project pipeline
Project Pipeline was born at the 2002 NOMA conference in Fort Lauderdale. Then-president Paul Taylor asked Drake Dillard and David Kirk to research and establish a plan for the camp that would introduce minority students with a focus on black students to architecture with the ultimate goal of creating more licensed black architects. The first camp was held in 2006 in Cincinnati by the South West Ohio NOMA chapter. Since then dozens have camps have been held in more than twenty cities. In 2012 a formalized curriculum was implemented nationally.
WHAT DOES PROJECT PIPELINE DO?
We guide students through all stages of design using thought provoking
and fun exercises. Students investigate through drawing and
model building, analyze through diagramming and research,
and engage through interviews and site visits. By the program’s
conclusion, students present a fully realized project that
addresses an issue in their city. Project Pipeline serves a diverse
population of students, all of whom are underrepresented in the
design field.
Our program better prepares students for college and life
beyond. Through Project Pipeline, young people grasp the
significance of architecture in their daily lives, as well as the
broader cultural, social, and historical implications. They develop
skills and tools to contribute to their community critically and
constructively. Project Pipeline has served more than 10,000
students over the last decade.
HOW CAN I HELP?
Become a sponsor
Becoming a Sponsor means empowering underrepresented youth through access to architectural and design education. Your support helps students gain essential skills, connect with mentors, and build confidence—regardless of their financial background
Visionary
Sponsor
$3,000
• Recognition as the primary sponsor of Project Pipeline on all marketing
materials, website, and event collateral.
• Exclusive naming rights for the program or specific event (e.g., “Project
Pipeline, Presented by [Sponsor Name]”)
• Prominent logo placement on event signage, banners, and promotional
materials.
• Featured mention in press releases and social media posts.
• Recognition and acknowledgment on the organization’s website.
• Acknowledgment in the annual report.
innovator
sponsor
$2,000
• Prominent logo placement on event signage, banners, and promotional
materials.
• Recognition as Creative Sponsor for the event.
• Social media recognition and acknowledgment on the organization’s
website.
• Spotlight in one social media post and one email newsletter.
• Acknowledgment in the annual report.
catalyst
Sponsor
$1,000
• Logo placement on event materials and signage.
• Recognition on the NOMAct website and in the program newsletter.
• Mention in social media posts.
• Acknowledgment in the annual report.
supporter
sponsor
$500
• Name listed on event materials and website.
• Recognition in social media posts.
• Thank you letter from the organization and program participants.
Interested in volunteering?
We are looking for volunteers to help facilitate the camp and would love to have you!
Reach out to K12@nomact.org for more information on how you
can help!
donations
If you'd like to support Project Pipeline without committing as a sponsor, any contribution you can make is sincerely appreciated. Thank you!
