Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: CHARLEE of Dade County, Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: CHARLEE Program
Mailing Address: 155 South Miami Avenue
City: Miami
State: FL
Postal Code: 33130
Main Phone: 305-779-9600
Main Fax: 305-779-9608
Organization Website: www.charlee.org
Employer ID Number: 59-2302250
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 13, 2014
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Educational Services Program
Project Description:

CHARLEE of Dade County, Inc. (Children Have All Rights: Legal, Educational, Emotional) was founded in 1983 through the efforts of the Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida, the National Council of Jewish Women and the Junior League of Miami. These dedicated groups of people devoted themselves to finding a better model for foster care. What began as four small group homes serving just 30 children is now one of the largest foster care providers in the county, serving more than 1,200 children and families each year. Over the past 30 years we have kept true to our mission of providing resources and support that help abused, abandoned and neglected children and at-risk families reach their full potential.

Over 1,800 children in Miami-Dade County are currently in out of home care due to abuse, violence and/or neglect. Above and beyond the developmental and emotional consequences of being removed from their homes, children in foster care face considerable barriers to educational support.

Children who come in to our care are often performing below grade level due to placement instability, mental health issues and lack of support. Through tutoring we seek to help them overcome past challenges and provide them with the tools needed to succeed academically.

CHARLEE staff works with case managers, caregivers, and the courts to coordinate tutoring services for children in need. Our theory of change is that if a child\’s academic progress is monitored, causes of any academic problems are identified, and appropriate educational supports and services are provided; then the child will achieve improved academic outcomes and fulfill his or her academic potential.

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Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Frances
Contact Last Name: Bolanos
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 305-779-9706
Contact Email: frances.bolanos@charlee.org