Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Swim Like Me Foundation
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 681 Adams St
City: Bedford
State: OH
Postal Code: 44146-3715
Main Phone: 2163092782
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.rhythmandstroke.com/swimlikeme
Employer ID Number: 93-4362071
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/16/2024
Requested Amount: 7500.00

Project Title: Swim Like Me
Project Description:

Swim Like Me clinics and classes address a critical community need for comprehensive water safety education and swimming skills development. By providing accessible and inclusive programs, Swim Like Me directly responds to the pressing need for drowning prevention, especially among children and adults. The initiative addresses disparities in swimming proficiency, aiming to equip individuals from all backgrounds with essential water safety knowledge and the confidence to enjoy aquatic activities safely. Additionally, Swim Like Me contributes to fostering a healthier and safer community by promoting physical activity, reducing the risk of water-related incidents, and instilling a lifelong appreciation for the benefits of swimming. We will provide 10-30 min private lessons for water safety and swim lessons for 20 kids. This will include goggles, swim cap and our children’s book and activity book.

Total Project Budget: 10000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): USA Swim, Crowd funding

Project Duration: October 2024- October 2025
Geographical Area Served: Cleveland, Ohio
Age Group To Be Served: 2y-18y

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Andre
Contact Last Name: Morton
Contact Title: Coach
Contact Phone: 2163092782
Contact Email: swimlikeme@yahoo.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Rancho Feliz Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Rancho Feliz
Mailing Address: 2398 E. Camelback Rd. #1080
City: Phoenix
State: Arizona
Postal Code: 85016
Main Phone: (602) 538-9192
Main Fax: (602) 538-9192
Organization Website: https://ranchofeliz.com/
Employer ID Number: 86-0680369
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit 501(C)3 Organization

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2024
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: Unlocking Youth Potential Through Volunteering
Project Description:

History: Since 1987, Rancho Feliz has brought people together to transcend cultural boundaries through education and service work on the US-Mexico border. Rancho Feliz embraces the power of the Reciprocal Giving Cycle, a distinctive philosophy that rejects traditional welfare approaches in favor of preserving the integrity of the human spirit. This reciprocal giving principle underscores the idea that both givers and receivers mutually benefit, creating a dynamic cycle of positive impact.

Project Description: Rancho Feliz’s Volunteer Exchange Program offers transformative experiences to youth and young adults in the Phoenix Metropolitan area, providing them with invaluable life skills and cultural immersion opportunities. Engaging in volunteer activities has been shown to affect youth development profoundly. Research indicates that youth who volunteer experience decreased risk factors associated with negative behaviors, such as substance abuse and academic disengagement. Volunteering also fosters the development of essential life skills like communication, leadership, and teamwork, promoting personal growth and resilience in participants. Furthermore, volunteering has been linked to improved mental health outcomes, including increased self-esteem and a sense of purpose among youth.

Rancho Feliz’s Volunteer Exchange Program offers diverse volunteer opportunities, each designed to provide meaningful experiences while addressing the needs of the US-Mexico border communities. Annually, our program impacts 85 youth and young adults from the Phoenix Metropolitan area, offering them the chance to engage in activities such as home construction, food distribution, border wall visits, and interactive school visits. Through these experiences, participants contribute to positive change in the communities they serve and undergo transformative personal growth, returning home as more empathetic, appreciative, and socially responsible individuals. By supporting Rancho Feliz’s Volunteer Exchange Program, the Hermanowski Family Foundation would invest in developing future leaders equipped with the skills and values necessary to create positive change in their communities.

Total Project Budget: $60,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $10,000

Project Duration: 12 Months
Geographical Area Served: Phoenix Metropolitan Area
Age Group To Be Served: 15 – 21 Years Old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Monica
Contact Last Name: Gery
Contact Title: Program Director
Contact Phone: 602-908-1845
Contact Email: monica@ranchofeliz.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Hope for Families, Inc.
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3015 N MacGregor Way
City: Houston
State: Texas
Postal Code: 77004
Main Phone:
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://hopeforfamiliesinc.org/
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Project Hope
Project Description:

Project Hope is a data-driven diversionary intervention model to support at-risk youth within the greater Houston Metropolitan area. Our vision is to foster a community where every young person receives opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and positive societal engagement. By serving, equipping, and guiding young individuals, we aspire to catalyze enduring, transformative change in their lives and the communities we serve.

Total Project Budget: 500,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Good Hope Baptist Church

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Greater Houston Metroplex
Age Group To Be Served: 12-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Cameron
Contact Last Name: Jenkins
Contact Title: Program Director
Contact Phone: (205) 218-3581‬
Contact Email: Cdjenkins1212@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Givin Tree Inc
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 550 Clearfield Dr
City: New Braunfels
State: TX
Postal Code: 78130
Main Phone: 2103257334
Main Fax:
Organization Website:
Employer ID Number: 88-1710886
Organization Tax Status: 501 3c

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2024
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: expansion
Project Description:

This generous grant would allow The Givin Tree to expand our reach by providing much-needed everyday essentials for youth, young adults, and families in need in New Braunfels and surrounding communities.
We serve school-aged to young adults living in foster care, homelessness, and families in need. We anticipate we could serve upwards of 1,000 kids in 2025 and this funding would help us to do that successfully, even allow for future growth.

Total Project Budget: 10,000

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

Project Duration: 1 yr
Geographical Area Served: Comal, Guadalupe, Hays, and Bexar County
Age Group To Be Served: 15 plus

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Serena
Contact Last Name: Morris
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 2103257334
Contact Email: givintree.nb@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Charleston Opera Theater
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Mailing Address: P.O. Box 12069
City: Charleston
State: South Carolina
Postal Code: 29422
Main Phone: 8155458612
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.charlestonoperatheater.org
Employer ID Number: 84-3020830
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/15/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: La Bohème presented by Charleston Opera Theater
Project Description:

In November of 2024 Charleston Opera Theater will present Puccini’s masterpiece La Bohème in a newly designed full production. This will be our third main stage production. In order to keep opera as accessible as we can to the younger generation we have always offered a significantly reduced student ticket. For this production we are offering a $15 ticket for all students and young people. We are making this $10,000 request to the Hermanowski Foundation to help us underwrite that program.

Total Project Budget: $190,000

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

Project Duration: November 22-November 24 2024
Geographical Area Served: Charleston, SC and surrounding communities
Age Group To Be Served: High school and College Students

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Edward
Contact Last Name: Brennan
Contact Title: Director of Operations and Development
Contact Phone: 8155458612
Contact Email: ebrennan@charlestonoperatheater.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Comfort Inc.
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Mailing Address: 7620 W Center Street
City: Milwaukee
State: WI
Postal Code: 53222
Main Phone: 4142357768
Main Fax: 4144353111
Organization Website: www.comfortinc.org
Employer ID Number: 833753585
Organization Tax Status: 5013c

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15 2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Spheres of wealth youth program
Project Description:

Sphere of wealth youth program is a 12-month program that meets once a month. Through our program we provide a safe and innovative learning environment for our youth ages 13-17 years old. The Spheres of wealth youth program areas of focus are skill building, leadership development, mental wellness, entrepreneurship, health, healthy relationships, community awareness, social emotional control, and financial literacy. Each month our class will focus on one of these areas of wealth. The Spheres of wealth youth program will introduce our youth to problem solving mechanisms, community resources, interactive skills building and various career opportunities. The opportunities we provide will allow the youth to become well rounded and help them to embrace various aspects of life. In addition to our monthly meetings, we will have quarterly meetups where we will perform volunteer activities and take educational field trips. At the end of the program year, we will have a celebration for our members to award their commitment, engagement, and their growth throughout the program year.

Total Project Budget: 25000

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

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Milwaukee county
Age Group To Be Served: 13-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Omorinsola
Contact Last Name: Summers
Contact Title: Director
Contact Phone: 4143227057
Contact Email: comfortincmke@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: HomeAid Orange County
Legal Name (if Different): Shelter Providers of Orange County, Inc.
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 17821 17th Street, Suite 120
City: Tustin
State: CA
Postal Code: 92780
Main Phone: 949-220-1136
Main Fax: 949-627-8119
Organization Website: https://www.homeaidoc.org
Employer ID Number: 33-0568079
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: HomeAid Family CareCenter
Project Description:

As is widely known, California is suffering a homelessness crisis, causing the economic disruption of entire communities, and putting the futures of many children in jeopardy. In Southern California, the average cost of living has outpaced average wages, leading many vulnerable groups to lose their housing and enter the cycle of homelessness. There are approximately 270 unsheltered families experiencing homelessness specifically in Orange County, California. One of the leading beacons of hope for ending family homelessness in Orange County is the Family CareCenter, a 56-bed emergency shelter specifically for families with minor children under 18. Open 365 days a year, the CareCenter supports up to 450 parents and children annually on the return to stable housing through housing navigation and other resources & services. The CareCenter is designed to keep families together and ensure the best outcomes for children experiencing homelessness, allowing them to build bright futures. Since its opening in 2017, the CareCenter has served over 1,500 adults and their children on their journey out of homelessness.

In recognition of its importance to Orange County’s system of ending homelessness, the CareCenter has been approved to increase capacity from 56 to 80 beds. As owners of the CareCenter, we at HomeAid OC are seeking funds to both increase capacity and upgrade facilities ensuring the health and safety of all that enter the CareCenter on their journey back to permanent stabilized housing. A charitable gift from the Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation will help us continue the CareCenter’s work through the provision of meals, hygiene items, and coordination of needed maintenance, and upgrade of the facilities. You can help us keep the CareCenter a safe, dignified, and thriving place for children and families to receive support to return to stable housing.

Total Project Budget: 186,790.18

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $30,000 George Hoag Family Foundation $20,000 Steve & Jeanne Murow Family Foundation, $30,000 City of Orange, $15,000 DevTo Support Foundation, $15,000 Marisla Foundation

Project Duration: 07/01/24 – 06/30/2025
Geographical Area Served: Orange County, CA
Age Group To Be Served: children aged 0-17 experiencing homelessness and parent(s) or guardians.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Sinclair
Contact Last Name: Adams
Contact Title: Grant Writer & Admin Assistant
Contact Phone: 949-301-9809
Contact Email: sinclair@homeaidoc.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Center for Humanistic Change
Legal Name (if Different): Center for Humanistic Change, Inc.
Also Known As: CHC
Mailing Address: 555 Union Blvd., Suite 7
City: Allentown
State: PA
Postal Code: 18109
Main Phone: 6104431595
Main Fax: 610-443-1598
Organization Website: www.thechc.org
Employer ID Number: 23-2107264
Organization Tax Status: 501(c) (3) nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2024
Requested Amount: $4,900

Project Title: CHC In-School Mentoring
Project Description:

Center for Humanistic Change (CHC) has the mission to give people, especially youth, the tools and knowledge they need to make better-informed and more positive life choices. Our work has at its core drug, alcohol, and tobacco product prevention education and programs as well as life skills development needed for healthy development, good relationships, and resilient character. Using evidence-based programs and experiences, our services meet people, including school students, where they are through social –emotional learning and mentoring, hands-on programs and resources, and current information on issues impacting our communities every day.
Requested funds will be used for the CHC Mentoring Program in-school program currently in 32 schools in Lehigh/ Northampton Counties. $4,900 will provide a trained, caring mentor to serve at-risk students in a local school for 3 months, meeting with students during their school day. Mentors work 1-on-1 or in small groups supporting at-risk students with social-emotional learning and mental health using an evidence-based mentoring curriculum, SPARK, and other creative, interactive approaches to connect with youth and address their concerns such as journaling, role play, meditation, art and music or sports.
Our mentors provide additional support to the school personnel and guidance and mental health who find the increase in mental health and social issues showing up each day with their students. Caring for our youth requires a “all hands on deck” approach to improve student outcomes and provide a safe, productive learning environment

Total Project Budget: $534,423

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Donald & Dorothy Stabler Fdn – $34,900 received, Two Rivers Health & Wellness – $19,488 received, Crayola – $3,000, Looking Out Foundation – $5,000 pending, CDBG City of Bethlehem – $26,000 awarded.

Project Duration: 26 weeks -aligns with the school year; training and program development are year round.
Geographical Area Served: Lehigh and Northampton Counties, PA
Age Group To Be Served: 5-19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Terry
Contact Last Name: Knox Ramseur
Contact Title: Grant and Development Specialist
Contact Phone: 6104431595
Contact Email: tramseur@thechc.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: National Organization for Youth Safety (NOYS)
Legal Name (if Different): n/a
Also Known As: NOYS
Mailing Address: 140 West 10th Avenue
City: Denver
State: Colorado
Postal Code: 80204
Main Phone: 214-783-9245
Main Fax: n/a
Organization Website: NOYS.org
Employer ID Number: 65-1252562
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Colorado Youth Transportation Equity Fellowship[
Project Description:

The Colorado Youth Transportation Equity fellowship empowers Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) youth leaders (17-29) to address transportation inequities primarily in marginalized communities, through a 10-month immersive program.
It focuses on incorporating education through digital storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement to create safer pedestrian conditions, aiming to end youth pedestrian deaths in BIPOC communities.

Youth fellows commit 15 hours monthly, attending virtual gatherings, development meetings, and educational sessions on equity, advocacy, and community engagement. Youth fellows will be compensated with a living wage to support their efforts and their dedication to this cause.

Support from The Charles and Joan Hermanowski Foundation will help provide a living wage stipend and aid in intervention seed funding for the fellows to execute hyper local projects in Denver, Colorado. These outreach projects include educational and community engagement interventions, digital and social media campaigns, community townhall and/or events, peer to peer educational campaigns, community assessment and outreach interventions. Ultimately this program is improving the lives of marginalized youth through health and safety education on transportation equity.

Total Project Budget: 200,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Potential: Colorado Department of Transportation-$50,000, Honda Foundation-$100,000. Committed: Gillian Sabet Foundation-$15,000.

Project Duration: 10 months
Geographical Area Served: Colorado, primarily Denver
Age Group To Be Served: 17-29

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Jacob
Contact Last Name: Smith
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 214-783-9245
Contact Email: jsmith@noys.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Active Southern West Virginia
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Active SWV
Mailing Address: 116 North Heber Street, Suite B
City: Beckley
State: WV
Postal Code: 25801
Main Phone: 304-254-8488
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.activeswv.org
Employer ID Number: 47-1605904
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3-15-2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Kids Run Club Program
Project Description:

Active Southern West Virginia’s Kids Run Club program is a transformative initiative aimed at instilling healthy habits and fostering a love for physical activity among children in our community. Operating within elementary schools throughout West Virginia, our program provides children with the necessary tools to succeed and achieve their full potential by instilling essential life skills through weekly club meetings. Led by dedicated teacher and parent volunteers, our free to participate clubs engage children aged 6 to 12, many living in underserved communities, in regular exercise through the joy of running. Through various activities and games, children develop endurance, strength, and agility in a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether running laps on a track, exploring nature trails, or participating in fun relay races, every session is tailored to make exercise enjoyable and rewarding.

Active SWV provides the framework, coaches training, ongoing support, a $250 mini-grant per club, and pre and post surveys to track youth participation throughout each club. Beyond physical fitness, the Kids Run Club emphasizes goal setting, perseverance, and teamwork. Participants learn valuable life skills as they set and achieve personal milestones, overcome challenges, and support their peers along the way. By fostering a sense of community and camaraderie, we create a supportive network that encourages healthy lifestyles for children and families alike.

Together, we can inspire a generation of young individuals who are enthusiastic about leading active, healthy lives. By instilling the joy of running and promoting physical fitness from an early age, we lay the foundation for a brighter, healthier future for our community.

Join us as we lace up our sneakers, hit the pavement, and make strides towards a happier, healthier tomorrow. Together, we can empower children to embrace an active lifestyle and thrive both on and off the track.

Total Project Budget: $100,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Massey Family Foundation, Oakland Foundation, 21st Century Grant (3 additional proposals pending – The United Company Foundation, The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation, Dicks Sporting Goods)

Project Duration: Spring and Fall sessions each year
Geographical Area Served: West Virginia
Age Group To Be Served: 6-12

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Kate
Contact Last Name: Armentrout
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 304-254-8488
Contact Email: kate@activeswv.com