Even if readers are convinced you have identified an issue that matters, they'll still want to know that you have an idea for how to solve or investigate it. Spend some time in your concept paper describing the methods you will use. For instance, your project may involve building a prototype device to humanely trap rats. Your methods might also involve activities. For instance, you may propose advertising programs to educate communities about rat problems, or sending investigators to study the extent of the issue in various communities. Remember that sponsors may be looking at numerous requests for funding. To ensure that yours is successful, you have to explain what sets your project apart. Ask yourself the question: "What is my project doing that no one has done or tried before?" Try using statements like: "While previous governmental services have explained rat infestations via poster, radio, and television campaigns, they have not taken advantage of social media as a means of connecting with community members. Our project fills that gap." You can't expect a donor or foundation to be willing to fund a completely open-ended project. Part of your concept paper should explain the projected timeline for implementing your project. For example: "February 2018: sign a lease for a workshop space. Late February 2018: purchase materials for Lock the Rat Box prototype. March 2018: conduct preliminary tests of the prototype." Sponsors want to fund projects that are likely to succeed, and part of your job in the concept paper is to explain how to measure your project's outcomes. If you are developing a product, for example, that success can be measured in units produced and/or sold. Other assessment tools could include things like surveys to gauge customer satisfaction, community involvement, or other metrics. Sponsors will be interested to see a general overview of how much your project is expected to cost. This explains the need for funding and helps the sponsor determine if the project's scope is appropriate. A concept paper is a preliminary proposal, so not every detail needs to be spelled out, but give info on the basics of costs that may include things like: Personnel, including any assistants Equipment and supplies Travel Consultants you may need to bring in Space (rent, for example) Wrap things up with a short paragraph at the end of your paper, reiterating your project's purpose, basic plan of action, and needs. Focus on the essential points you want to stick in the sponsor's mind.

Summary: Share the basics of your method. Emphasize what makes your methods unique. Include a timeline. Give concrete examples of how you will assess your project. Provide a preliminary budget. End with a project summary.

Do so by typing http://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html into your browser's URL bar, or by clicking the provided link. It's an orange button in the upper-right side of the VLC download page. Doing so should prompt VLC to begin downloading to your computer, though you may first need to select a save location depending on your browser. VLC's download site should automatically determine your operating system (e.g., Mac or Windows). If it doesn't, click right of the Download VLC button and select your operating system. It's an orange-and-white, traffic cone-shaped icon in your computer's default "Downloads" folder (e.g., the desktop). On a Mac, you'll instead open the VLC download folder. You can locate the VLC setup file by typing "vlc" into Start or Spotlight on Windows or Mac, respectively. To do so: Windows - Click Next in the bottom-right corner of the window until VLC begins installing, then click Finish when the setup completes. Mac - Drag the VLC Media Player icon into your Applications folder. Typically, this process will entail pressing a button on or below the CD tray, placing the disc label side up in the tray, and then pushing the track back into the computer. Some Notebook computers and Macs manufactured in the last few years don't have built-in CD drives, but you can purchase an external CD drive for less than $100. You'll do so by double-clicking the VLC traffic cone icon. Once VLC opens, you're ready to proceed with extracting your audio CD's contents.

Summary: Go to VLC Media Player's download site. Click Download VLC. Double-click the VLC setup file. Install VLC Media Player. Insert your CD into your computer. Open VLC Media Player.

Your accessories don't have to match the table exactly, but they should complement it. Try to stick with the same theme or type of materials when you choose your accessories. For example, if you have a rustic-looking table - made mostly from wood with an unfinished look - choose rustic accessories. These might include a vase made to look like a wooden branch or natural-looking flowers. If your table is made mostly from metal, consider choosing a few accessories that are also metal, but with a slightly different finish. You don't need to go out and buy new accessories and decorations for your table. Choose personal accessories that already match the theme or look you're aiming for. For example, if your favorite family photographs are in metal frames, use them to complement and decorate a metal end table. You can also stack up a few of your favorite books - just make sure you put them back after you read them so you don't lose your accessories! When you're choosing your accessories, keep in mind what you'll use the table for. If you're using the table to decorate your space, you can choose accessories that will take up most of the table. If you want the table to more functional, use fewer accessories. For example, if you're using an end table to flank a larger piece of furniture, you can use more accessories. If you're placing the end tables near a sofa or chair to hold glasses, cups, or something else, use fewer accessories. You don't want your end tables to look out of place in the rest of the room. Make sure that the table accessories match your other decor. For example, if your house has a country feel to it, white or wooden end tables that look slightly unfinished will go well with similarly rustic accessories. If your home is more modern, choose sleek end tables with simple accessories.

Summary: Decorate the table to complement its material. Include accessories with personal meaning. Consider what you'll use the table for. Match your table accessories to your other decor.

Stretch your shoes overnight by filling them with water, then freezing them. The easiest way to do that is to place a resealable plastic bag that's about halfway full of water into the shoe. Make sure the bag is sealed tightly so you don't spill any water in the inside of the shoe, as this could damage the insole. If you're concerned the bag might break, use 2 bags instead, placing one inside the other. You can try this with any type of shoe, but it might work better for open-toe, peep-toe, or athletic styles. If the toe box on your shoes is very narrow, it might be hard to arrange the bag so it reaches all the way down into the shoe, and it might not stretch evenly. Leave the shoes in the freezer for several hours or overnight. Give the shoes enough time to make sure the water is frozen completely solid. Putting your shoes on a tray or a baking sheet will keep the bottom of your shoes from touching a surface your food might come in contact with. You can also place them into a large bag or on a sheet or parchment paper. However, you can just put them directly into the freezer, if you want. Once the ice is completely frozen, take the shoes out of the freezer. Leave them in a warm, dry place for about 15-30 minutes, or until the ice starts to melt. Then, wiggle the bag back and forth until you can remove it from the shoe. It's better not to let the ice thaw out all the way. If there are any holes in the bag, the water could leak into the shoe and damage it.
Summary: Fill a resealable bag halfway with water and place it in the shoe. Place the shoes onto a tray and place the tray in the freezer. Leave the shoes at room temperature for 15-30 minutes, then remove the bag.