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Design and Do

Steps to Design and Do Your Project

You have 1) defined the problem you want to address, and 2) identified a project that will address this problem, contributing to the SOLUTION! Now it's time to get to work!

Planning your project requires teamwork. As a team, complete this Project Planner to design a SMART project - one that is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. You will need to coordinate on how the project will meet the needs of your watershed.

Once you have completed the Project Planner, submit it to Hero Headquarters using the form below for feedback and the opportunity to receive funding to support your project!

Open the Project Planner

Design

Well designed projects are SMART - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. Your design should address the problem you defined AND benefit your community.

Communicate

Planning for communications includes how you will tell others what you are doing (including getting permission!) and how you will document your work.

Budget & Fundraise

How much do you think your project is going to cost? Where can you get the materials you need? How can you raise the funds you'll need?

Do the Work!

When are you going to do your project? Do you need volunteers? How are you going to get everyone organized?

Take Care

How are you going to make sure your project is taken care of after you are finished? What can you do to ensure your project helps for a long time?

Check for Success

How will you know if your project is helping solve the problem? What are some ways you could collect data from your project to measure your impact?

Submit your Project Planner

Your Project Planner will be reviewed by the Captain Planet Foundation. Strong SMART projects are eligible to receive up to $150 in support and your project can be recognized as an official Project Hero project!

Submit the Planner
after you have completed your project, be sure to tell your story
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