1. Mr. Kevin Finnegan
Director of Parks
Naperville Park District
500 W. Jackson Ave
Naperville, IL 60540
RE: READ FOR PROJECT APPROVAL
Dear Mr. Finnegan,
The North Central College Outdoor Venture Club came up with the idea of teaming
together to build a 10x10 Storage Shed in the Park of your approval. This will
provide a place for the Cross Country Teams to store equipment for practices and
races throughout the season vs. hauling the equipment back and fourth everyday as
in previous years. The objective of Outdoor Venture Club program is to give back to
the community that we live in whether it be service hours for local non-for-profits
or in this case to the Naperville Park District.
We are pleased to present this proposal for your review. We look forward of your
approval on this project for our club to give back to the community of Naperville in
which us college students live in throughout our years here at North Central.
Naperville has many parks, those of which are lovely beautified. It has come to our
attention that Naperville Central Cross Country Team needs to claim either Seager
Park and/or Knock Knolls Park as a course for their Cross Country runners to not
only race in but also practice in throughout the Cross Country Season. Partnering
with Naperville Central High School,
We have heard numerous responses from the community of Naperville all for the
project in building a storage shed. We are also seeking to any community
volunteers to help us build it as well. Our project will cost around $1,812.07 in
funding to obtain the designated materials, tools and equipment, along with
supplies such as food and water for our volunteers. The project should estimate
around 5 to 8 workdays weather permitting.
We appreciate the Naperville Park District’s mission by providing recreation and
park experiences that enrich the quality of life for our community. Please give me a
call at 224-406-6290 if you require any further information or have any questions
concerning this proposal.
Thank you,
Timothy Skladzien
Club President
Outdoor Venture Club
30 N. Brainard St.
Naperville, IL 60540

2. ProjectAbstract
The North Central College Outdoor Venture Club in Naperville, IL is seeking a grant with the
Naperville Park District to build a 10x10 Storage Shed which will benefit Naperville Central High
Schools Cross Country Programs by allowing the school to store their equipment needed for races
and practices, without hauling it back and fourth with them from the school.
The objective is that by the end of the summer the cross country teams will have a potential
practice/ meet area storage shed used for multi-purposes. Funding in the amount of $1,812.07 is
requested to obtain the designated materials, tools and equipment, along with
supplies such as food and water for our volunteers.
Statement of Need
The statement of need should be to a project that will be used for Naperville central high school’s
Cross Country teams to store equipment for races and practices. This will make it easier for the
teams instead of hauling equipment back and fourth. It will also benefit the Naperville and
surrounding communities as the shed can be used for storage for local running clubs when they meet
during the summer and other summer camps too.
ProgramDescription
The project will provide community volunteers the skills of how to build a storage shed. It will be
accomplished by getting the word out about the project. In addition the project will consist of 5 or 6
workdays from 9am to 3pm. Weather depending. We will need about 5 to 7 volunteers each day to
make the building of the shed go by smoothly and fast. Each workday there will be a safety talk and
steps given out on how to build the shed along with lunch being provided by many local restaurants
and stores who support the community and the missionof the project.
Goals&Objectives
The goal of the project is to better the community of Naperville. In addition this project will not only
better the community it will better the parks owned and operated by the Naperville Park District.
They can even use the shed for various programs throughout the year.
The main objectives include:
1. Providing a learning experience for others who want to learn how to build a shed.
2. Better the parks look to make it stand out to people who use the park on a daily.
3. Make it easier on the Cross Country Team when it comes to practices and meets.
4. Provide an opportunity for others to give back to the community of Naperville.

3. Timeline
Activities
Submit Grant Proposal May 2015
Day 1: Foundation Set up 9am to 3pm
-Meet Review Safety and work to be done
1) Mark 4 corners for shed foundation and level site
2) Remove 2 inches of soil and level the ground beneath the floor
3) Dig post holes (with 10” auger from Mr. Bilik)
*Mr. Bilik will be helping with the auger and the Bobcat on this day
-Bolt the 2x4’s to foundation holes
*Wait for a week for the concrete to set. Then the next week we will be assembling the pre-built parts of
the shed together.
*One group with two adults with 4-6 people is needed.
Sat June
6th
Day 2:
Work at House Day 9am to 3pm
1) Review Safety and work to be done
2) Build the back wall, front wall, framing, and doorframing along with trim all (according to
instructions in the manual)
*One group with two adults with 3 people is needed.
Sun June
7th
Day 3
*Meet at Park: Location-TBA
9am to 3pm
1) Review Safety and work to be done
2) Unload moisture and gravel from trailer
3) Cover Ground with plastic moisture barrier and pour 2” of gravel over the barrier at floor site
4) Construct floor support (item #12) in plan
5) Floor Sheathing
-Nail Plywood flooring to foundation frame #13 in plan
-Unload the back and front wall from flat-bed trailer
-Nail the back and front wall to the floor and square the shed
-Attach the doors to the shed
 One group with two adults with 3 people is needed.
Sat June
13th
Day 4
*Meet at Park: Location-TBA
9am to 3pm
1) Review Safety and work to be done
2) Apply roof sheathing (item 15, figure 10) and apply roofing paper
3) Nail the shingles to the roof and apply siding to front, back, and side walls
4) Cut and nail fascia (item 14)
 Two adults,2 groups of 3 people are needed.
Sun June
14th

4. Day 5
*Meet at Park: Location-TBA
9am to 3pm
1) Review Safety and work to be done
2) Staining day!
3) Two adults with 5 people are needed.
Sat June
20th
*It is possible depending on the weather or progress we make Sunday might be another project
day.
Project work days will be Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 3pm
Project workdays will be on Saturday, June 6, Sunday, June 7, Saturday, June 13, Sunday,
June 14, Saturday, June 20, and possibly Sunday, June 21.
*Rain Date or Extra Date
The Amount of volunteers’ change each day due to how much work needs to be done.
Food and Drinks will be provided
The cost of the project all depends on the discount that I can get on the barn type of shed. It
can vary on how much equipment I will need to get.
* The only safety hazards are minimal. The only ones I can think of is someone getting their
fingers hammered accidentally when hammering
This speech will be given at the start of each day! Safety is No. 1 priority I will give a short brief on
safety.
Safety Speech
1) Wear eye protection when cutting or nailing
2) Wear gloves when loading or unloading lumber and roof shingles
3) Don’t lift excessive weight alone
4) Keep your distance from a saw in use
5) Stay hydrated
6) Communicate with team members, group leader, and project leader
7) First aid kit available; physician on site
8) If any questions please ask

5. BudgetTools&Equipment
Items
Day(s)
Needed
Unit
Cost
Total
3 Roller Pads Day 6 $2.79 $8.37
Rough Rider Day 6 $12.59 $12.59
4 Hammers Days 1-5 Have Have
Line Level Days 3-5 Donated Donated
Miter Saws Days 1-5
4 Big White Buckets Day 1 Have
Have
Ext. Cords Days 1-5 Have
Have
Flat-Bed Trailer Day 4 Donated Donated
2 Pop-Up Tents Days 3-5 Have
Have
Work Gloves All days $6.98
$ 6.98
2 Electric Drills Days 1-5
Have
Grinder Days 1-5 Donated Donated
Air Compressor Days 1-5 Donated Donated
2 Horses All Days Donated Donated
Re-tractable Folding Ladder Day 3-6 Donated Donated
2 Ladders Days 1-6 Have Have
2 Wheel Barrows Days 3-6 Have Have
4 Shovels Days 3-5 Have Have
Safety Goggles All days $1.68 $10.08
Caution Tape Days 3-6 $5.48 $5.48
Create a Sign Days 3-6 $2.88 $2.88
Total $46.38

6. Budget:MaterialsforProject
Items
Day(s)
Needed
Unit
Cost
Total
E-Z Build Shed Kit (includes
wood, nails, roofing, and fascia
trim)
All Days $1,315.00 $1,315.00
2 8ft Pressure-treated Posts Day 3 Donated Donated
34 Multi Purpose Gravel 40
bags
Day 3 $2.69 $100.64
Pre-Mixed Concrete Day 3 $2.48 $54.56
HARDWARE 12 inch Cane
Bolt 2 each
Day 5 $4 $8
HARDWARE Six inch Tee
Heavy Hinge: 6 each
Day 5 $2.62
$15.72
HARDWARE 7 ½ inch Hinge Day 5 $7.99
$7.99
Paint Tray: 2 each Day 5 $2.11 $4.22
Paint Tray Liner: 2 each Day 5 $0.59
$1.18
Stain: Clear Base Solid/ Taupe:
2 Gallons
Day 5 $19.97
$39.94
Total $1,547.25

7. Budget:Supplies
Items
Donated/
Bought
From
Money Total
Bakery Goods
Touch of Sweets
Bakery
Donated
Food: Lunch=Assorted
Burritos
Chipotle Donated
Food: Lunch= Pasta,
Chicken Parm, Salad, and
Bread
Olive Garden Donated
Assorted Burritos El Tap Donated
Bagels & Cream Cheese Panera Bread Donated
Food: Pizza Lunch (Used
Gift Card for Purchase)
Connie’s Pizza
$55-50 Gift Card
$5
Trash Bags Own Supply From Family/Donated
3 G2 Gatorade Packs & 1
Tiger Gatorade
Costco Gift Card
$48.96-$25
$23.96
Chinet Plates Pack Costco $5.89
4, 12 Pack of Diet Pepsi Walgreen’s $11.00
Hamburger Lunch Standard Market $130.41
Fruit
Mariano’s $15.67
Stamps
Costco $12.60
Envelopes Skladzien Office Donated
Copy Paper
Office Depot $13.91
Total $218.44

8. Fundraising Plan:
We plan to request the following:
-Donations from the YMCA of Naperville donors and YMCA Board Members
-Community support from the City of Naperville Board Directors and Residents
-Monetary donations from community banks
-Culvers Night Out (10%)
-Chipotle Fundraiser (20%)
-Donations from local restaurants and stores for food products
-
-Donations from area store chains for gift cards to cover expenses
It is our intention to accomplish the above by writing a letter describing our project and asking for
assistance with a monetary or item donation. We will either visitthe listed venues and/or distribute
the letters within the community.
Direct Money Contributions
Funds Raised & Donations Received
On Wednesday, October 22, 2014, the story “NCC Shed Project” appeared in the Naperville Path. The
project was described and the address was provided so that people within the community could mail
a donation for project expenses. That writes up yielded some community donations. We also received
donations from neighbors in the Historic District of Naperville after reading about our project
through a letter I sent them. Donations were also received from families of friends, teachers from the
past, and people who know me from my various activities.

9. Evaluation
Provide information on the metrics that will be used to determine the effectiveness of the project or
program.
Standardized reading tests will be conducted at the start of the Read to Succeed! program and again
at the end of the school year to determine increases in reading speed and comprehension.
Additionally, those students with ADD will be tested to determine increased reading attention rates.
Volunteer Information
Members of the community:
Citizens of Naperville, Professors, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Students and Participants of the Venture
Club
-One member of authority from the Naperville Park District.
-Basically anyone who does or doesn’t have any experience is welcome.