Community Impact and Foundation Insights

The I Live Here Foundation started small, funded initially by its founder, to explore a concept without external financial support. As the project grew, the need for expansion became evident to cover more stories and address community needs. The foundation aims to empower communities through creative writing, with initiatives like the Maloi project in a juvenile prison, supported by Chris Abani and Causecast.

What was the initial funding source for the I Live Here Foundation?

• Crowdfunding

• A government subsidy

• A large grant from a corporation

• Personal financing by the founder

Why did the founder feel uncomfortable asking for money initially?

• They wanted to keep the project secret

• They had enough personal funds

• They were unsure of the project's success

• They received a large donation

What was one of the main reasons for starting the foundation?

• To publish more books

• To create a new charity

• To build schools

• To start a business

How did the founder feel about the communities they visited?

• Overwhelmed

• Responsible

• Indifferent

• Disconnected

What was the foundation's approach to giving back to the community?

• Building infrastructure

• Organizing sports events

• Providing creative writing opportunities

• Offering financial aid

What impact does creative writing have on the community, according to the foundation?

• It causes conflict

• It empowers individuals

• It creates competition

• It isolates people

Who contributed to the Burma chapter and helped develop the curriculum?

• A famous actor

• A local teacher

• A government official

• Chris Abani

Where is the curriculum developed by Chris Abani being implemented?

• In a university

• In a juvenile prison

• In a local school

• In a community center

Who funded the curriculum project for the juvenile prison?

• The government

• The foundation itself

• A private donor

• Causecast