
Executive summary
PROJECT: REFRESH365 is a Transitional Spaces collaboration with AFROPUNK x ESSENCE dedicated to the mission to curate, cultivate, and advance skateboard culture, integrating it with other artistic expressions such as music, culinary arts, and visual arts to foster a vibrant, inclusive community spirit all year-round.
On July 6th, REFRESH365 would launch a long-term initiative to create sustainable programs to celebrate the blending of cultures, revitalize, and showcase the developmental milestones of Parisite DIY Skatepark’s master plan.
As we continue to grow, any funding will be instrumental in expanding our efforts to organize and host events, maintain operational excellence, manage administrative duties, and activate enriching community programs that promote skate-culture, but also are tools for social change and community connection.
PROJECT: REFRESH365’ main objective is to demonstrate Transitional Spaces x AFROPUNK/ESSENCE shared values and provide a constant source of community-enrichment activities and programs. With AFROPUNk/ESSENCE support, Transitional Spaces will not only sustain but also enhance our ability to catalyze community development and youth engagement
Through this partnership, AFROPUNK/ESSENCE will gain visibility and recognition as a key supporter of innovative community projects, aligning with its belief in empowerment and cultural enrichment.

REFRESH365 VISION
- Develop & Execute a Plan to Provide Transitional Spaces/Pairsite Resources to Support its Operations and Activations 365 Days
- Strengthen & Support AFROPUNK’s Brand Values by Providing a Vehicle for Artist & Creative Expression
- Socialize Transitional Spaces as an Official Collaborative & Community Partner of ESSENCE/AFROPUNK Through Media
- Leverage REFRESH365 as a Platform for Broadcasting Transitional Spaces’ Mission to Advance Skateboard-Culture, Advocate the Arts, and Collect Donations.
- Capture & Package REFRESH for ’25 Sponsorship or Grant Opportunities

REFRESH365 Q4 ’24 & Q1/Q2 ’25 FUNDING PROPOSAL
QUARTERLY PROGRAMMING
- SK8 JAMS
- FREESTYLE SKATE SESH
- SKATEBOARD EDUCATION & LESSONS
- BEST TRICK CONTEST
- CASH FOR TRICKS
- FREE F&B DISTRIBUTION
- DJ
- BATTLE OF THE BANDS
ADMINISTRATION
- PARK MAINTENANCE
- WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
- OPERATIONS
- MARKETING
- GRANT WRITERS
- LEGAL
BI/MONTHLY PROGRAMMING
SKATEBOARDING
ST. BERNARD NORD SKATEBOARD LESSONS – BIMONTHLY
- SAFETY EQUIPMENTS
- SKATEBOARDS
VISUAL ARTS
- MURAL/ART INSTALLATION – BIMONTHLY
CULINARY ARTS
- SPONSOR (4) MONTHS OF FOOD INSECURITY FOR (1) FAMILY
RERESH365 FUNDING ALLOCATION



ANNUAL FUNDING IMPACT
- +1000 in REFRESH365 Attendance
- +300 Attendees Receive Complimentary F&B
- +6 Original Pillar-Murals with 3 Rising Artist/Muralist Collaboration
- 100% Unwanted Graffiti Removed
- Professional Skater Participation
- $4000+ Cash & Giveaways Earmarked for the Skate Community & Community-enrichment Programs
- 10 Young to Receive 6 months of Skateboard Education & Lessons
- 15 – 21 Bands to participate in Battle of the Bands
- Update Website with New Features & Functionality
- Develop Closer Ties with St. Bernard NORD Center & The City of NOLA
- Create Temporary Multi-market Employment Opportunities
ECO-SYSTEM “VERBALLY COMMITTED” PARTNERS

