SCORING
Rubric
TRANSFORMATIVE (0-5)
Is the proposal bold and ambitious? Will the solution significantly improve the quality of life for Texas residents with clear, long-term outcomes, and will it result in systemic change to benefit communities over time?
Clear vision to improve the quality of life for Texas residents. Well-defined outcomes are expected to result in systemic change and provide direct and indirect impact over time.
SCALABLE (0-5)
Does the solution have potential and a clear pathway to be expanded, replicated, and/or adapted to meet the growing needs of Texas residents, as well as communities beyond its current context and/or geographic scope?
Sensible and appropriate approach to scale and serve as a model for other communities. Offers clear plans to successfully scale and to impact Texas residents.
FEASIBLE (0-5)
Does the team have the experience, capacity, resources, and buy-in from community leaders and other key stakeholders to succeed and mitigate risks? Are the plans practical, sustainable and ready for implementation?
Offers a qualified, capable team with demonstrated experience and community buy-in. Shares sensible plans to address challenges and sustain impact over time.
EVIDENCE-BASED (0-5)
Does the team present reasonable evidence that the solution has previously delivered practical, compelling results? Is the solution proven and well-positioned to produce similar outcomes in Texas and beyond?
Evidence-based approach that is proven effective. Demonstrates a track record of success and the understanding needed to deliver results for communities in Texas.
Lyda Hill Philanthropies®, founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Lyda Hill, is proud to be the Competition Sponsor of the Lone Star Prize to creatively invest in game-changing solutions and further our commitment to improve the quality of life for Texas communities.
Awarding $10 million to a transformative solution that improves the quality of life for Texans. Submissions have closed.
