Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: DOVES Network
Legal Name (if Different): DOVES Daily Overcoming Violence Embracing Safety Network
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 20987 N John Wayne Pkwy, B104-369
City: Maricopa
State: AZ
Postal Code: 85139
Main Phone: 4803829774
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.dovesnetwork.org/
Employer ID Number: 84-4404076
Organization Tax Status: 501c3; Tax Exempt Form 990-N

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/12/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Youth PEACE Peer Groups
Project Description:

Geared towards healing and growth, our Youth PEACE Peer Group project was created for teens who have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual abuse. Our peer groups are safe spaces that invite teens from all walks of life to connect, share, and heal together. These sessions are not just meetings; they’re a hub where every voice is heard and every story is valued. Through a carefully curated series of evidence-based activities, participants dive into social-emotional well-being and mental health themes, embarking on a collective path to resilience and understanding.

Guided by the principle that healing is personal and communal, our program has been co-created by teen survivors, ensuring the design fosters an environment of trust and openness. Teens engage in discussions and creative expression, exploring their emotions and experiences in a judgment-free space. The beauty of these groups lies in the shared journey—discovering together that one is not alone in their struggles.

Beyond dialogue, the Youth Peer Groups aim to equip participants with tangible coping strategies and life skills. From managing stress to building healthy relationships, each session is an opportunity to learn and grow, not just as individuals but as a supportive community.

At its heart, our project is more than just a program; it’s a movement toward healing, empowerment, and a brighter, more supportive future for all teens affected by CDV and sexual abuse. Together, we’re not just overcoming; we’re thriving!

Total Project Budget: 22,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Ongoing Donors, Fundraising Initiatives

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Arizona, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas
Age Group To Be Served: 13-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Tiffany
Contact Last Name: Mensah
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 480-382-9774
Contact Email: tiffanym@dovesnetwork.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: 5 Points Neighborhood Association, Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Five Points/ 5PNA
Mailing Address: 3879 N. Port Washington Ave
City: Milwaukee
State: WI
Postal Code: 53212
Main Phone: 4143648677
Main Fax:
Organization Website: 5pnamil.wix.com/5pna
Employer ID Number: 470963053
Organization Tax Status: non-profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/12/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000.00

Project Title: Empower Youth: Holistic Youth Development and Career Exploration Program
Project Description:

Project Summary:
Empower Youth is an intensive 6-week program designed to provide holistic education and career development for young individuals. Drawing inspiration from 5PNA’s Youth Education Development and Career Exploration model, our program integrates hands-on engagement workshops led by specialists or returning college graduates in those fields. The primary objective is to expose participants to various specializations within specific fields, laying the foundation for potential career paths. Program Coordinator- Board Member Segun Daniel Okeowo 414-331-7326

Total Project Budget: 48,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): NBAF, CCHD, UWM (potential)

Project Duration: One year from award
Geographical Area Served: Urban
Age Group To Be Served: 14-30

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): ms
Contact First Name: sy
Contact Last Name: smith
Contact Title: board member
Contact Phone: 414-364-8677
Contact Email: 5pnamil@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: 5 Points Neighborhood Association, Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Five Points/ 5PNA
Mailing Address: 38
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Proposal Information

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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Exploradoor Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Exploradoor
Mailing Address: 7654 William Penn Pl
City: Indianapolis
State: IN
Postal Code: 46256
Main Phone: 317-363-7575
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.exploradoor.com
Employer ID Number: 86-2728466
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/12/24
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Exploradoor AmbassaDOOR Program
Project Description:

Exploradoor simplifies access and connection of youth from marginalized and low-income communities to programs, experiences, career exploration and work opportunities that inform career and educational pathways, as well as provide personal growth and development. The AmbassaDOOR program consists of two interrelated parts: The compilation and curation of a free, internet-based platform called Exploradoor.com that aggregates teen programs and experiences, including jobs and internships, into one easy to use location that both organizes opportunities by student interest categories and directly connects them to the opportunities they choose. The second is the Ambassador school-force that trains selected students to promote Exploradoor.com and influence other teens in their respective schools to learn about and participate in Exploradoor.com-featured program opportunities, including job shadows, college visits, career exploration programs and internships. Both parts of the AmbassaDOOR program work in an integrated fashion to increase teen engagement and preparedness about career and life choices after high school, especially for teens who are left out of these opportunities due unawareness or lack of social capital. Over the 23-24 school year, the AmbassaDOOR program hired, trained and provided ongoing skills and motivational coaching to 30 high school juniors and seniors in 15 Indianapolis, Indiana public high schools, providing a hands-on work-experience to the Ambassadors themselves while also leveraging their efforts to implement school-based marketing tactics to attract and enroll low-income and minority youth into youth-targeted career, job and skill development programs. In 2023,over 75% of our platform users connecting to programs were minority youth: 55% AA; 22% Hispanic; 10% Asian. Additionally, over 90% of our Ambassador interns were minority and 70% were female and 30% male. During that same period, Exploradoor.com was visited by over 30,000 unique visitors and made over 2800 referrals/connections to featured programs.

Total Project Budget: 235000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): National Urban League ($84K-committed); Old National Bank (7.5K (committed); Mary Proctor Fdtn ($3K (committed); $35K fees (potential); $20K donations (potential)

Project Duration: ongoing; this funding would be for 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Indiana, with emphasis on Central Indiana
Age Group To Be Served: 14-20

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Diane
Contact Last Name: Cruz-BUrke
Contact Title: Co-Founder & Executive Director
Contact Phone: 317-363-7575
Contact Email: dcruzburke@exploradoor.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Grandma’s Place, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Grandma’s Place
Mailing Address: 184 Sparrow Drive
City: Royal Palm Beach
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33411
Main Phone: 561-753-2226
Main Fax: 561-753-2231
Organization Website: https://www.grandmasplacepb.org
Employer ID Number: 65-0821321
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 12, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Emergency Foster Shelter
Project Description:

The Emergency Foster Shelter Program provided by Grandma’s Place serves children that have suffered from abuse, mistreatment, and/or neglect & have been subsequently removed from their homes for their own safety by the Department of Children and Families and/or law enforcement.
Operating continuously through the year, the shelter has a capacity of 16 children per night and is licensed for children aged birth to 12 years old. GP is unique in Palm Beach County in that it accepts all children with disabilities, and it is the only one certified to care for both girls & boys ages birth to 7 years old. The shelter plays a critical role for these children, as most abuse victims are younger than six years old. The program serves an average of 50 children a year.
During their stay, the children reside in a secure, stable environment that enables them to heal & rebuild trust with others. They receive a psychological assessment & counseling as indicated. Registered dieticians develop meal plans which are followed by staff so that all children receive proper nutrition. Children have semi-private bedrooms with bright, kid-friendly décor, & a farmhouse kitchen table for meals and homework. These features help to make it feel as close to a real home as possible.
In addition to these features, Grandma’s Place tries to be no different from a conventional family. It is a lively household with skilled staff who ensure that the children feel safe & at ease. The staff members weave the details of home life, like school drop-offs, after-school extracurricular activities, and movie outings, into the shelter’s daily life, & the children keep a busy schedule. These efforts help to reach their larger goal: helping the children placed in their care recover from abuse and find long-term success.

Total Project Budget: $549,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Potential: Big Lots! $4,000; Bank of America: $5,000; Wisteria Foundation: $2,500 | Committed: Shane McGee Foundation: $3,000; Heubscher Family Foundation: $5,000; Royal Poinciana Chapel: $6,000

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Palm Beach County
Age Group To Be Served: Birth through 12 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Roxanne
Contact Last Name: Jacobs
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 561-753-2226
Contact Email: roxanne@grandmasplacepb.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Young Life Inner City Jackson, Mississippi
Legal Name (if Different): Young Life
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1770 Ellis Avenue
City: Jackson
State: Mississippi
Postal Code: 39209
Main Phone: 601-209-0036
Main Fax:
Organization Website: younglife.org
Employer ID Number: 84-0385934
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02-11/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Young Life Inner City Jackson – MS Camp Campaign
Project Description:

Young Life Inner-city Jackson, Mississippi, introduces youth, ages 14-19, to Jesus Christ and helps them grow in their faith. This is accomplished through building personal relationships, meeting youth in their environments, and providing life-changing experiences, all while helping youth develop skills and attitudes to reach their full God-given potential through the care of adults who invest time, effort, and money. The purpose will be accomplished through the 4 C’s: Contact work, Campaigners, Club, and Camp.
Young Life requires each area ministry to be self-sustained through fundraising, individual donations, and grant opportunities to serve youth. COVID-19 has affected our donation stream. They are leaving us in need of funds to provide consistent service to youth through Young Life. Thus, we are requesting funds to supplement fees for inner-city youth to attend a Young Life Camp. The cost per camper for a week is $1,000 – transportation, T–shirts, meals, and activities. Most of our students are low-income, from single-family homes, and African Americans who attend Title I schools. Students/families must contribute $200 toward the fees for each student, and the Area Director raises the rest of the money. Annually, between May and August 1st, we take 55 youth and leaders to this one-week experience – the best week of their lives.
We ask your support to offset this $55,000 expense. This is an opportunity for youth to leave the inner-city walls to experience a week of camping. This experience likely provides campers opportunities for personal growth, team building, and immersive activities to foster community and learning. One thing that has been consistent in the inner-city schools in Jackson, Mississippi, for the past 26 years is Young Life. Your foundation can help us to continue this legacy.

Total Project Budget: 55,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Local Churches, Foundations and Individual Donors

Project Duration: May, 2025 – August, 2025
Geographical Area Served: Jackson, Mississippi Metropolitan Area
Age Group To Be Served: 14-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Vince
Contact Last Name: Gordon
Contact Title: Inner City Area Director
Contact Phone: 601-209-0036
Contact Email: vgordonyl@comcast.net

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Horses for Mental Health
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3039 Canyon Link
City: Park City
State: UT
Postal Code: 84098
Main Phone: 801-361-4040
Main Fax: lynn@arenasforchange.com
Organization Website: https://horsesformentalhealth.org
Employer ID Number: 86-1504146
Organization Tax Status: 501(c) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/11/2023
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: In The Herd Cape Cod
Project Description:

Horses for Mental Health is In The Herd’s non-profit fiscal sponsor. In the Herd, Cape Cod provides Equine Assisted services for mental health and learning. We teach life skills for youth ages 9 and above for the Cape Cod and the Islands. We will tailor this programs to provide services to kids in 8th grade transitioning up to high school. Taking up to 8 kids at a time. We will focus on social-emotional skills, communication, healthy boundaries, leadership skills, confidence, and body regulation. The program will run for 3 weeks for 4 hours, including lunch, 1 x a week. A 4th session will be run for the families to join and for the kids to demonstrate new skills and enjoy the farm atmosphere and connect within a community environment. Our staff will consist of 2 facilitators;1 female,1 male, and 1 registered nurse, 5 equine and other farm animals.

Total Project Budget: $10000

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

Project Duration: 8 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Sandwich, MA
Age Group To Be Served: 13-14

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Michelle
Contact Last Name: Soderberg
Contact Title: Owner,Facilitator
Contact Phone: 508-367-9215
Contact Email: intheherdcapecod@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: SAFE WOMEN AND GIRLS, INC., NFP
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: SWAG
Mailing Address: 6901 North 9th Avenue #1374
City: Pensacola
State: FLORIDA
Postal Code: 32504
Main Phone: 8506023711
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www,swagsafewomenandgirls,ord
Employer ID Number: 88-2566133
Organization Tax Status: President

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: FEBRUARY 11 2024
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: SAVING MY SANITY
Project Description:

SAFE WOMEN AND GIRLS IS A TRUTH BASED PLATFORM DESIGNED TO HELP YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY WHO ARE RELEASED FROM JAIL/PAROLED WHO ARE VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE AND CHALLENGING SITUATIONS. WHICH WE WILL PROVIDE TO CREATE SAFE AND A PRODUCTIVE RESULTS FOR ALL ACTIVELY PARTICIPATING IN OUR PROGRAM.

Total Project Budget: 5,000

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

Project Duration: 2024-2026
Geographical Area Served: ALL SURRONDING AREAS ESCAMBIA AND SANTA ROSA ETC
Age Group To Be Served: 12-70

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): MRS
Contact First Name: SANTORIA
Contact Last Name: ABRAMS
Contact Title:
Contact Phone: 8506023711
Contact Email: swag4peace7@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Hands That Make A Difference
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 127 West 127th Street Room 207/209
City: New York
State: NY
Postal Code: 10027
Main Phone: 7187082868
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.handsthatmakeadifference.org/
Employer ID Number: 45-2039234
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 11/12/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Mindful Mentoring
Project Description:

Hands That Make A Difference (HTMAD) is a community-based organization located in Harlem, New York, providing youth and young adult programs and support services for their parents/grandparents.

Our mission is to provide support services that produce physically, mentally, socially, and academically healthy youth and young adults. We also aim to ensure that their parents and grandparents have the resources to thrive.

Our holistic and culturally responsive approach increases their capacity to become happy, well-rounded, engaged, civic-minded successful lifelong learners.

We provide an array of services, including, but not limited to, an After-School Program, a Saturday Program, and a Summer Camp for youth ages 5-12. These programs provide youth development and educational services through homework help, tutoring, computer technology, STEM education, mentoring, music, sports, and a violence prevention program.

In 2023 we were awarded $50,000 from LISC/Foot Locker for a Mindful Mentoring program. These funds only supported programming and not operations. With these funds, we purchased curriculums from S.P.A.R.K. (https://sparkcurriculum.org/).

"SPARK Mentoring Programs Speak to the Potential, Ability, and Resilience inside every Kid. Trusted by teachers, counselors, mentors, and mental health professionals, these evidence-based programs create greater academic success, a healthier state of mind, and deeper connections with peers, adults, and communities. Engaging, age-appropriate lessons are proven to increase mental well-being, resilience, emotional development, and social skills such as communication, decision-making, and problem-solving."

After a successful year of having our students complete this programming, while we will retain our curriculum, we need funds to retain our certified trainer, staff time for this programming, and supplies for a new year of programming.

Total Project Budget: $85,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $73,000

Project Duration: 10 months
Geographical Area Served: Harlem, New York
Age Group To Be Served: 5-12

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Lisa
Contact Last Name: Fields-Linnen
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 7187082868
Contact Email: lisa@handsthatmakeadifference.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Hands That Make A Difference
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 127 West 127th Street Room 207/209
City: New York
State: NY
Postal Code: 10027
Main Phone: 7187082868
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.handsthatmakeadifference.org/
Employer ID Number: 45-2039234
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 11/12/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Mindful Mentoring
Project Description:

Hands That Make A Difference (HTMAD) is a community-based organization located in Harlem, New York, providing youth and young adult programs and support services for their parents/grandparents.

Our mission is to provide support services that produce physically, mentally, socially, and academically healthy youth and young adults. We also aim to ensure that their parents and grandparents have the resources to thrive.

Our holistic and culturally responsive approach increases their capacity to become happy, well-rounded, engaged, civic-minded successful lifelong learners.

We provide an array of services, including, but not limited to, an After-School Program, a Saturday Program, and a Summer Camp for youth ages 5-12. These programs provide youth development and educational services through homework help, tutoring, computer technology, STEM education, mentoring, music, sports, and a violence prevention program.

In 2023 we were awarded $50,000 from LISC/Foot Locker for a Mindful Mentoring program. These funds only supported programming and not operations. With these funds, we purchased curriculums from S.P.A.R.K. (https://sparkcurriculum.org/).

"SPARK Mentoring Programs Speak to the Potential, Ability, and Resilience inside every Kid. Trusted by teachers, counselors, mentors, and mental health professionals, these evidence-based programs create greater academic success, a healthier state of mind, and deeper connections with peers, adults, and communities. Engaging, age-appropriate lessons are proven to increase mental well-being, resilience, emotional development, and social skills such as communication, decision-making, and problem-solving."

After a successful year of having our students complete this programming, while we will retain our curriculum, we need funds to retain our certified trainer, staff time for this programming, and supplies for a new year of programming.

Total Project Budget: $85,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $73,000

Project Duration: 10 months
Geographical Area Served: Harlem, New York
Age Group To Be Served: 5-12

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Lisa
Contact Last Name: Fields-Linnen
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 7187082868
Contact Email: lisa@handsthatmakeadifference.org