.00 | |
| Wood Post | $10.00 | |
| Knob | $10.00 | |
| Screws and Hardware | $25.00 | |
| tools and supplies | $40.00 | |
| TOTAL COST: | $294.95 |
| SUBTOTAL = | $300 |
| ioby Platform Fee | waived |
| 3rd Party Payment Processing Fee (3%) | $9 |
| TOTAL TO RAISE = | $309 |
updates
Library in the Ground!
Posted 09/28/2015 - 12:25pm
Hi Everyone,
Thanks for being very patient with us as we try to implement this project at a transititiong period (graduating grad school and starting a job in the real world!). However, we finally have the library in the ground, and will be painting this week!
It's Time
Posted 08/18/2015 - 10:51am
Great News!! The Little Library finally arrived! This week we plan to gather last minute materials, and build on next week! I'll keep you posted!
Library Ordered!
Posted 06/29/2015 - 2:38pm
Hi Everyone!
Just a quick update! We have received our check from ioby, and have ordered the actual library (yay)! The library takes about 4-6 weeks to be delivered, we will keep you posted once we have recieved it!
Thanks for all of your support and patience!
Library Ordered!
Posted 06/29/2015 - 2:38pm
Hi Everyone!
Just a quick update! We have received our check from ioby, and have ordered the actual library (yay)! The library takes about 4-6 weeks to be delivered, we will keep you posted once we have recieved it!
Thanks for all of your support and patience!
photos
This is where photos will go once we build flickr integrationdonors
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paul k.
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The 38 WMD
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C. Young
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books for everyone
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reading rules
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The Woodley's
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RJ
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Jasmine Moore
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Brodie
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jps_memphis
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Lisa E.
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Emily
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Dorcas W.
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Gene Burse
