P-5471

Learn to lead project

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Project Description

Country: USA

Location: New york

Total Budget: $2,000

Area of Focus: Basic education and literacy

Activity Type: Education: Literacy

Summary: Providing support for


The "Learn to Lead" project is a literacy initiative designed to empower children aged 5 to 12 in Jamaica, Queens, NY, particularly those from minority neighborhoods facing educational disparities. This program specifically targets children who require additional support in reading, writing, and creative thinking skills, areas where local schools often lag behind those in more affluent districts like Manhattan and Long Island.

In Jamaica, Queens, there is a significant population of newly immigrant families, particularly from Bangladesh, whose children may struggle with English literacy. This project will provide tailored assistance to these children, helping them improve their reading and writing abilities while fostering creative thinking. The initiative recognizes that many of these families face economic challenges, making it difficult to access necessary educational resources.

To address these needs, "Learn to Lead" will fund the purchase of iPads and arts materials that children can use to enhance their learning experience. The project is spearheaded by Nadia Saeedi and Shamim Begum, who will implement a structured program where children engage in various activities. These include completing reading and writing assignments, culminating in the creation of essays and business plans that reflect their interests and aspirations.

This practical approach not only builds literacy skills but also encourages entrepreneurial thinking.

The Heritage New York Rotary Club proposes providing selected students with $2000K worth of Ipad count of 6 IPAD. We will select 6 students by assigning writing project of business plan of any kind as part of literacy initiative.

At the end of the program, children who successfully complete their assignments will be rewarded with iPads, providing them with a valuable tool for further learning and development. Through this initiative, we aim to empower disadvantaged children and their families, helping them to overcome educational barriers and fostering a brighter future.

Project Contact Person

District: 7230

Rotary Club of: E-Club of Heritage New York

Primary Contact: Nadia Z Saeedi

Email: saeedinster@gmail.com

Project Status

Signed
This project is "Signed". This means that the signatures from the club leadership have been collected. This project is now being reviewed by the district leadership for approval. Once a decision is made, the status of the project will be changed to "Approved".

Project listed for the 2024-25 Rotary Year.

Proposed Financing

Existing Contributions Towards This Project

Date

Cash

DDF

Total

E-Club of Heritage New York (7230)

2-Sep-24

$1,000

$1,000

$2,000

Total

$1,000

$1,000

$2,000

DDF contributions in grey are pending approval of the corresponding district committee.

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History Log Entries

2-Sep-24

System Entry

System Entry: Creation of project page.

8-Sep-24

by Mahbub Ahmad

Need Signed MoU to be uploaded to matchinggrants site, before the project will be considered. Following that, project will be sent for electronic signatures by those signing the MoU. Only then the project application will be considered complete and will be evaluated by the Grants Committee. Deadine to complete all items is 20 September 2024.

23-Sep-24

by Nadia Z Saeedi

System Entry: Project sent for club signatures.

23-Sep-24

by Shamim Begum

System Entry: Project signed by Shamim Begum.

23-Sep-24

System Entry

System Entry: Project signed by Nadia Z Saeedi.

23-Sep-24

System Entry

System Entry: Project signed by Mohammed Alam.

24-Sep-24

by Mahbub Ahmad

FINAL NOTICE: There is no signed MoU. Without this the Committee will be unable to evaluate your project. Signed MoU must be uploaded before the end of the day Wednesday 25 September.

3-Oct-24

by Mahbub Ahmad

We are pleased to inform you that the District Grants Sub-committee has tentatively approved your Grant request for the full amount of your request. This will now be submitted to The Rotary Foundation for final approval. Please do not begin the project or spend any funds for the project before the final approval is communicated to you.

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