Grant Request The Jacob S. Zweig Foundation, Inc. d/b/a In Jacob’s Shoes
Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form
Organization Name: The Jacob S. Zweig Foundation, Inc. d/b/a In Jacob’s Shoes
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: In Jacob’s Shoes
Mailing Address: 1809 S. Powerline Road, Unit #111
City: Deerfield Beach
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33442
Main Phone: (954) 905-2505
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.injacobsshoes.org
Employer ID Number: 27-1252273
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) – 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
Proposal Information
Today’s Date: February 26, 2024
Requested Amount: $7,500
Project Title: Sole Necessities
Project Description:
In Jacob’s Shoes (IJS) has been providing basic necessities (shoes, backpacks, school supplies, & athletic gear) to local children since 2009. Our provision of services specifically targets children who are homeless/at-risk of becoming homeless, those living in poverty, on reduced/free lunch at area schools, living in homeless shelters, and/or living within the foster care system. In Jacob’s Shoes services are wholly inclusive and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, abilities, national and ethnic origin, or gender or for any reason. Necessities are provided to the described population by requests from schools, shelters, charities, and various other social service organizations and agencies as well as through public back-to-school events and campaigns. Since inception, we have proudly provided 236,000 pairs of shoes, 65,000 socks, and 12,000 backpacks (with school supplies) to local children living in poverty, suffering from displacement, and who are in the greatest need.
There are children in our area who have issues with absences and show up late to school because they do not have adequate shoes or, in some cases, must share shoes. There are many more wearing shoes that don’t fit or have missing/detached soles. They are cruelly teased because their shoes are old, dirty & torn.
In Jacob’s Shoes receives in-kind donations of gently worn shoes which our volunteers collect, clean, & restore to pristine condition & then we supplement these with purchased shoes. Shoes & backpacks are distributed via requests made by schools, shelters, charities & social service agencies working directly with our target population. Requested items are ready for pick-up by the school/agency within one to five days. Representatives from the schools & agencies deliver the shoes to the children for whom the request was made. The process is fast, efficient & anonymous, saving the child from unnecessary embarrassment.
Total Project Budget: $342,500
Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Albert & Birdie Einstein $5,000 Walmart $1,000 Fortin Foundation $8,000 Potential: Wycliffe Charities $7,000 Networking to Help Children $5,000 Boca Rio Foundation $7,000
Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, and surrounding Southern Palm Beach County
Age Group To Be Served: Children & Adolescents between 3 years to 18 years old.
Contact Information
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Harlene
Contact Last Name: Zweig
Contact Title: President
Contact Phone: (954) 905-2505
Contact Email: harlene@injacobsshoes.org