What makes a proposal ready

• Public benefit in Dorchester and nonpartisan.

• Fits the budget ($5k) and is doable in ~2 months (by May 31, 2026)

• We can pay for it via one of our channels (vendor contract, subgrant, stipends/microgrants, goods distribution, direct assistance).

• Permission in hand for any space you don’t control or pivot to a portable/off-site version.

What gets funded (for example)

• Fix or build shared spaces: room upgrades, furniture, murals.

• Learn about what we care about: mental health workshops, tutoring, college readiness.

• Feel safe and supported: healing circles, wellness kits, prevention education.

• Celebrate culture: performances, heritage events, storytelling projects.

• Access & support: translation, transit stipends, tech access, menstrual products.

• Build our power: youth organizer stipends, leadership training, civic workshops.