In this unique class, we'll explore potential funding sources for teen-owned businesses, Scout service projects, environmental projects, or school club projects.  We'll discuss the difference between micro grants (often available to individuals) vs regular grants (often limited to organizations) as well as sponsorships from local individuals or businesses (monetary, or in-kind).  

We'll dive into what a Value Proposition is, and how it can make your project stand apart from other applications.  We'll discuss the different elements to highlight if you're requesting grants vs sponsorships, and what's useful to include in any application (e.g. where the money will be spent and whether it stays in the local community.)  Please note this class explores general funding opportunities, not opportunities specific to your learner's location (Outschool asks learners to not share their city/town.)

This class is highly interactive, and students will be asked to identify a real or imaginary business/service, for which they'll create a Value Proposition.  Students can interact verbally or in the chat, with their video on or off (after verification).

** If your learner needs a discount to take this class, please reach out!  If I have other learners enrolled I can often offer discounts.

A note about my classroom guidelines: teens are often wiggly, distracted, and sensory seeking, and that's totally normal! I try to create spaces that are supportive, cozy, and interactive. Because some behaviors can be distracting for classmates, I will share a basic set of guidelines at the beginning of class. I want to make sure that all students are cared for, and reducing on-camera distractions is part of that!
1)  Video on or off (after verification)!  Discussions can be verbal or in *on-topic* chats.
2)  Be respectful; don't interrupt; raise your (physical or digital) hand!  Don't intentionally distract other students (e.g. putting things directly in front of the camera)
3)  Because they can be quite distracting, this class does not allow video filters, avatars, or background changes (except blur).
4)  If necessary, I will move a disruptive student to the waiting room.  If appropriate, I will let them back in for another chance to stay in class respectfully.  If this occurs and you have questions, please reach out to Support.
5)  Any racist, homophobic, body shaming, violent or inappropriate language/images will result in removal from class.  If this happens, you may email outschool@support.com with any questions.  

A few other notes:
-  Please click your meeting link 2-3 minutes early so we can start class on time!  
-  Per OS policy, if there are no students in the classroom 10 minutes after class starts, I will log off and end class.  (If you're having tech issues trying to enter the classroom, just send a message or post in the classroom, so I know you are there!)
-  If you cannot attend, please let me know at least 24 hours before class starts, so I can transfer you to a different section (when possible).  When it might not be possible: if you ask for a transfer for a multiday class the day before it starts, and your transfer will result in the class dropping below the learner minimum, I may not be able to offer a transfer.  But if I can, I will!
-  Class recordings are not automatically shared; they will be made available when possible.  Please note, new OS policy is that a learner can't watch a video until they have attended class, unless they are a verified learner.
-  Learners are encouraged to advocate for how they would like to participate.  If your learner needs adult help (e.g. adult on screen, adult answers for child or facilitates answers, adult takes notes), please let me know in advance per OS parent guidance.