Hi,
I think the problem you'd like to solve is a lot bigger of an issue to solve
than you realize. It is not something that can realistically be achieved in a
year. While I support your endeavors the tasks need to be more focused. For
instance we need a new generation pcie wireless chipset that is 100% free
software friendly (even atheros, which has been very good, hasn't released
anything, and it will probably take some convincing).
A whole system could be done if there was significantly more money to work
with. ThinkPenguin's 'in the loop' if something progresses although right now
I'm doubtful. The costs of releasing a 100% free software laptop are
staggering. The same is true for porting coreboot to just one model x86
laptop. I'm more concerned right now about maintaining what we have on x86
free software wise and scaling operations. Not only do you need people to
contribute money- you need there to be demand to make any such endevour
fruitful.