Phase 1: Foundation & Development

Key Actions:

• Finalize 501(c)(3) setup, governance, and legal filing

• Hire LMS development team and instructional designers

• Build MVP (core platform, login system, admin tools, course modules)

• Create first 5–7 training courses

• Design brand identity and website

Goal: Build the platform, develop curriculum, and form the organization.

Projected Breakdown

• Legal, Branding, and Admin: $10,000

• Platform Development: $150,000

• Content Creation: $75,000

Phase 2: Pilot & Feedback

Key Actions:

• Launch pilot with 2–3 state GOP organizations

• Recruit 500–1,000 beta learners

• Gather user data and improve course content/UI

• Add discussion forums and gamified progress features

Goal: Test TrainGOP with real users and optimize based on feedback.

Projected Breakdown

• Content refinement and testing: $30,000

• Marketing & Pilot recruitment: $25,000

• Platform upgrades & support: $20,000

Phase 3: National Launch

Key Actions:

• Public platform launch (TrainGOP.com)

• Add Candidate, Campaign Staff, and Activist Tracks

• Launch social, digital, and partnership campaigns

• Begin national donor & sponsorship outreach

• Add mentorship and certification system

Goal: Scale nationwide and build awareness.

Projected Breakdown

• Marketing & Media: $60,000

• Platform Expansion & Hosting: $40,000

• Donor Outreach & PR: $25,000

Phase 4: Growth & Partnerships

Key Actions:

• Partner with national conservative foundations & PACs

• Add advanced leadership and media training

• Launch Ambassador & Mentorship programs

• Begin development of campaign simulation modules

Goal: Deepen course offerings and build nationwide alliances.

Projected Breakdown

• Content & Program Expansion: $40,000

• Partnership Management & Events: $30,000

• Staffing & Platform Maintenance: $30,000

Phase 5: Long Term Impact

Key Actions:

• Introduce AI-driven personalized training

• Host annual TrainGOP Leadership Summit

• Launch TrainGOP Certification for campaign roles

• Develop job placement and alumni network

Goal: Build a sustainable ecosystem and scale nationally.

Projected Cost: TBD (Annual Operating Budget)

• Platform Maintenance: TBD

• Events: TBD

• Administrative Overhead: TBD

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