PROPOSAL FOR THE SUPPLY OF ANIMAL
SCULPTURES MADE FROM SALVAGED SCRAP
METAL FOR COMMUNITY UPLIFTMENT IN SEATTLE
1 Introduction
In a world where environmental consciousness and community support are paramount,
integrating art with social impact offers an innovative approach to addressing
local challenges. This proposal outlines a plan to enrich Seattle’s public spaces
with animal sculptures crafted from salvaged scrap metal, with the primary aim
of uplifting communities through the sale of these artworks. All funds generated will support community initiatives, including teaching women water treatment techniques, educating communities on critical needs, organizing community game tournaments, building Early Childhood Development and Education
(ECDE) schools, and providing school uniforms for underprivileged children.
These sculptures will transform public spaces into vibrant, engaging environments while serving as a platform for community empowerment. The project
is non-profit, with all proceeds directed to community groups to foster education, economic opportunities, and social cohesion, particularly for Seattle’s underserved populations, including refugees. By repurposing scrap metal, the initiative also promotes environmental sustainability, reducing waste and inspiring eco-conscious practices.
2 Background
Kenya’s rich artistic tradition, inspired by its diverse wildlife and landscapes,
has increasingly embraced sustainable practices. Artisans have turned to salvaged scrap metal to create intricate sculptures, reducing environmental degradation while showcasing creativity. This project draws on this heritage, bringing
Kenyan-inspired art to Seattle to support community upliftment.
Seattle, a city known for its cultural diversity and commitment to social inclusion, hosts many refugees, including those from African backgrounds. This initiative connects to their heritage through wildlife-themed sculptures while channeling funds to address local needs. The sale of these sculptures will support programs teaching women to treat water using various methods, raising awareness
of community needs, organizing tournaments to foster community engagement,
building ECDE schools, and providing school uniforms for children from lowincome families. These efforts align with global sustainability and social equity
goals, positioning the project as a model for community-driven art initiatives.
3 Objectives
The project’s objectives focus on community upliftment through the sale of animal sculptures, with all proceeds supporting targeted initiatives:
• Community upliftment through art sales: Funds from sculpture saleswill directly support community programs, including teaching women water treatment techniques, educating communities on critical needs, organizing community game tournaments, building ECDE schools, and providing school uniforms for underprivileged children. These initiatives aim to
empower women, enhance education, and foster social cohesion.
• Beautification of public spaces: The sculptures will enhance Seattle’s public areas, creating visually appealing and culturally significant spaces that
inspire pride and engagement among residents and visitors.
• Environmental sustainability: By using salvaged scrap metal, the project
promotes waste reduction and environmental stewardship, transforming
discarded materials into meaningful art that highlights the value of recycling.
• Cultural representation: The sculptures celebrate Kenya’s wildlife and
cultural heritage, fostering cultural exchange and raising awareness of environmental and social issues in Seattle’s diverse communities.
• Economic and social empowerment: The project provides income for artisans, including refugees, through sculpture creation, while the proceeds
support community programs that empower vulnerable populations, particularly women and children.
4 Description of the Project
The project involves designing, creating, and installing life-sized animal sculptures made from salvaged scrap metal, depicting Kenyan wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, and rhinoceroses. These sculptures will be crafted by
skilled artisans, including refugees, and installed in Seattle’s public spaces. All
proceeds from their sale will fund community initiatives, including:
• Water treatment training: Teaching women various water treatment techniques to ensure access to clean water, promoting health and economic independence.
• Community education: Raising awareness of critical needs through workshops and campaigns.
• Community game tournaments: Organizing events to foster social bonds
and community spirit.
• ECDE school construction: Building schools to provide early education
for young children.
• School uniforms: Supplying uniforms to children from low-income families to support their education.
4.1 Artistic and Environmental Significance
Using salvaged scrap metal underscores the project’s commitment to sustainability. Repurposing discarded materials reduces environmental pollution and transforms waste into art, serving as a powerful symbol of conservation. The
wildlife-themed sculptures highlight the importance of protecting biodiversity,
inspiring residents to engage with environmental issues.
4.2 Economic and Social Impact
The project provides income for artisans, including refugees, while channeling
all proceeds from sculpture sales into community programs. These initiatives
empower women through water treatment training, support education by building schools and providing uniforms, and strengthen community ties through
tournaments and awareness campaigns. The sculptures also serve as advocacy
tools, raising awareness of social and environmental issues while fostering cultural understanding.
5 Implementation Plan
5.1 Phases of Implementation
• Phase 1: Conceptualization and Design (Months 1–3) Consult with community leaders, state officials, and artisans to select sculpture designs and
locations, ensuring alignment with community needs.
• Phase 2: Sourcing and Preparation of Materials (Months 4–6) Source
high-quality scrap metal from scrapyards and industrial sites, cleaning and
preparing it for artistic use.
• Phase 3: Creation of Sculptures (Months 7–9) Artisans craft the sculptures, ensuring durability and quality through rigorous quality control.
• Phase 4: Installation and Community Engagement (Months 10–12) Install sculptures in designated public spaces and organize events to unveil
them, promoting the community programs funded by their sale.
5.2 Timeline
• Months 1–3: Conceptualization and Design
• Months 4–6: Sourcing and Preparation of Materials
• Months 7–9: Creation of Sculptures
• Months 10–12: Installation and Community Engagement
5.3 Budget
The estimated budget is (insert amount), covering materials, labor, transportation, installation, and community engagement. All proceeds from sculpture sales
will fund community programs, ensuring no profit is retained.
• Materials: (insert amount)
• Labor: (insert amount)
• Transportation and logistics: (insert amount)
• Installation: (insert amount)
• Community engagement: (insert amount)
6 Expected Outcomes
• Enhanced public spaces: Sculptures will beautify Seattle, creating engaging environments that foster community pride.
• Community upliftment: Proceeds will fund water treatment training, community education, tournaments, ECDE schools, and school uniforms, empowering women and children.
• Environmental awareness: The use of recycled materials will promote
sustainable practices and conservation.
• Cultural preservation: The sculptures will celebrate Kenyan heritage, fostering cultural exchange and inclusion.
• Social integration: Supporting refugee artisans and community programs
will enhance social cohesion and inclusivity.
7 Monitoring and Evaluation
A monitoring and evaluation framework will track progress using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Number of sculptures installed: Measures project completion and contribution to public spaces.
• Community program impact: Tracks funds allocated to water treatment
training, education, tournaments, school construction, and uniforms.
• Community engagement: Gauges participation in events and public feedback on sculptures.
• Environmental impact: Quantifies scrap metal repurposed, highlighting
waste reduction.
Regular reports, site visits, and stakeholder consultations will ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
8 Sustainability Plan
A maintenance plan, developed with local authorities, will ensure the sculptures’
longevity through regular cleaning and inspections. Community workshops and
educational programs will sustain engagement, teaching residents about recycled art, conservation, and social issues. These initiatives will maintain public
interest and reinforce the project’s role in community upliftment.
9 Conclusion
This project offers a unique opportunity to merge art, environmentalism, and
community support in Seattle. By installing animal sculptures made from salvaged scrap metal and directing all proceeds to community programs, the initiative will empower women, enhance education, and foster social cohesion.
We invite collaboration to make this vision a reality, setting a precedent for
community-driven art projects.
10 Appendices
10.1 Appendix A: Detailed Budget Breakdown
10.2 Appendix B: Artist Profiles and Previous Work
Artist Profile: Stephen Maina Irungu
Artistic focus: Sculpture, specializing in animal figures from salvaged scrap
metal.
Background: A Kenyan artisan inspired by wildlife, Stephen creates intricate
sculptures that blend art with sustainability.
Artistic vision: Stephen’s work celebrates Kenya’s biodiversity, raising awareness of environmental and social issues through recycled art.
Community impact: His workshop provides jobs and training, supporting artisans and contributing to community programs through sculpture sales.
Future aspirations: Expand his workshop to create more opportunities and
promote conservation through art.
Contact Information:
• Website: https://savannahsculputers.com/
10.3 Appendix C: Proposed Sculpture Designs and Locations