Project California

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What will I do at Project Impact So Cal?

We are going to focus on growing in our walks with God, doing Bible studies, learning life-on-life skills, and serving in the local church all while working and earning money for school. This will be a challenging yet rewarding summer. You will make friends from other schools around you, grow in discipleship and have a lot of fun!

Where is Project Impact So Cal?

The project location for California is in Costa Mesa, which is part of the beach cities of Newport, Huntington, etc. Project will be held at Vanguard University.

What are the living arrangements?

Students will live in campus apartments with their small group and staff leader for the summer.

When are the dates for Project Impact So Cal?

Project Impact will be May 31 through July 28. (Small group leaders report May 29) Participants need to arrive at Project on May 31 between the hours of 12pm and 5pm.

Traveling to Costa Mesa

We strongly recommend you bring your own vehicle.

We will be e-mailing everyone a list of the other students’ email addresses so you can arrange to caravan or carpool if needed.

If you fly please fly into John Wayne International Airport (also known as Santa Ana Airport).

If you need to be picked up at the airport please send us your flight number, carrier, and time of arrival. Please e-mail

How much does Project Impact So Cal cost?

It will cost $2400 plus a $30 application fee. Once you are accepted you will receive a fundraising packet to help you raise the money that you need for Project.

When do I apply for Project?

You can apply right now! You must have three confidential references (one MUST be from your campus minister) submitted for project. Ask people to do a reference for you at least two weeks before when you would like them to respond by. You can send them the reference form to fill out and they may return it to electronically. The application deadline for Project Impact So Cal is FEBRUARY 15th. Due along with your application is a $30 non-refundable application fee.

Below is the payment schedule:

Date	Amount	Description
2/15	$30	Non-refundable Application Fee Deadline (does not count towards $2400)
3/1	$200	Acceptance of Project Impact Assignment
4/1	$500	Payment #2
5/1	$500	Payment #3
6/1	$1200	Payment #4

NOTE: Students may apply past the 2/15/12 deadline based on space availability.

Please make checks payable to "Christian Challenge" and send them to:

Project Impact

P.O. Box 1791

Monterey Park, CA 91754

Cancellation Penalty Schedule

3/1 to 4/1: 100% (less Application fee)
4/1 to 5/1: $200
5/1 to 6/1: $500

Fundraising Packet

Because we know money is a major concern for you and your parents, we have created a special Fundraising Packet to help you successfully raise support. This packet is a step-by-step guide to fundraising —complete with sample letters and contact cards. Once you have been accepted, you can download the packet, then just personalize and print! PLEASE don't procrastinate!