Project Proposal Requirements 

Wishing Wells Society is a continuation of one man's work - Fr. Boniface Mendes, who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the poor and died suddenly in 1998. In 2000, Wishing Wells held its first fundraising concert in memory of him & we funded a village well in Karivde, India. We want to continue to work with local on the ground partners to provide sustainable community water systems.  

Proposals can be sent by email to mary@wishingwellssociety.ca or by regular mail at Box 31 St. Andrews, Nova Scotia, Canada B0H 1X0. Proposal deadline is March 31st and successful applicant(s) will be notified by June 1st. 

When submitting a project proposal, kindly provide information in a clear and concise format.  Please note the following items for consideration when the Board of Directors decides on funding support.

Project(s) to be funded will depend on several factors, including but not limited to the following – that it: 

•  fits with the objectives of Wishing Wells Society
•  is a community-driven water project that will benefit all residents
• shows a level of community involvement (in-kind and/or financial)
• has a sustainable management plan
• shows proof of land ownership
• contains complete budget & time frame for project
• shows how the project will impact the community - women, environment etc. 

Upon approval, we request partners to sign an Agency Agreement outlining site-specific reporting, photo requirements, schedule of funding installments and further partnership agreement items. We require written progress reports and the right to inspect the project at any time.

Organizational Profile:

• Name, contact information and legal status of the organization
• Name, contact information of the person(s) who will oversee construction of the project. 

Project Description:

• Specify location of country, district, village, (include a map).
• Provide economic and/or political background of the area
• Describe the project, why it is needed and the number of people/families who will benefit
• Explain how the project will improve the quality of life in the community or surrounding communities
• Explain support systems that will ensure sanitation and sustainability

Project Implementation:

• Provide a detailed work plan including time line, inputs required and outcomes to be achieved, roles and responsibilities of partners and the community.

Sustainability Plan:

• Explain how the community will be involved & how the project will be maintained
• Who will be responsible for maintenance? Will there be user fees?

Budget: 

• Provide detailed anticipated sources of income and expenses.

Project Evaluation: 

• How will the project be monitored and evaluated?   

Please provide references of 2-3 organizations that you have previously worked with in some capacity. By providing this information, you are agreeing that Wishing Wells can contact these organizations for reference.