Startup Funding for The Foundation for Dolores

Startup Funding for The Foundation for Dolores

From Kerri Whitworth

I am launching this campaign to rally support for a new non-profit organization I am helping to establish. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to foster healthy, sustainable connections within thei...

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  • The Mission

The Foundation for Dolores (Deprogramming Obstacles to Liberty through Optimized Relational and Educational Systems), is being created to help dismantle the obstacles that restrict the freedom and full expression of love in individuals and communities throughout the world. We prioritize those most vulnerable to joblessness, homelessness, violence, and involvement with the criminal justice system. Through compassionate and impactful relational and educational approaches, we aim to empower individuals to achieve harmony within themselves and their surroundings by nurturing their body, mind, and spirit.

We offer our deepest compassion to those who have endured childhood trauma. We recognize that these early wounds can echo into adulthood, triggering a cascading cycle of toxic relational and behavioral patterns. These patterns, including those found in both codependency and narcissism, often disrupt an individual’s financial stability and their ability to form healthy connections with friends, family, and communities. 

By extending our support to all who have experienced childhood trauma—including those who are at-risk of harming others— we aspire to create a world abundant in compassion and understanding for everyone. Our commitment is to nurture a global community where learning and compassion thrive, creating dynamic opportunities for profound personal growth and inspiring each person to contribute to a world filled with love, understanding, and healing.

Vision and Expansion .

Our vision is to create a world where every individual has the opportunity to heal into their fullest potential. To achieve this, we have carefully designed a list of objectives that will be effective in helping us bring our vision of world-wide harmony into fruition.

Encourage Entrepreneurial Endeavors: Provide grants, interest free loans, and training for aspiring entrepreneurs world-wide.

Develop Educational Programs: Create resources that foster personal, community, and world-wide growth through leveraging the power of shared wisdom.

Promote Healing and Resilience: Provide tools and strategies for holistic healing, including those specifically beneficial for neurodivergent individual and those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Support Youth Involvement: Offer paid internships for teens to work in collaboration with their adult counterparts. 

Forge Empowering Partnerships: Create powerful alliances with other organizations to magnify our impact, guided by the visionary leadership of our Vision Team. Their mission is to empower local leaders around the globe, helping them craft innovative solutions tailored to the unique challenges of their communities.

In addition to these objectivesour Affiliate Membership Program will invite individuals and organizations to share their unique perspectives and expertise by contributing educational content to an online platform designed for community engagement and learning between fellow affiliate members as well as the leaders of the communities we serve. By joining us, they will have the opportunity to share their wisdom and showcase their skills. In doing so, they will become an integral part of a collaborative network of like-minded individuals dedicated to the wellness of the world

Our budget includes funding for program development, operational costs, and outreach initiatives to ensure we reach those who need our support the most.

Donations at this stage are not tax- deductible. Once our planning phase is complete, we will seek federal non-profit (501c3) status to ensure future contributions tax-deductible. 

We hold that building accountability and transparency into the heart of our operations is essential to maintaining the public's trust in our mission. We will follow strict guidelines focusing on these values and are committed to upholding the highest integrity standards in all activities. This commitment includes transparent communication about our work, financial dealings, and the impact of our initiatives. Transparency fosters trust, and we strive to remain fully accountable to our supporters, partners, and the communities we serve. By adhering to these principles, we will ensure our actions consistently align with our mission to promote love, understanding, and healing. 

To kickstart this mission, we have carefully planned a 3-month startup budget totaling $25,000. Here’s how we will allocate the funds:

Startup Budget Breakdown

• Office Supplies: $1,000

Includes stationery, printing materials, and other essential office items.

• Software and Subscriptions: $1,500

Covers costs for necessary software (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management tools) and subscriptions (e.g., cloud storage, communication platforms).

• Legal and Accounting Fees: $2,000

Fees for legal services to establish the non-profit, draft necessary documents, and ensure compliance. Accounting services for initial financial setup and ongoing bookkeeping.

• Salaries for Initial Staff: $10,000

Compensation for key roles such as a Program Coordinator and and Administrative Assistant. This ensures the foundation has the necessary human resources to start operations.

• Training and Development: $1,500

Investment in professional development for staff, including workshops, courses, and certifications to enhance their skills and effectiveness.

• Workshop Materials: $2,500

Costs for materials needed to conduct workshops, including handouts, presentation tools, and interactive supplies.

• Educational Resources: $2,000

Purchase of books, online courses, and other educational materials to support the foundation’s programs.

• Marketing and Outreach: $3,000

Expenses for creating promotional materials (e.g., brochures, flyers), social media campaigns, and community outreach events to raise awareness about the foundation’s mission and services.

• Rent and Utilities: $2,500

Monthly rent for office space and utility bills (electricity, water, internet) to maintain a functional workspace.

• Transportation: $1,000

Costs for transportation related to program activities, staff travel, and community engagement efforts.

• Contingency Fund: $1,000

A reserve fund to cover unexpected expenses or emergencies, ensuring the foundation can handle unforeseen challenges without disrupting operations

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