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2022-2023 GRANT FUNDING FOR HIGH IMPACT DE&I PROJECTS
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Organization Name :*
Y e ar Establishe d:*
Fiscal Age nt, if diffe re nt than abov e :*
Tax ID #:*
Docume nt Ce rtifying Fe de ral Tax-Exe mpt status, if applicable
Name of Exe cutiv e Dire ctor (or highe st le ade rship position)
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M ajor Source s of Funding:
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PART 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION
Make the Extra Pass Foundation
2022
same as above
883094205
Maxine Kozler Koven
150,000
Grants, Foundations, Fundraisers and % of Merchandise sales
Make the Extra Pass Foundation (MTEP) https://www.hooperverse.com/ is a 501(c)(3) charitable
organization founded in 2022, which awards scholarships, funding and grants to people and organizations
who are unlocking the potential of children and teens within their neighborhoods through athletics. MTEP
is a division of the Hooperverse https://www.hooperverse.com/, founded by NBA player Nico Mannion
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nico_Mannion and local SLO residents Jeremy Koven and Cameron Katal.
Starting with the basketball community, MTEP is empowering existing teams and leagues as well as
creating developmental programs and leagues for student athletes. The targeted recipients of the efforts
of the MTEP foundation are families with children (boys, girls and non-bianary) from approx. age 8 to 18
from underserved and at risk communities that don’t have the privately funded resources and networks for
children to experience the growth, development and self-esteem that comes from playing sports, being
part of a team and developing life skills. We are leveling the playing field and democratizing access to
athletics, training and team play by providing financial support for high quality athletic and academic
resources, athletic equipment, league fees, health, wellness and nutrition. We also seek to partner with
like-minded organizations and their communities to create even greater impact together. Recipients and
Partners include: The Watts Skill Academy https://wattsskillsacademy.net/ basketball program for boys &
girls in South Central Los Angeles, Inglewood College Preparatory https://mobile.twitter.com/theicpschool
in Inglewood, CA and the Rise & Achieve Youth Sports https://www.riseandachieveyouthsports.com/ in
Santa Maria, CA.
Numbe r of paid staff (full- or part-time ):
Numbe r of v olunte e rs:
Name of Board Pre side nt or Chair:
Organizational Le ade rship Chart *
Name of Pe rson comple ting this Application:
Organization M ailing Addre ss:*
Phone :*
E-mail:*
Brie fly de scribe your organization’s mission, primary activ itie s, and ope rating structure s.
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Andrew Drew Koven
MTEP - Board Org Chart.png 199.83KB
Maxine Kozler Koven
City
San Luis Obispo
State / Province / Region
CA
Postal / Zip Code
93401
Country
USA
Street Address
173 Cross St Suite 200
Address Line 2
9178566720
maxi@ldrventures.com
Mission
Focusing on basketball, MTEP is empowering existing teams and leagues as well as creating youth
programs and leagues for student athletes.
The targeted recipients of our efforts are families with children (boys, girls and non-bianary) from approx.
age 8 to 18 from underserved and at risk communities that don’t have the privately funded resources and
networks for children to experience the growth, development and self-esteem that comes from playing
sports, being part of a team and developing life skills.
Primary Activities
We are leveling the playing field and democratizing access to athletics, training and team play by providing
financial support for high quality athletic and academic resources, athletic equipment, league fees, health,
wellness and nutrition.
MTEP foundation provides funding to individuals and teams/programs that offer athletic opportunities to
children (boys, girls and non-bianary) from approximately age 8-18.
Sponsoring team uniforms, tournament fees, league fees, programs, camps and donating equipment
among other needs.
The directors of the MTEP foundation seek partners and opportunities to work with organizations that are
providing children with structured programs in athletics, specifically around basketball. We target
organizations that serve children and families that do not have the resources to pay for those programs.
Operating structures
De scribe the community(ie s) your organization supports.
Name of DE&I Proje ct *
Est. numbe r of pe ople se rv e d through this proje ct:*
Est. numbe r of SLO CITY RESIDENTS se rv e d through this proje ct *
The Nico Mannion Hooperverse Recreational Basketball League is based in San Luis Obispo, CA.
Sunday, Oct 23rd will be the official kick-off event with a community park takeover and draft day for the
league.
“Warmup” events will be held ahead of the Oct 23rd, 2022 event to integrate into and expand the
basketball community for the city of SLO.
Signup for the league will take place from September 7th to Nov 15th, 2022.
The league will run for 16 weeks from Nov 2022 to March 2023.
Practices will be a minimum of one day per week.
Games will be on the weekends, a min of one game per weekend.
Professional NBA players (Nico Mannion, Horace Grant) and WNBA player (Cheyenne parker) will be
among the top level talent that will be participating in the league at special sessions to coach as well as
creating messages to encourage the participants.
Budget
Pending final enrollment numbers, the league will consist of 150-200 children with 10 children per team
The Make the Extra Pass Foundation would like to offer 60* scholarships to cover the cost of league fees,
uniforms, snacks, beverages and other needs for children/families that cannot afford them
$520. per child covers all costs pro-rata to be in the league.
*Based on enrollment applications and need, if the City of SLO DE&I grant does not fully fund the
scholarships for 60 children, the MTEP foundation will look to other funding sources to cover the
scholarships and/ or may need to reduce the number of scholarships granted.
If less than 60 children apply for the scholarship, we will be able to use the additional funding for items
such as: private training sessions and equipment (sneakers, socks, jerseys, etc.), transportation stipend
and other resources for the families that did apply.
The remaining children/families participating in the league will be paying full fees to cover the remaining
operating costs.
Costs include but are not limited to: software to run the league, uniforms, coaches, trainers, referees,
equipment, court fees, tournament fees, marketing & PR, administrative fees, insurance.
We are actively in conversation with several athletic brands and foundations for the purpose of
contributing products and/ or funding including: PUMA, Under Armour, SC30 / Stephen Curry Foundation.
Please be specif ic in the population and geographic area.
The Make the Extra Pass foundation is focused on helping children and families in underserved and at risk
communities who can not afford to be part of a basketball program. We specifically target communities with
lower income, children on the bubble academically and socially as well as those that are first generation
including Bilingual / ESL homes.
PART 2: PROJECT INFORMATION
MTEP Scholarships for the Nico Mannion Hooperverse Basketball League
60
60
Total Proje ct Cost:*
AM OUNT OF CITY FUNDING REQUESTED:*
De scribe your propose d proje ct or program.
De scribe the community the proje ct will support.
De scribe the e quity gaps and community ne e ds this proje ct will addre ss.
In the table below briefly list 2-3 methods of evaluation and indicators of success or
measurable outcomes.
M e thods of Ev aluation Indicators of Succe ss / M e asurable Outcome s
31,200
31,200
Specify w hat the requested f unds w ill be used f or, the need for this project, the number of people impacted. Include a project plan, if available.
The Nico Mannion Hooperverse League is a recreational youth basketball league for boys, girls and non-
bianary children ages 8-14 years old, located in the city San Luis Obispo, California. With the help of
Cheyenne Parker (WNBA), Horace Grant (4 time NBA Champion), and our local basketball experts, Nico
and the Hooperverse team are creating an environment where children learn, grow, and develop life skills
as students and athletes.
The league is designed to be a source of fun and enjoyment for the community’s youth, while building their
character and confidence. We strive to teach the youth life lessons that have value beyond the basketball
court. As experienced professionals, we are here to lend our time and resources to strengthen children’s
abilities to develop to their full potential, enhance their talents and increase their skills in any recreational
sport and more importantly life.
The league's goal is to provide an opportunity for all children, in San Luis Obispo and the surrounding
areas, to play organized basketball, learn life lessons, and create friendships. Our motto is "any child can
play whether or not they can pay ''. We understand that not all families are able to afford league fees, the
Make the Extra Pass Foundation will provide scholarships, athletic equipment, and snacks for children who
cannot afford these costs.
Specify the population, location of services provided, and any other identif iers your proposed project w ill support.
The league will focus on enrolling all children (boys, girls and non-bianary) from age 8-14 who have an
interest in basketball and team sports.
MTEP foundation will focus their scholarships eligibility on children and families in underserved and at risk
communities who can not afford to be part of a basketball program. We specifically target communities with
lower income, children on the bubble academically and socially as well as those that are first generation
including Bilingual / ESL homes.
As a recreational basketball league everyone will play, not just the most skilled and experienced players.
Children and families with means and a strong network can hire private coaches and trainers to work with
their children to develop skills to ‘get ahead’ when they try out for school sports. Just like being able to
afford paying for an SAT tutor for your child.
The earlier children begin to train in athletics and are part of team sports, the sooner they build the tools
to succeed socially and academically in school and in life.
Playing on teams and in leagues with top professionals gives children the chance to be discovered by
coaches and scouts. They need the funding to have access to that network. This happens if they can
afford to be in a well connected league.
Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees
Tracking the # of children utilizing the scholarship
Example: 10% increase by end of 2021
# of applicants, program utilization, total
addressable market
Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees
Parent Survey: would they participate in the
program next year and recommend it
Example: 10% increase by end of 2021
% to estimate increase in scholarships for next
year
In the chart below, identify any partnerships/collaborations that are supporting this
project, and their roles.
Name of Partne r Activ ity/Se rv ice The y Prov ide for This Proje ct
Prov ide the time line for this propose d proje ct.
De scribe your plan for sustainability be yond the City’s one -ye ar award funding, if applicable .
Using the table below, please provide a broadly-itemized budget for your project,
including the source of any matching funds.
Ite m De scription *Total Cost *Amount Prov ide d by
City Funds *
Amount of Othe r
Funds and Source of
Funding *
1
*During application review , you may be asked for f urther f inancial information or f or proof of any matching f unds
De scribe the plan for promoting this proje ct within the City of San Luis Obispo.
Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees
Rubric for attendance rate throughout the season
Example: 10% increase by end of 2021
Monitoring attendance throughout the program
and reasons for changes to the participation rate
Example: ABC Business
Next Level - https://www.nextlevel805.com/about/
Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes
Coaching, Training and strategizes on running the
league
Example: ABC Business
Conde Training -
https://www.instagram.com/cannonbasketballacade
my/
Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes
Coaching, Training and Referees scheduling
Example: ABC Business
Rise & Achieve Youth Sport -
https://www.riseandachieveyouthsports.com/
Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes
Training and strategizes on running the league,
tournament partner
Sunday Oct 23rd will be the official kick-off event with a community park takeover and draft day for the
league teams.
Warmup practices will be held ahead of the Oct 23rd, 2022 event to integrate into and expand the
basketball community of SLO.
Signup for the league will take place from Oct 23rd to Nov 15th, 2022.
The league will run for 16 weeks from Nov 2022 to March 2023.
Practices will be a minimum of one day per week.
Games will be on the weekends with a minimum of one game per weekend.
The league will continue after this year through paid participants.
Scholarships will be funded and awarded based on renewal of the City of SLO grant, grants from other
foundations and fundraising events.
PART 3: PROJECT COST / BUDGET
Scholarship for League Fees
- 60 kids
31,200.00$31,200.00$0.00$
PART 4: AWARENESS AND VISIBILITY
How will you highlight the City's support of your proje ct?
By signi ng thi s applicaon, I ce rfy that the i nformaon containe d w i thin is true and corre ct to the be st of my
know l e dge . I agre e to comply w i th the re quire me nts of the Ci ty of the San Lui s Obispo.
Name of Pe rson comple ting this Application:*
Signature *
Title :*
Date :*
Extensive marketing outreach will be done to include all children & families in the city of SLO and the
surrounding area.
Posters, fliers, and other marketing collateral including Social Media Advertising will be used to promote
the league and encourage attendance to any child with an interest in basketball.
Posters and fliers will be made in other languages and distributed to Spanish speaking and other diverse
communities.
Materials will be created and distributed at local businesses including cafés, beauty salons & barber
shops, pediatricians, doctors, pediatric dentists, churches, synagogues and other places of religious
gatherings, sports leagues and through street teams in every community at parks and other gathering
places.
Promotion through our local vendor partnerships and network of junior coaches from the local elementary
and high schools.
The MTEP foundation will be working with local organizations including the Rise & Achieve Foundation,
Next Level and Conde Training to reach out to children and families that do not have exposure to and/or
cannot afford to play in a basketball league.
Identification of Key Parents throughout all of the elementary, middle and high schools in the city of SLO to
be ambassadors for the league.
The city’s name and appropriate logo will be added to the league’s website, banners and fliers where
applicable based on the City’s grant application timeline.
City reps will be invited to special events during the season to speak to the families.
PART 5: CERTIFICATION
Maxine Kozler Koven
Chairwoman
8/31/2022