Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Elder Wisdom Circle
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: EWC
Mailing Address: 734 Tampico
City: Walnut Creek
State: California
Postal Code: 94598
Main Phone: 4128210242
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://elderwisdomcircle.org
Employer ID Number: 20-0609575
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) 3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2024
Requested Amount: 8,000

Project Title: Empowering Youth Through Digital Outreach: Expanding the Elder Wisdom Circle’s Impact
Project Description:

This project is a request for $8,000 to institute digital marketing strategies to reach diverse youth across the United States.

Elder Wisdom Circle’s mission is to utilize the wisdom of older adults in providing caring advice to other generations, especially young people aged 16-25, who need the support of an adult in addressing significant challenges in their lives. We have been providing advice to younger generations for over 22 years. We have answered over 500,000 requests for advice. We know that families with children are stressed; young people living in poverty are stressed; and teens struggle with anxiety and depression. Our Elders answer advice letters via our website where advice-seekers submit an email about their challenge, and elders respond to them with a free, confidential, personalized response based on their own life experiences. As an all-virtual organization, we receive requests from across the US.

We know from research on human development that social-emotional wellness is built through positive relationships with important people in our lives. We are social beings who need to be in caring relationships to thrive. When young people receive nonjudgmental and caring advice from a compassionate adult, they can pause, reflect, and use their skills to regulate their emotions, which in turn helps them in family and community relationships.

The demand for our work continues to stay at a high level but we know we are not reaching all the young people who can benefit. EWC wants to be the free “go-to” provider of free, caring, nonjudgmental advice, educating and supporting young advice-seekers in meeting their non-acute mental health needs and flourishing in their lives. This grant request would support increased organizational capacity to create and distribute our brand mechanisms that would allow EWC to expand its work to reach more young people.

Total Project Budget: $12,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Major Donor to Elder Wisdom Circle: $4,000

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: United States
Age Group To Be Served: 16-25

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Sara Jane
Contact Last Name: Lowry
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 412-821-0242
Contact Email: sarajane@elderwisdomcircle.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Montana Outdoor Science School
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 502
City: Bozeman
State: Montana
Postal Code: 59771
Main Phone: 406-219-3899
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.outdoorscience.org
Employer ID Number: 81-0503944
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/15/24
Requested Amount: 5,000

Project Title: Scholarships for outdoor-based science education
Project Description:

Since 1994, Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS) inspires curiosity, awareness, and understanding of nature and science through quality educational experiences. Our goal is to make MOSS’ unique and memorable programming to everyone, no matter background or means. The MOSS Scholarship Fund allows us to offer our educational outdoor camp experiences to students that would not otherwise be able to participate. The program awards either full or partial scholarships depending on the need and suggested income level of participants. MOSS’ goal is to make nature accessible to everyone and make everyone feel welcome in nature. Our programs create deep and meaningful connections to nature that last a lifetime and develop the next generation of stewards for the environment. Our funding request would allow for 10 students to participate in MOSS programs, including the Certified Master Naturalist program for adults and a variety youth educational summer camps with science-based themes such as Engineering in Nature, Powerful Predators, and Forged by Fire which teaches important fire ecology, botany and natural art.

Total Project Budget: 15,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Northwestern Energy and individual donors and local business partners

Project Duration: one year
Geographical Area Served: Bozeman, Montana
Age Group To Be Served: kindergarten age kids through high school and adults

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Shelly
Contact Last Name: Siedlaczek
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 406-219-3899
Contact Email: shellys@outdoorscience.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Aid to Adoption of Special Kids
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: AASK
Mailing Address: 2320 N 2oth St
City: Phoenix
State: Arizona
Postal Code: 85006
Main Phone: 602-254-2275
Main Fax: 602-212-2564
Organization Website: aask-az.org
Employer ID Number: 86-0611935
Organization Tax Status: non profit

Proposal Information

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

Project Title: AASK Mentoring Program
Project Description:

The number of youth in foster care exceeds the number of homes available to care and house, leaving many youth in congregate care where their basic needs are met. Still, they aren’t receiving the same one-on-one attention their peers in family settings receive.

AASK’s mentoring program matches these youth with a volunteer mentor, allowing them to explore hobbies and interests, improve academic performance, prepare for adulthood, and gain confidence.

Youth with a mentor reduce their risk for drug and alcohol addiction, are more likely to graduate high school, and reduce their risk of incarceration and unstable housing and employment.

Total Project Budget: 179,009

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Primarily from individual donors and support from the City of Peoria and Town of Gilbert

Project Duration: ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Maricopa County, Arizona
Age Group To Be Served: 9-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Josie
Contact Last Name: Gaieck
Contact Title: Development Specialist
Contact Phone: 602-930-4469
Contact Email: jgaieck@aask-az.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: URBAN SOLUTIONS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CORP
Legal Name (if Different): URBAN SOLUTIONS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CORP
Also Known As: FULL & FABULOUS CURVY GIRL PROJECT
Mailing Address: 12461 RIAD STREET
City: DETROIT
State: Michigan
Postal Code: 48224
Main Phone: 17244928789
Main Fax:
Organization Website: WWW.FULLANDFABULOUS.ORG
Employer ID Number: 383625121
Organization Tax Status: 501C3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: MARCH 15, 2024
Requested Amount: $9850.00

Project Title: THE CURVY GIRL PROJECT AND FRIENDS
Project Description:

THE FULL & FABULOUS CURVY GIRL PROJECT IS AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM THAT PROMOTES SELF-ESTEEM, HEALTH, WELLNESS AND POSITIVE BODY IMAGE IN OVERWEIGHT GIRLS AGES 12-21. THE GIRLS PARTICIPATE IN YOGA, HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES, AEROBICS, LIFE SKILLS CLASSES. ALSO FUN FIELD TRIPS, SUCH AS BOWLING AND SKATING.

Total Project Budget: $9850.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): POP SOLUTION AFTER SCHOOL GRANT

Project Duration: 6 MONTHS
Geographical Area Served: METROPOLITAN DETROIT MICHIGAN AREA
Age Group To Be Served: AGES 12-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): DR.
Contact First Name: Dr. Sharon
Contact Last Name: DuMas
Contact Title: FOUNDER-CEO
Contact Phone: 13133632530
Contact Email: fullnfabulous@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: URBAN SOLUTIONS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CORP
Legal Name (if Different): URBAN SOLUTIONS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CORP
Also Known As: FULL & FABULOUS CURVY GIRL PROJECT
Mailing Address: 12461 RIAD STREET
City: DETROIT
State: Michigan
Postal Code: 48224
Main Phone: 17244928789
Main Fax:
Organization Website: WWW.FULLANDFABULOUS.ORG
Employer ID Number: 383625121
Organization Tax Status: 501C3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: MARCH 15, 2024
Requested Amount: $9850.00

Project Title: THE CURVY GIRL PROJECT AND FRIENDS
Project Description:

THE FULL & FABULOUS CURVY GIRL PROJECT IS AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM THAT PROMOTES SELF-ESTEEM, HEALTH, WELLNESS AND POSITIVE BODY IMAGE IN OVERWEIGHT GIRLS AGES 12-21. THE GIRLS PARTICIPATE IN YOGA, HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES, AEROBICS, LIFE SKILLS CLASSES. ALSO FUN FIELD TRIPS, SUCH AS BOWLING AND SKATING.

Total Project Budget: $9850.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): POP SOLUTION AFTER SCHOOL GRANT

Project Duration: 6 MONTHS
Geographical Area Served: METROPOLITAN DETROIT MICHIGAN AREA
Age Group To Be Served: AGES 12-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): DR.
Contact First Name: Dr. Sharon
Contact Last Name: DuMas
Contact Title: FOUNDER-CEO
Contact Phone: 13133632530
Contact Email: fullnfabulous@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Girls on the Run Southern Utah
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1947 Pikes Drive
City: St. George
State: UT
Postal Code: 84770
Main Phone: 4357030299
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.gotrsouthernutah.org
Employer ID Number: 47-2246689
Organization Tax Status: 501-c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/14/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Serving Three Title I Teams
Project Description:

Girls on the Run Southern Utah is an independent chapter of Girls on the Run International. We offer a 10 week after school program focused on teaching girls social emotional skills, healthy habits, mental health coping skills, how to reach their goals, confidence building skills and more.

The program culminates in a community 5K where participants feel the accomplishments of their hard work and goal setting.

Approximately 60% of our participants fall below the poverty level and require financial assistance.

This funding request will serve 50 participants across three Title I schools. These participants’ families may not be able to pay their program fees without these scholarships.

Scholarships for 50 girls: $8,750
Shoes for 30 underserved girls $1,250

Total Project Budget: 34,595

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Grants, corporate sponsorships: 24,000

Project Duration: 10 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Rural Washington and Iron Counties in Utah
Age Group To Be Served: 8 – 13 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Melissa
Contact Last Name: Miller
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 435.703.0299
Contact Email: melissa.miller@girlsontherun.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Denise Louie Education Center
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 5333 15th Avenue South Suite 1K
City: Seattle
State: WA
Postal Code: 98108
Main Phone: (206) 806-7389
Main Fax: (206) 260-8853
Organization Website: www.deniselouie.org
Employer ID Number: EIN: 91-1016974
Organization Tax Status: Nonprofit 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/13/2024
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: Emergency Fund
Project Description:

A child’s brain develops faster from birth to age 5 than at any other time. These critical developmental years set the groundwork for future life outcomes. Yet, for many children living in communities left under resourced by decades of historical and institutional racism, their families cannot find, afford, or access quality early education and care.

DLEC is guided by the belief that our society can only become just when all its young children have access to high-quality, multicultural, early learning opportunities regardless of race, heritage, citizenship, or economic status. Our purpose is to promote school readiness through our early education centers, home visiting program and free weekly story at 3 local libraries. We prepare families for a lifetime of success by partnering with expectant families prior to the child’s birth and into the child’s early years (ages 0-5).

Our funding request is to help support the agency’s greatest needs. Currently our greatest needs are supporting the children and families we serve and their basic needs. Funds would be used to provide educational materials to children during the summer, purchasing bus tickets and supplying the emergency fund that families can access. The end of the Eviction Memorandum in Seattle has led to a sharp 10% increase in family homelessness. Our emergency fund is crucial, now more than ever, as we are inundated with families desperately needing help for their immediate crises and basic needs. With the Hermanowski Foundation’s support, DLEC is at a critical juncture to alter the futures of vulnerable children and their families by providing essential necessities.

Total Project Budget: 15000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: $5000 Windermere; Potential: Cathay Bank Foundation, Tulalip Tribes, Snoqualmie Tribes,

Project Duration: September 2023 to August 2024
Geographical Area Served: King County, Washington
Age Group To Be Served: Birth to age 5

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Nikki
Contact Last Name: Huang
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 206-806-7389
Contact Email: nhuang@deniselouie.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Eye Care 4 Kids
Legal Name (if Different): Eye Care For Kids
Also Known As: EyeCare4Kids
Mailing Address: 6911 South State Street
City: Midvale
State: Utah
Postal Code: 84047
Main Phone: 801-285-5443
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: https://eyecare4kids.org
Employer ID Number: 87-0675404
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 14,2024
Requested Amount: $ 6,000

Project Title: Sght 4 Success – Utah
Project Description:

At Eye Care 4 Kids, we believe every child who needs glasses should have them, regardless of socio-economic circumstances. Our mission is to provide professional vision care to low-income, visually impaired children and families. We recognize the inherent link between vision and education and are dedicated to giving all students the best chance at academic, social, and emotional success. Through the commitment of our network of community supporters, we remove barriers to good vision—there should not be social inequality for children in providing this basic service.

A high-impact solution to healthcare inequality, EyeCare4Kids’ Sight 4 Success campaign is designed to make vital vision care services accessible to families from diverse backgrounds with limited financial resources. The “SEE-MORE” Mobile Vision Clinic brings the full menu of vision care services to schools, community centers, rural areas, and Native American reservations throughout the State.

All children visiting our vision clinic receive a vision screening by a qualified technician, a vision evaluation and eye exam by an optometrist or ophthalmologist, and a quality pair of eyeglasses made in our state-of-the-art optical lab to their exact prescription (when needed). The eyewear package includes new frames with polycarbonate, scratch-resistant corrective lenses and UV coating, and a soft case. We negotiate with the largest manufacturers to get the latest styles and sizes. Our products have not been previously used or recycled.

Given today’s historic inflation, EyeCare4Kids is experiencing increased demand for help from parents, teachers, and community leaders looking for an affordable option to receive professional vision care. A new $6,000 grant from the Hermanowski Family Foundation will enable Eye Care 4 Kids to provide 300 vision care services for low-income children in the State of Utah.

Total Project Budget: $ 1,950,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Foundations: $330,000; Corporations: $446,000; Individuals: $170,250 ; Potential: approx $1,550,000

Project Duration: 12 month
Geographical Area Served: Rural Areas within the State of Utah
Age Group To Be Served: 5 – 18 years

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Joseph
Contact Last Name: Carbone
Contact Title: President, Founder
Contact Phone: 801-860-0263
Contact Email: joseph@eyecare4kids.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Fairfax CASA
Mailing Address: 4103 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 200
City: Fairfax
State: VA
Postal Code: 22030
Main Phone: 7032733526
Main Fax: 7032732201
Organization Website: www.fairfaxcasa.org
Employer ID Number: 54-1555197
Organization Tax Status: Nonprofit 501c3 org

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/14/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Advocating for Abused and Neglected Children with Open Cases Before the Court
Project Description:

Since 1989, Fairfax CASA has served almost 9,000 abused children by providing a vetted, trained and dedicated volunteer (a CASA), who ensures that the voices of these vulnerable children are heard, and that they do not slip through the cracks of the chaotic child welfare system. The majority of our children are separated from their parents and removed from everything and everyone they know; their lives change in an instant. While in the system, most children experience at least two foster home placements, school changes, and multiple social workers. Siblings are sometimes separated, children are placed in treatment facilities, and visitation with parents occurs once or twice per week and is closely supervised. Throughout their time in this system, there is one person who will be there from the beginning, until the very end of their case: Their CASA. Fairfax CASAs stay on their cases until closure (an average of 23 months, but we have had cases stay open as long as 10 years).

CASAs act as the “eyes and ears” of the Court, by getting to know the children (visiting at least twice/month), observing the relationships with their parents, checking in with service providers and schools, monitoring the status of court-ordered services, and listening to the children. They write comprehensive reports, with recommendations, for every hearing. They keep the focus of these cases on the children.

Post-pandemic, we have experienced a surge in substance abuse, mental health issues and domestic violence. Last year, we experienced a 137% increase in cases, serving more children (367) than we have in over a decade, and we are on track to serve even more this year. 100% of our funding comes from competitive grants, donations and events. A $10,000 grant would cover the cost of one year of advocacy for five children.

Total Project Budget: $733,491

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Fairfax County Government, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, VOCA funding (Federal), The Newburger Schwartz Family Foundation, The Fairfax County Department of Family Services

Project Duration: on going
Geographical Area Served: Fairfax County, Virginia
Age Group To Be Served: 0-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Darcy
Contact Last Name: Hubbard
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 5712356120
Contact Email: dhubbard@casafairfax.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Girls Dig Deeper Initiative
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1740 Rocky Creek Rd 20094
City: Macon
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 31205
Main Phone: 9546751276
Main Fax:
Organization Website: girlsddi,org
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: 501 c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/14/2024
Requested Amount: $9,000

Project Title: Winners’ Mindset
Project Description:

Winners Mindset is a transformative 6-week program designed to equip troubled youth with essential leadership skills and a positive mindset for success. Our program targets youth aged 12-18 who are at risk of academic failure or behavioral issues, serving the Macon, GA area. Through interactive workshops, mentorship, and hands-on activities, participants will develop key leadership qualities such as resilience, empathy, effective communication, and goal-setting. Each week focuses on a different aspect of leadership, starting with self-awareness and progressing to community impact.

Total Project Budget: $9,000

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

Project Duration: 6weeks
Geographical Area Served: Macon, GA
Age Group To Be Served: 12-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Najiva
Contact Last Name: Timothee
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 9546751276
Contact Email: n.timothee@girlsddi.org / girlsddi@gmail.com