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| − | Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. Your funders want to know that you're gonna do it with or without their help. So, they value transparency the most. Once you've got people on board, it's time to create your makerspace. Your makerspace is what Romañach describes as a "fellowship of external doers." These people have power and knowledge to help you out and inspire you, kind of like a board of investors. You shouldn't be scared of them because this is your plan. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it." | + | Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. Your funders want to know that you're gonna do it with or without their help. So, they value transparency the most. Once you've got people on board, it's time to create your makerspace. Your makerspace is what Romañach describes as a "fellowship of external doers." These people have power and knowledge to help you out and inspire you, kind of like a board of investors. You shouldn't be scared of them because this is your plan. They should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it." |
== Budget Research<br/> == | == Budget Research<br/> == | ||
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So you have a project to create change in your community but you don't know how to get your school alumni on board? College alumni can be a big help and support system when it comes to getting your projects up and running. We spoke to UIF alum Rodolfo Romañach who now works with Stellup.com, a startup that connects alumni with their universities' need for crowdfunding. He said that most alumni want to help out their university, especially when they are engaged with their industry. They want to give back to their community by providing resources (not just money) and help the future of their industries. This wiki will explain the various ways that you can engage this want that alumni have with the needs your project will face.
Contents
Introduction
Firstly, your funders should know exactly what your project is. The more specific you can be with statistics, figures, and plans, the better. Your funders want to know that you're gonna do it with or without their help. So, they value transparency the most. Once you've got people on board, it's time to create your makerspace. Your makerspace is what Romañach describes as a "fellowship of external doers." These people have power and knowledge to help you out and inspire you, kind of like a board of investors. You shouldn't be scared of them because this is your plan. They should be there to help you. "Never have fear," said Romañach, "just do it."
Budget Research
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Identification
Reaching Out
seek out development offices, alumni affairs office, contact them through email, talk to professors
Staying In Touch
email lists, newsletters, social media
