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<br />Page 20 of 24 <br /> <br />23. If you are proposing to <br />collaborate with other <br />organizations on this <br />project, please briefly <br />describe their relevant <br />experience to the project <br />and/or the target <br />population. <br />TftT is collaborating with DOC NC, a youth-led organization representing <br />students across K-12 with a strong theme of environmental and <br />sustainability initiatives working across the region over the past four years. <br />DOC NC’s youth members have spearheaded various environmental <br />projects, including litter sweeps and outdoor events at Jordan Lake, as well <br />as educational programs aimed at raising awareness about environmental <br />and climate issues. Under the guidance of Duke University mentors, DOC <br />NC’s youth have successfully conducted environmental awareness <br />programs for elementary and middle school students in the RTP area, <br />demonstrating their capability and dedication to engaging and educating <br />the target population. DOC NC members are enthusiastic about supporting <br />the Shade for Schools - Orange County program and are eager to engage in <br />volunteering and internship opportunities. <br />24. a. Have your <br />collaborators/partners <br />completed projects of this <br />type in the past? <br />b. If so, what funds were <br />used? <br />☒ Yes ☐ No <br /> ☒ Funding used (Please describe): Yes, Duke University provided <br />mentorship and support for these initiatives, while DOC NC funded <br />their educational programs through contributions from parents <br />and proceeds from fundraising events. This combination of <br />institutional support and grassroots fundraising has enabled DOC <br />NC to effectively carry out their projects. <br />25. Please describe any other <br />relevant expertise or <br />capacity to carry out the <br />project in your application. <br />Our team boasts significant expertise and capacity to execute the project <br />effectively. Our Executive Director is a Certified Arborist accredited by the <br />International Society of Arboriculture, ensuring that site assessments and <br />tree planting are conducted with the highest level of professionalism and <br />care. We excel in training volunteers for site assessments and planting, <br />which are core competencies of our organization. Additionally, the TftT <br />Board of Directors has extensive experience, and they will be actively <br />involved in the program. High-level roles, showcasing expertise from TftT <br />Board members and advisors, are outlined below: <br />• Megan Pendell, Board Chair: Sustainability Specialist at Durham <br />County <br />• Jean-Luc Duvall, Vice Chair & Volunteer Coordinator: Community <br />Grassroots Organizer & Campaign Specialist <br />• Richard Carroll, Grants Coordinator: World Wildlife Fund <br />Conservationist <br />• Ellie Kinsey, Education Coordinator: Stormwater Education <br />Specialist at Durham County <br />• George McDowell, Treasurer, Board Advisor: Director of the Cary <br />Tree Archive <br />• Jacqlyn Holeman, Secretary: Program Associate at Central Pines <br />Regional Council <br />• Archana Lamichhane, PhD, Board Member: Health Scientist at US <br />Environmental Protection Agency <br />• Latha Kanchi, Board Member: Bioinformatics Scientist at UNC <br />Chapel Hill <br />• Jeff Benavides, Board Member: Director of Portfolios Performance <br />at Scale at US Green Building Council <br />• Jordyne Krumroy, Board Member: Director of Partnerships at <br />Welcoming America <br />Docusign Envelope ID: D22675F9-86C0-429B-8CAD-74E02C6C68FC