Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: UTOPIA RESOURCE CENTER GREATER NY INC
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Utopia
Mailing Address: 576 E 165th St
City: Bronx
State: NY
Postal Code: 10456
Main Phone: 3478399968
Main Fax:
Organization Website: utopiaresourcecenter.org
Employer ID Number: 833737500
Organization Tax Status: Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/30/2024
Requested Amount: 8.000

Project Title: Utopia Timely Intervention for Children (UTIC)
Project Description:

The purpose of Utopia Timely Intervention for Children (UTIC) is to facilitate the early identification of Developmental Issues in children ages 0 – 5 so that life-changing strategies can be implemented at the optimum time. UTIC will also focus on Workforce Skill Development by teaching a variety of professionals (from 50 different home-based providers) that regularly interact with young children to recognize early warning signs & provide resources to the most vulnerable members of our communities.

If a child has a developmental delay, there are therapies that can help him thrive. In communities with high levels of poverty, health disparities & minority populations, developmental disabilities are often not detected in early childhood. This means that children don’t get the help they need right away, making it hard for them to learn, making developmental delays worse & having life-long implications.

Total Project Budget: 12,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Private and government grants

Project Duration: 1 YEAR
Geographical Area Served: BRONX, NY
Age Group To Be Served: 0-3

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: IVY
Contact Last Name: BROWN
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 7185032768
Contact Email: utopiaresource@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: YNOTT Foundation (Youth Needing Organ & Tissue Transplants
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 2221 Peachtree Rd NE, STE D-197
City: Atlanta
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 30349
Main Phone: 888-399-3336
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.YNOTT.org
Employer ID Number: 75-3249473
Organization Tax Status: Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 01/30/2024
Requested Amount: 7,500

Project Title: YNOTT? Connect Patient & Family Support Site
Project Description:

YYNOTT? Connect is our interactive, exclusive on-line community that Involves, Educates, and Unites pediatric transplant patients, parents, and health professionals. YNOTT? Connect is a place where patients and parents will have the opportunity to listen and engage with others so they’re not alone. They can seek advice, give advice, or listen to other people’s stories and see how their lives have been affected. They also have the ability to post encouraging messages, quotes, and videos.

Total Project Budget: 115,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): CareDX INC, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Egenesis Bio, One Vision Investment Group,

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Nationally
Age Group To Be Served: Youth "0-24"

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Edward
Contact Last Name: Drake II
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 888-399-3336
Contact Email: e.drakeii@ynott.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Wear it Well
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 311 Government Street
City: Tupelo
State: Mississippi
Postal Code: 38801
Main Phone: 9015046133
Main Fax:
Organization Website: wearitwell.org
Employer ID Number: 821277153
Organization Tax Status: Tax-Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/29/2024
Requested Amount: 5,000.00

Project Title: Health is Wealth
Project Description:

The primary mission of Wear It Well is to educate, inspire and motivate individuals facing cancer and other life-altering illnesses or occurrences. We strive to enhance their quality of life, offer supportive resources, and provide immediate services that oftentimes meet life sustaining necessities. Through our programs individuals are rejuvenated mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually to overcome circumstances.
At Wear it Well we strive to give our clients the very best service in the mist of their trouble. We have programs designed to help restore individuals and families that have encountered a life altering situation. We are partners with several businesses that assist us with serving the community in their time of despair. Wear it Wear serves as a hub for resources throughout the community, we work with other entities offering goods and / or services as well to ensure we are meeting the needs of those that need us.

Total Project Budget: 25,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Yearly Fundraising

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Northeast Mississippi – Memphis, TN
Age Group To Be Served: 10 and up

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: April
Contact Last Name: Rawls
Contact Title: Director
Contact Phone: 4044506387
Contact Email: april@wearitwell.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Communities In Schools of Greater King County
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1055 S. Grady Way
City: Renton
State: WA
Postal Code: 98057
Main Phone: 425-278-8582
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://gkc.ciswa.org/
Employer ID Number: 91-1689158
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: January 29, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Homeless Unaccompanied Minor Advocate
Project Description:

CIS was founded as a social justice organization over 40 years ago. Our purpose is to provide resources and supports for historically marginalized students to address inequalities prevalent in our educational system. The project we are requesting funding for is our focus on homeless High School students.
Homelessness is a devastating circumstance for anyone, but for youth on their own, known as unaccompanied minors, the stresses are multiplied. The myriad of challenges faced, and multilayered trauma puts this vulnerable population at-risk of academic failure and 87% more likely of dropping out of school and those without a high school diploma are 4.5 times more likely to experience homelessness later in life.
Last school year, there were over 70 homeless unaccompanied minors identified in the Renton School District. These were students under age 18 without a legal guardian and did not have a permanent address., three years ago the school district approached us to explore how we can provide these students the unique supports they need to achieve their full potential,
Over the last three years, there has been a 110% increase in unaccompanied minors identified within the Renton School District – these are students under age 18 without a legal guardian and did not have a permanent address. With this vulnerable population increasing every year and not getting the funding or support they need, three years ago we implemented a position solely dedicated to working with this population. This position travels to all four Renton high schools and meets weekly with a caseload of 50+ to discuss and develop strategies to overcome challenges they are facing, monitor academic progress to ensure graduation, and develop post high school plans. Since implementing this position, 190 unaccompanied minors have been case-managed and 71 were seniors who all graduated on-time.

Total Project Budget: $82,410

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed Renton School District: $42,000

Project Duration: Aug. 25-June 30 (annual project)
Geographical Area Served: South King County – Renton, WA
Age Group To Be Served: 15-19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jaime
Contact Last Name: Greene
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 425-278-8580
Contact Email: jaime@cisgkc.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Agape Allens Foundation II
Legal Name (if Different): n/a
Also Known As: Agape Allens Foundation II
Mailing Address: 2415 Providence Church Road
City: Salisbury
State: NC
Postal Code: 28146
Main Phone: (704) 224-0895
Main Fax: n/a
Organization Website: https://www.theagapeallensfoundation2.org/
Employer ID Number: 87-4432518
Organization Tax Status: 509 (a) (2)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: January 29, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: U Matter 2
Project Description:

U Matter 2 Tech & Sensory Groups
This proposal aims to introduce a comprehensive program designed to enhance the sensory and vocational skills of developmentally disabled students through the integration of computer technology, online programs, podcasting, and gaming creation. By leveraging these tools, we intend to create an inclusive learning environment that fosters creativity, cognitive development, and real-world vocational readiness. Adaptive Technology Labs: Equipped with computers, assistive devices, and specialized software to accommodate diverse needs. Online Learning Modules:
Accessible online programs tailored to the developmental level of each student. Podcasting Workshops: Introduction to basic podcasting techniques, including recording, editing, and publishing. Encourage students to share their thoughts, stories, and experiences through podcast creation. Gaming Creation Workshops: Hands-on sessions using user-friendly game development platforms. Foster teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity through collaborative game-creation projects. Vocational Training Partnerships: Collaborate with local businesses and vocational training programs to offer real-world experiences. Provide opportunities for Internships, job shadowing, and skill development in relevant industries.

Total Project Budget: 10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): United Way Charlotte (Committed) Truist Foundation (Potential)

Project Duration: August-June 2024
Geographical Area Served: Rowan and Mecklenburg Areas
Age Group To Be Served: 12-19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Zacharias
Contact Last Name: Allen Sr.
Contact Title: CEO/Founder
Contact Phone: 704-224-0895
Contact Email: theagapeallensFoundation2@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 2525 Nevada Ave N Suite 304
City: Golden Valley
State: MN
Postal Code: 55427
Main Phone: 763-546-8051
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.mnmilkbank.org
Employer ID Number: 46-0845657
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/29/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: More Efficiency for Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies
Project Description:

The Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies (MMBB) mission is to improve infant health outcomes by ensuring that medically vulnerable babies in MN have access to safely pasteurized life-giving donor human milk (PDHM) when mother’s milk is unavailable or in low supply. MMBB is accredited by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) and is licensed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as a food manufacturer to ensure the safety and quality of our PDHM in consideration of the fragile health status of the babies we serve.
MMBB operates a milk bank facility that processes donor human milk for distribution to our network of over forty hospitals, birth centers, and health system outpatient distribution sites. The donated milk comes from lactating mothers who have extra milk beyond what their children need and voluntarily provide it to the MMBB without compensation. Our focus is providing safe and high-quality human milk as a critical resource for our community’s most fragile babies and their families. Conditions related to prematurity, particularly necrotizing enterocolitis and other medical issues, make PDHM medically necessary for reducing illness and death. Other conditions such as malabsorption or gastrointestinal disorders, formula intolerance, or congenital anomalies are some situations where babies greatly benefit from the nutritional and immunologic support of donor milk.
MMBB seeks support to purchase new bottle-sealing equipment to respond efficiently to the growing demand for PDHM. Since 2020, we have distributed over 180,000 bottles of milk, all sealed by hand by our lab technicians. A new bottle sealer would make us more efficient with time by sealing bottles faster. Support from the Hermanowski Foundation would make an impact on our efforts. This is crucial for safeguarding the quality and food safety standards of PDHM, enabling us to provide life-saving assistance to medically vulnerable infants.

Total Project Budget: $15,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Individual Donor solicitation $5,000.00

Project Duration:
Geographical Area Served: Minnesota
Age Group To Be Served: Infants

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Linda
Contact Last Name: Dech
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 763-546-8051
Contact Email: linda.dech@mnmilkbank.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Maryam Parman Foundation For Children
Legal Name (if Different): Maryam Parman Foundation For Injured Children
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1421 N. Wanda Road Suite 120
City: Orange
State: CA
Postal Code: 92867
Main Phone: 949.520.0721
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://mpforchildren.org/
Employer ID Number: 82-3765508
Organization Tax Status: excempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/29/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Intensive Therapy For Kids
Project Description:

The goal of the Maryam Parman Foundation For Injured Children’s program “Intensive Therapy For Kids” is to provide access to intensive therapy for injured and disabled children who come from low-income families who cannot afford the treatment. We provide funding until the child has reached their personal goals based on their evaluations and medical conditions. 90% of the children will reach their personal goals and overcome their personal struggles through this program, which has a significant impact on each child for the rest of their lives. Our organization has several children on our Intensive Therapy For Kids waitlist. This grant would cover 2 children’s four-week intensive therapy sessions at the NAPA Center in Los Angeles. Examples of children’s conditions who undergo this type of therapy are children with rare gene mutations, cerebral palsy, and severe autism. Each intensive therapy session is different depending on the the child’s condition. For example, Koen, a child currently in the program, required a 4 hour session, consisting of 2 Neurosuit hours, 1 CME (Cuevas Medek Exercise) hour, and 1 Feeding Therapy hour. This lasted 5 days a week for 4 weeks. We would use this grant to expand our Intensive Therapy Program and allow 2 children who are on our waitlist to experience these life changing therapies.

Total Project Budget: 100,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): We receive the majority of our funding from the general public and as income from fundraising events we throw such as a golf tournament and an annual gala. We also apply for various grants from private foundations for other sources of funding. We will use our combined savings and monies raised in 2024 to fund this project. The majority of our funding comes from the general public at our fundraising events and in the form of sponsorships from corporations.

Project Duration: Year-round
Geographical Area Served: Throughout the United Stated
Age Group To Be Served: 2-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Ashley
Contact Last Name: Roberts
Contact Title: Director of Marketing and Fundraising
Contact Phone: 949.520.0721
Contact Email: ashley@mpforchildren.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Complete Player Charity, Ltd
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: TCP Youth Empowerment
Mailing Address: 64o Ravenwood Dr
City: Glen Burnie
State: MD
Postal Code: 21060
Main Phone: 301-580-1546
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.tcpyouthempowerment.org
Employer ID Number: 474790279
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/29/24
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: TCP Academic & Emotional Mentoring
Project Description:

Math and English proficiency is a severe challenge in the communities TCP serves. In schools where TCP delivers programming, only 16.7% of elementary and 9.6% of middle school students are grade-proficient in math. Regarding English proficiency, only 33.1% of elementary and 39.6% of middle school students in Brooklyn Park are grade-proficient in English.

Brooklyn Park is a designated food and digital desert, with just under 25% of residents living under the poverty line; more than 60% of families are single-parent led, and both are impacted by severely poor air quality from pollution. With Brooklyn Park having the largest growing Hispanic population in the county, language barriers create significant hurdles for Hispanic youth, who often get overlooked and pushed through the academic system.

To combat the alarming numbers in math and reading deficiency, the TCP Academic & Emotional (A&E) Mentoring program provides targeted 2nd-5th-grade students with positive role models during the school day to assist and tutor students five days per week. Mentors’ primary focus is assisting students with their schoolwork during English/Language Arts and Math classes and, when needed, assisting students in the other two core subjects (Science & Social Studies).

Mentors also conduct lunch bunch daily, working one-on-one or in small groups of up to six students. Lunch bunch time consists of students completing worksheets tailored to their specific academic needs, teaching and reinforcing students’ writing skills to improve spelling, and social & emotional learning activities focused on building positive communication and emotional response habits.

Total Project Budget: 98,051

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Fund for Anne Arundel Grant, Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Community Support Grant, Annual Spring Gala, Anderson Family Foundation, Sisco Associates

Project Duration: 9/16/24-6/6/25
Geographical Area Served: Brooklyn Park, MD
Age Group To Be Served: 8-11

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Andy
Contact Last Name: Schindling
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 301-580-1546
Contact Email: aschindling@tcpyouthempowerment.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Greater Washington Clean Cities Coalition
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: GWRCCC
Mailing Address: 2000 14th Street, NW, Suite 330 Post Box 73402
City: Washington
State: D>C
Postal Code: 20009
Main Phone: 202-671-1580
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://gwrccc.org/
Employer ID Number: 27-3768863
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit Organization (501c3) or Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/18/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Future Green Leaders
Project Description:

The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) is a public- private partnership promoting the use of clean, American transportation fuels for homeland security and improved air quality. Our main priorities include combating climate change, environmental justice, electrification, low to zero carbon fuels, and public outreach, as well as community engagement. In 2023, GWRCCC created the Future Green Leaders (FGL) Program that focuses on teaching young people the importance of leadership, financial empowerment, environmental stewardship, and green jobs that promote a cleaner, healthier community and planet. Students in this program become well-informed about sustainability and environmental basics. FGL prepares our youth for leadership, jobs, and a better Tomorrow

Total Project Budget:

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential):

Project Duration: 3 years
Geographical Area Served: Washington D.C , Prince Georges County , Baltimore
Age Group To Be Served: 8-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Durrell
Contact Last Name: Jones
Contact Title: Community Engagement Liasion
Contact Phone: 2403756738
Contact Email: info@Gwrccc.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Greater Washington Clean Cities Coalition
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: GWRCCC
Mailing Address: 2000 14th Street, NW, Suite 330 Post Box 73402
City: Washington
State: D>C
Postal Code: 20009
Main Phone: 202-671-1580
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://gwrccc.org/
Employer ID Number: 27-3768863
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit Organization (501c3) or Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/18/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Future Green Leaders
Project Description:

The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) is a public- private partnership promoting the use of clean, American transportation fuels for homeland security and improved air quality. Our main priorities include combating climate change, environmental justice, electrification, low to zero carbon fuels, and public outreach, as well as community engagement. In 2023, GWRCCC created the Future Green Leaders (FGL) Program that focuses on teaching young people the importance of leadership, financial empowerment, environmental stewardship, and green jobs that promote a cleaner, healthier community and planet. Students in this program become well-informed about sustainability and environmental basics. FGL prepares our youth for leadership, jobs, and a better Tomorrow

Total Project Budget:

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential):

Project Duration: 3 years
Geographical Area Served: Washington D.C , Prince Georges County , Baltimore
Age Group To Be Served: 8-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Durrell
Contact Last Name: Jones
Contact Title: Community Engagement Liasion
Contact Phone: 2403756738
Contact Email: info@Gwrccc.org