Pre Design And Feasability For Program Space

We are seeking support from a Taproot volunteer to assist with the pre-design and feasibility phase of a classroom repurposing project. The space is currently used as a traditional classroom but is underutilized for our evolving programming needs. We would like to transform it into a more flexible, multi-functional space that better aligns with the activities and services we provide.

We’re hoping a skilled volunteer can assist with the following tasks:

Helping us refine our goals and vision for the space based on how we plan to use it

Conducting a basic assessment of the room’s layout, functionality, and limitations

Recommending design ideas that incorporate flexibility, smart storage, and optimal use of space

Advising on compliance and infrastructure considerations (e.g., accessibility, electrical, lighting, ventilation)

Developing a simple feasibility summary or pre-design brief to guide decision-making and budgeting

Creating visual aids (such as basic layout diagrams or conceptual sketches) to help communicate the vision to internal teams and potential supporters. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping us make the most of this space and ensure it’s intentionally designed to meet both current and future program needs.

This project plays a critical role in helping us advance our mission of building sustainable communities through education, financial literacy, and economic development. By reimagining and repurposing an underutilized classroom, we’re creating a more intentional, flexible space that allows us to expand and improve the way we serve our community—especially youth, families, and individuals who face systemic barriers to opportunity.

The improved space will be used for interactive workshops, hands-on learning experiences, small group coaching, and wellness-related programming. It will allow us to bring more people together in a welcoming environment designed for collaboration, creativity, and empowerment. Whether it's a parent learning new life skills, a teen engaging in personal development activities, or a community member attending a financial literacy session—this redesigned space will support it all.

Your time and talent will help us lay the foundation for that transformation. By helping us assess and design a space that reflects our values and vision, you'll be directly contributing to the success of our programs and the growth of the individuals and families we serve. This is more than just a layout redesign—it's a step toward equity, access, and stronger, more vibrant communities.

We’re excited to work alongside a volunteer who believes in using their skills for good—and we can’t wait to make a lasting impact together.

We’re fully committed to making this project a success and have already taken several steps to ensure we’re well-prepared to work with a Taproot volunteer. We’ve secured internal buy-in from our leadership team and key staff members who are aligned on the goals and importance of repurposing this space. Everyone involved is excited about the transformation and understands how it will enhance our program delivery and participant experience.

We’ve also begun compiling helpful materials to share with our volunteer partner, including current floor plans, photos of the space, a list of current uses and limitations, and a draft of the desired functionality. We’ve documented the types of programming we want the space to support moving forward and are ready to talk through different scenarios and constraints.

This project is part of a larger strategic effort to improve how we use our physical space to better serve the community. Once the pre-design and feasibility work is complete, we plan to implement the recommendations in phases, starting with low-cost adjustments and working toward larger capital improvements as funding allows. The outcomes of this collaboration will directly inform how we prioritize our next steps, pursue additional resources, and communicate the vision to donors, partners, and stakeholders.

We value collaboration, follow-through, and clear communication, and we’re excited to co-create something impactful with a dedicated Taproot professional.