Visionary Tanzania – Phase 2 Plan
Building on the work of Phase 1, Visionary Tanzania – Phase 2 aims to expand the program's reach, enhance scalability, increase the autonomy of Partners and the overall system, and establish a sustainable framework for future growth. This proposal outlines the objectives, structure, budget breakdown, program flow, and expected outcomes for Phase 2.
To further shift from a charity model (providing direct financial aid) to empowering independent action, we are adjusting our grant strategy. Phase 2 will reduce the number of $200 grants to six Partners (all based in Dar es Salaam) while introducing a new grant structure of $100 per Partner for up to 15 additional Partners in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Additionally, we aim to establish up to three Community Projects to foster sustainable development.
Program Objectives
1. Support Local Partners – Provide funding, training, and mentorship to help local projects succeed.
2. Encourage Self-Sufficiency – Equip Partners with the tools and resources needed to develop their projects independently.
3. Ensure Accountability – Implement transparent reporting and progress tracking for all Partners.
4. Reality Tours – Organize tours that offer tourists an authentic view of local community life.
5. Community Projects – Develop sustainable initiatives, particularly in skills development, education, and the arts.
6. Understanding – Provide tools for exploration of personal life and life in society.
7. Autonomy – Develop a semi-autonomous system that can be replicated in other locations.
Program Structure and Team
Leadership & Coordination
• Program Director: Joyce – Overall program coordination and training.
• Co-Coordinator: Jane – Assists with coordination and training.
• Finance & Operations Consultant: Shearlyn – Manages financial administration and consulting.
• Founder: Geoffrey Adam – Founder of Visionary Society, responsible for strategic direction and training materials.
Partners
• 10-18 local Partners will be selected based on:
• Their potential for meaningful community impact.
• Their current needs.
• Their alignment with the community and Visionary Society values.
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
Total: $8,000 (excluding Reality Tours)
1. Partner Grants: $3,000
• Strategy A – 6 grants of $200 each → $1,200
• Strategy B – 10–18 grants of $100 each → $1,800
• Additional funding may be available based on project progress and need.
2. Gatherings and Workshops: $400
• Number of gatherings TBD.
• Snacks: $200
• Venue: $200
3. Guide Support: $600
Guides will assist Partners in project development and monitoring.
Strategy A (6 Partners). $240
• $5 – Training (Several partners at the same time come to the central location. Partners watch training videos. Guide supervises and responds to questions.).
• $10 – Project creation (Guide helps Partner decide on a Project, 30 minutes, and assists in filling out online Project Form, 1.5 hours.).
• $10 – Two project updates (Partner comes to central location).
• $10 – One on-site project verification and update.
• $5 – Miscellaneous.
Strategy B (10–18 Partners) – $360
• $5 – Training (Several partners at the same time come to the central location. Partners watch training videos. Guide supervises and responds to questions.).
• $10 – Project creation (Guide helps Partner decide on a Project, 30 minutes, and assists in filling out online Project Form, 1.5 hours.).
• $10 – One - two project updates (Partner comes to central location).
4. Community Projects: $3,000
Funding for three community-wide projects to be selected annually. This will support significant local needs and foster collective impact.
• Primary Community Project: Resource Center (see details).
• Two additional Community Projects (to be determined).
5. Management & Operations: $1,000
Covers operational costs, including:
• Program management (Jane and Joyce).
• Communications & tracking.
Fund Disbursement & Accountability
• Funds will be sent to Joyce and Jane, who will distribute them to Partners.
• Documentation is required for every disbursement to maintain transparency and accountability.
Milestones & TImeline
Timeline | Key Activities
Months 1–3: Partner recruitment, initial training, project kick-off.
Months 4–6: Mid-term progress review, community project initiation.
Months 7–9: Ongoing project support, partner evaluations, and updates.
Months 10–12: Final evaluations, completion of community projects, and reporting.
Expected Outcomes
• Increased self-sufficiency among Partners.
• Improved community engagement through Reality Tours and Community Projects.
• A scalable model that can be replicated in other locations.
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To further shift from a charity model (providing direct financial aid) to empowering independent action, we are adjusting our grant strategy. Phase 2 will reduce the number of $200 grants to six Partners (all based in Dar es Salaam) while introducing a new grant structure of $100 per Partner for up to 15 additional Partners in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Additionally, we aim to establish up to three Community Projects to foster sustainable development.
Program Objectives
1. Support Local Partners – Provide funding, training, and mentorship to help local projects succeed.
2. Encourage Self-Sufficiency – Equip Partners with the tools and resources needed to develop their projects independently.
3. Ensure Accountability – Implement transparent reporting and progress tracking for all Partners.
4. Reality Tours – Organize tours that offer tourists an authentic view of local community life.
5. Community Projects – Develop sustainable initiatives, particularly in skills development, education, and the arts.
6. Understanding – Provide tools for exploration of personal life and life in society.
7. Autonomy – Develop a semi-autonomous system that can be replicated in other locations.
Program Structure and Team
Leadership & Coordination
• Program Director: Joyce – Overall program coordination and training.
• Co-Coordinator: Jane – Assists with coordination and training.
• Finance & Operations Consultant: Shearlyn – Manages financial administration and consulting.
• Founder: Geoffrey Adam – Founder of Visionary Society, responsible for strategic direction and training materials.
Partners
• 10-18 local Partners will be selected based on:
• Their potential for meaningful community impact.
• Their current needs.
• Their alignment with the community and Visionary Society values.
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
Total: $8,000 (excluding Reality Tours)
1. Partner Grants: $3,000
• Strategy A – 6 grants of $200 each → $1,200
• Strategy B – 10–18 grants of $100 each → $1,800
• Additional funding may be available based on project progress and need.
2. Gatherings and Workshops: $400
• Number of gatherings TBD.
• Snacks: $200
• Venue: $200
3. Guide Support: $600
Guides will assist Partners in project development and monitoring.
Strategy A (6 Partners). $240
• $5 – Training (Several partners at the same time come to the central location. Partners watch training videos. Guide supervises and responds to questions.).
• $10 – Project creation (Guide helps Partner decide on a Project, 30 minutes, and assists in filling out online Project Form, 1.5 hours.).
• $10 – Two project updates (Partner comes to central location).
• $10 – One on-site project verification and update.
• $5 – Miscellaneous.
Strategy B (10–18 Partners) – $360
• $5 – Training (Several partners at the same time come to the central location. Partners watch training videos. Guide supervises and responds to questions.).
• $10 – Project creation (Guide helps Partner decide on a Project, 30 minutes, and assists in filling out online Project Form, 1.5 hours.).
• $10 – One - two project updates (Partner comes to central location).
4. Community Projects: $3,000
Funding for three community-wide projects to be selected annually. This will support significant local needs and foster collective impact.
• Primary Community Project: Resource Center (see details).
• Two additional Community Projects (to be determined).
5. Management & Operations: $1,000
Covers operational costs, including:
• Program management (Jane and Joyce).
• Communications & tracking.
Fund Disbursement & Accountability
• Funds will be sent to Joyce and Jane, who will distribute them to Partners.
• Documentation is required for every disbursement to maintain transparency and accountability.
Milestones & TImeline
Timeline | Key Activities
Months 1–3: Partner recruitment, initial training, project kick-off.
Months 4–6: Mid-term progress review, community project initiation.
Months 7–9: Ongoing project support, partner evaluations, and updates.
Months 10–12: Final evaluations, completion of community projects, and reporting.
Expected Outcomes
• Increased self-sufficiency among Partners.
• Improved community engagement through Reality Tours and Community Projects.
• A scalable model that can be replicated in other locations.