CROWDFUNDING GRANT PROPOSAL – $5,000
Submitted by:
Brandon Lockamy
Author | Entrepreneur |
Founder, Primal Acoustics Media Group, LLC
Email: lockamyenterprises@gmail.com
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Brandon Lockamy, children’s author of “Vacation Vibes and Playtime” and founder of Primal Acoustics Media Group, LLC, respectfully submits this proposal for a $5,000 Crowdfunding Grant to expand an independent, community-centered publishing brand rooted in literacy, family engagement, and creative entrepreneurship.
Grant funding will support production completion, brand expansion, global visibility, and the launch of a sustainable author-led ecosystem that generates revenue through books, education, events, and digital products. This project aligns with crowdfunding values by empowering grassroots creativity, audience ownership, and measurable community impact.
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BUSINESS & CREATOR OVERVIEW
Company Name: Primal Acoustics Media Group, LLC
Founder:
Brandon Lockamy
Author Brand Positioning:
“Brandon Lockamy – Children’s Author
& Community Voice for Families”
Mission:
To empower families, children, and aspiring authors
through stories, education, and community-centered publishing
initiatives that inspire play, growth, and connection.
Core Offerings:
• Children’s and inspirational book publishing
• Author brand development and education
• Multimedia and
digital content production
• Community literacy events and
school programs
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AUTHOR BRAND-BUILDING BLUEPRINT
By Brandon Lockamy – Primal
Acoustics Media Group, LLC
1. Solidify the Core Author Brand
• Brand Identity: Brandon
Lockamy – Children’s Author & Community Voice for Families
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Tagline: Stories that spark play, growth, and family connection.
• Visual Identity: Consistent color palette, fonts, and logo
across all platforms
• Website Hub: Online bookstore, email list
with free resource, speaking request form
• Purpose: Position
the author’s name as a trusted brand beyond a single book
2. Turn One Book into a Brand
• *Vacation Vibes and Playtime*
as the flagship intellectual property
• Merchandise: T-shirts,
backpacks, coloring and activity kits
• Community Events: “Books
& BBQ” family experiences with national scalability
• School
& Library Programs: Paid author visits ($500–$2,000 per
engagement)
• Purpose: Build long-term audience loyalty and
repeat engagement
3. Build Multiple Income Streams
• Direct Sales: Bulk and
event-based sales with high margins
• Speaking & Workshops:
Leadership, literacy, and creative talks
• Digital Products:
Activity packs, printable journals, guides
• Courses &
Consulting: AUTHOR MADE™ for aspiring writers
• Grants &
Sponsorships: Fund literacy distribution and outreach
• Purpose:
Monetize expertise and impact beyond royalties
4. Marketing & Visibility Plan
• Online: Social media
strategy, email marketing, PR and media pitching
• Offline:
Festivals, partnerships, and community ambassadors
• Purpose:
Convert visibility into trust and sustainable sales
5. Future-Proofing for Growth
• Book Series & Spin-Offs:
NEW Book series and early reader titles
• Cross-Genre Expansion:
Spiritual, leadership, and adult projects
• Legacy Development:
Expansion into ClearVoice Publishing small press
• Purpose:
Build long-term intellectual property and revenue streams
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12-MONTH ACTION TIMELINE
Months 1–3 (Foundation)
Website redesign, branding kit
completion, school and community event planning
Months 4–6 (Visibility)
Launch ambassador program, 90-day
social calendar, media pitching
Months 7–9 (Expansion)
Release activity guide and merchandise,
paid school speaking, AUTHOR MADE™ beta
Months 10–12 (Scaling)
Three or more festival appearances, bulk
sales partnerships, second book launch (book series)
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USE OF GRANT FUNDS
Production Payoff & File Release – $500
Complete production
payments and secure full ownership of existing publishing assets
Multi-format & Multilingual Development – $500
Spanish and
French translations, eBook and audiobook production
Global Visibility & Events – $1,000
Local/International
Book Fair 2026 registration, travel, and networking support
Future Book Production – $1,500
Initial production for “The
Whirly Birds” book series
Marketing & Distribution Expansion – $1,000
Hardcover
printing, digital advertising, retail partnerships, website launch
Operational & Crowdfunding Fulfillment Reserve – $500
Administrative costs, crowdfunding rewards fulfillment, and
working capital
Total Crowdfunding Grant Request: $5,000
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EXPECTED IMPACT & OUTCOMES
• Increased access to diverse children’s literature
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Sustainable author-led business model
• Expanded literacy
programming in schools and communities
• Scalable brand
ecosystem generating multiple revenue streams
• Transparent use
of funds aligned with crowdfunding accountability
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“GUARANTEED TO WORK” PRINCIPLES
• Own the Audience by building and nurturing an email list
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Think bigger than books—books are seeds for larger ecosystems
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Maintain consistent visibility through online and in-person engagement
• Leverage partnerships with schools, libraries, and sponsors
• Always offer a next step for readers and supporters
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CONCLUSION
This crowdfunding grant investment will empower a proven creative entrepreneur to scale a mission-driven publishing brand that blends storytelling, education, and community impact. Funding will unlock growth, global visibility, and sustainable income streams while delivering measurable value to families and supporters.
Respectfully submitted,
Brandon Lockamy
Founder, Primal Acoustics Media Group, LLC
