| Funding Strategy/Source | Status/Notes | Assigned To | Next Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ Organize community fundraiser/launch event | Planning phase | ||
| ☐ Identify local donors and supporters | Create prospect list | ||
| ☐ Run pre-sale/membership campaign | Design member shares structure | ||
| ☐ Reach out to credit unions/CDFIs | Research local options | ||
| ☐ Apply for city/county development grants | Check application deadlines | ||
| ☐ Submit national foundation proposals | Research Kresge, Surdna, Ford | ||
| ☐ Seek union/cooperative seed funding | Map aligned organizations | ||
| ☐ Launch recurring donation platform | Compare Open Collective vs Patreon | ||
| ☐ Develop 12-month pro forma | Draft initial projections | ||
| ☐ Track committed vs. secured funding | Create tracking spreadsheet |
This tool gives your team a clear view of how to fund your Bloc in phases—without sacrificing control to outside investors.
Assign one or two people to track each strategy. Fundraising is everyone's job, and this makes it visible.