Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Avalon Carver Community Center
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Avalon-Carver
Mailing Address: 4920 Avalon Blvd
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Postal Code: 90011
Main Phone: (323) 232-4391
Main Fax:
Organization Website: WWW.AVALON-CARVER.ORG
Employer ID Number: 95-1690963
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03-13-2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: MOBILE STEM LABS: Transforming the lives of underserved youth
Project Description:

Avalon Carver, through Mobile STEM Labs, serves culturally diverse students and works towards eliminating disparities in access to STEM education that disproportionately affect underserved schools by:
• Building equitable STEM Learning Communities for K-12 students
• Providing high-quality professional development models for staff and administrators
• Supporting teachers by equipping classrooms with materials, equipment, and support personnel to increase STEM Literacy
• Partnering with schools and STEM industry leaders
• Implementing Next Generation Science Standards hands-on curriculum
• Innovating STEM Literacy to enhance fine motor skills and build on ELA Common Core standards

Mobile STEM Labs is an educational program dedicated to (1) eliminating the disparities in access to quality STEM) education, (2) promoting STEM literacy for all students and (3) inspiring the next generation of scientist, doctors, engineers, technologists and entrepreneurs. Accomplishing these goals will ensure the next generation is well equipped to solve global challenges such as climate change, securing cyberspace, and sustaining land and oceans to name a few. MSL collaborates with underrepresented low-income K-12th grade schools to provide students with authentic STEM learning experiences. Research shows early exposure to scientific principles and how science applies to everyday life can increase a student’s motivation toward college and a STEM related career.

MSLs curriculum is carefully curated by STEM curriculum experts with an interdisciplinary hands-on approach. It integrates exploratory learning, discovery, critical thinking and problem-solving that requires students to actively engage a situation to find creative solutions. In 60 to 90-minute sessions over 24 weeks, and with a focus on experiential learning, we help students develop important life skills such as teamwork, troubleshooting, diligence, problem solving, innovation, and critical thinking. Following is a brief description of the primary content areas of our curriculum.

Total Project Budget: 350000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): JOSEPH DROWN FOUNDATION, BOSTON SCIENTIFIC, MICROSOFT, JACK IN THE BOX, LABCORP

Project Duration: 24 WEEKS
Geographical Area Served: SOUTH LOS ANGELES
Age Group To Be Served: 5-14

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): MRS.
Contact First Name: EILEEN
Contact Last Name: FORBES-HILL
Contact Title: VP, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Contact Phone: 3108953140
Contact Email: EILEENFORBES@AVALON-CARVER.ORG

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Proposal Information

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Contact Information

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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Avalon Carver Community Center
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Avalon-Carver
Mailing Address: 4920 Avalon Blvd
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Postal Code: 90011
Main Phone: (323) 232-4391
Main Fax:
Organization Website: WWW.AVALON-CARVER.ORG
Employer ID Number: 95-1690963
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03-13-2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: MOBILE STEM LABS: Transforming the lives of underserved youth
Project Description:

Avalon Carver, through Mobile STEM Labs, serves culturally diverse students and works towards eliminating disparities in access to STEM education that disproportionately affect underserved schools by:
• Building equitable STEM Learning Communities for K-12 students
• Providing high-quality professional development models for staff and administrators
• Supporting teachers by equipping classrooms with materials, equipment, and support personnel to increase STEM Literacy
• Partnering with schools and STEM industry leaders
• Implementing Next Generation Science Standards hands-on curriculum
• Innovating STEM Literacy to enhance fine motor skills and build on ELA Common Core standards

Mobile STEM Labs is an educational program dedicated to (1) eliminating the disparities in access to quality STEM) education, (2) promoting STEM literacy for all students and (3) inspiring the next generation of scientist, doctors, engineers, technologists and entrepreneurs. Accomplishing these goals will ensure the next generation is well equipped to solve global challenges such as climate change, securing cyberspace, and sustaining land and oceans to name a few. MSL collaborates with underrepresented low-income K-12th grade schools to provide students with authentic STEM learning experiences. Research shows early exposure to scientific principles and how science applies to everyday life can increase a student’s motivation toward college and a STEM related career.

MSLs curriculum is carefully curated by STEM curriculum experts with an interdisciplinary hands-on approach. It integrates exploratory learning, discovery, critical thinking and problem-solving that requires students to actively engage a situation to find creative solutions. In 60 to 90-minute sessions over 24 weeks, and with a focus on experiential learning, we help students develop important life skills such as teamwork, troubleshooting, diligence, problem solving, innovation, and critical thinking. Following is a brief description of the primary content areas of our curriculum.

Total Project Budget: 350000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): JOSEPH DROWN FOUNDATION, BOSTON SCIENTIFIC, MICROSOFT, JACK IN THE BOX, LABCORP

Project Duration: 24 WEEKS
Geographical Area Served: SOUTH LOS ANGELES
Age Group To Be Served: 5-14

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): MRS.
Contact First Name: EILEEN
Contact Last Name: FORBES-HILL
Contact Title: VP, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Contact Phone: 3108953140
Contact Email: EILEENFORBES@AVALON-CARVER.ORG

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Why Cant We Make a Difference?
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: WCWMAD
Mailing Address: 3651 S. La Brea Ave, #767
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Postal Code: 90016
Main Phone: (213) 944-2028
Main Fax: (213) 944-2028
Organization Website: www.WCWMAD.ORG
Employer ID Number: 42-1676799
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03-14-2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: The Multicultural Teacher Training Program (MTTP)
Project Description:

The Multicultural Teacher Training Program (MTTP) is a crucial initiative aimed at preparing youth ages 18-21 for a career as culturally competent classroom instructors and teachers. The transition phase from student to student-teacher is a pivotal opportunity to adequately prepare Black youth to become exceptional teachers who serve marginalized communities of color. WCWMAD aims to equip student-teachers with the skills and confidence needed to successfully navigate their careers.

MTTP will provide aspiring teachers with 480 hours of hands-on learning experiences that will build a foundation for incomparable, compassionate, qualified teachers. Why Can’t We Make a Difference, through the MTTP, represents a learning community of professionals who support individuals interested in shaping the future of marginalized youth through teaching. The three primary goals of the program are to:
• increase the number of multicultural teachers who are adequately equipped to provide instruction to diverse population within marginalized regions of Los Angeles
• prepare a diverse teaching force of instructors who are prepared to teach, especially in high-need areas such as mathematics, science, special education, and bilingual education
• provide ongoing, high-quality support to aspiring teachers on their path to earning their teaching credential
• prepare teachers for the unique needs and rigors of educating marginalized youth of color

Teacher preparation plays an important role in teacher success (Bacharach et al., 2010). Research indicates that teachers who are well prepared and trained in the communities they will work have the greatest influence on student achievement (Wilson et al., 2001). Ensuring teacher success and preparation ensures that students have a higher level of opportunity for academic success. The MTTP provides mentorship/coaching, classroom experience, curriculum development training, and ongoing professional development to enhances and build on the participant’s experiences. The goal is for the MTTP participants to become experts in providing instruction to underserved populations.

Total Project Budget: 900000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): NBA Foundation, Sparkplug, The Longview Foundation

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Los Angeles
Age Group To Be Served: 18-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Derek
Contact Last Name: Richardson
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 2139442028
Contact Email: Derek@WCWMAD.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Why Cant We Make a Difference?
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: WCWMAD
Mailing Address: 3651 S. La Brea Ave, #767
City: Los Angeles
State: CA
Postal Code: 90016
Main Phone: (213) 944-2028
Main Fax: (213) 944-2028
Organization Website: www.WCWMAD.ORG
Employer ID Number: 42-1676799
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03-14-2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: The Multicultural Teacher Training Program (MTTP)
Project Description:

The Multicultural Teacher Training Program (MTTP) is a crucial initiative aimed at preparing youth ages 18-21 for a career as culturally competent classroom instructors and teachers. The transition phase from student to student-teacher is a pivotal opportunity to adequately prepare Black youth to become exceptional teachers who serve marginalized communities of color. WCWMAD aims to equip student-teachers with the skills and confidence needed to successfully navigate their careers.

MTTP will provide aspiring teachers with 480 hours of hands-on learning experiences that will build a foundation for incomparable, compassionate, qualified teachers. Why Can’t We Make a Difference, through the MTTP, represents a learning community of professionals who support individuals interested in shaping the future of marginalized youth through teaching. The three primary goals of the program are to:
• increase the number of multicultural teachers who are adequately equipped to provide instruction to diverse population within marginalized regions of Los Angeles
• prepare a diverse teaching force of instructors who are prepared to teach, especially in high-need areas such as mathematics, science, special education, and bilingual education
• provide ongoing, high-quality support to aspiring teachers on their path to earning their teaching credential
• prepare teachers for the unique needs and rigors of educating marginalized youth of color

Teacher preparation plays an important role in teacher success (Bacharach et al., 2010). Research indicates that teachers who are well prepared and trained in the communities they will work have the greatest influence on student achievement (Wilson et al., 2001). Ensuring teacher success and preparation ensures that students have a higher level of opportunity for academic success. The MTTP provides mentorship/coaching, classroom experience, curriculum development training, and ongoing professional development to enhances and build on the participant’s experiences. The goal is for the MTTP participants to become experts in providing instruction to underserved populations.

Total Project Budget: 900000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): NBA Foundation, Sparkplug, The Longview Foundation

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Los Angeles
Age Group To Be Served: 18-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Derek
Contact Last Name: Richardson
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 2139442028
Contact Email: Derek@WCWMAD.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Loop It Up Savannah
Legal Name (if Different): Loop It Up Savannah Inc
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1106 East 59th Street
City: Savannah
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 31404
Main Phone: 9126602812
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.loopitupsavannah.com
Employer ID Number: 47-3647962
Organization Tax Status: Tax-Exempt Nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/13/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Major Programs
Project Description:

Since 2008 the goal of Loop It Up Savannah has been to use expressive arts and innovative curricula to advance achievement and well-being among students living in under-resourced communities, and who attend Title I schools and early learning centers serving the same demographic. Our programs allow us to reduce disparities in basic knowledge and/or learning readiness, and contribute to the social and emotional well-being of our participants.

We are seeking support for our three major programs:

1. Looping Literacy Together is a multi-layered early literacy program targeting Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grade 1. The program includes an arts-integrated early literacy curriculum based on specially selected, age-appropriate texts, and the Book Box Library project, in which children design take-home libraries.

2. The Mindfulness Zone offers children a toolkit for addressing emotionally challenging circumstances that arise in school, at home, and among community members. The program uses mindfulness practice, yoga, and expressive arts, and works with children to develop self-understanding and empathetic relationships. The curriculum for this program has been adapted to serve Pre-K through Grade 12.

3. The STEAM Dream program uses project-based learning to encourage extended investigations of complex questions, problems, or challenges students encounter within their communities. We have created a school gardening program that teaches the basics of gardening and preparing healthy meals, and offers a source of supplementary, nutrient rich foods to the school communities. This program serves Pre-K through Grade 12.

Emphasis in each program is placed on critical thinking, reading, writing, the expressive use of imagery, on both individual and collaborative work, on gaining interpersonal communication skills, and in making thoughtful observations about the work and struggles of others. Our goal is to simultaneously raise the levels of social, academic, and emotional competence among students using an arts-based, mindful, exploratory, and collaborative approach to learning.

Total Project Budget: $458,250

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Government Grants: 116,607; Corporate Grants: 39,000; Foundation Grants: 178,500; Unite Way: 15,000; Individual Donors: 99,143

Project Duration: 12 months (2025)
Geographical Area Served: Savannah, Georgia
Age Group To Be Served: Ages 3 to 18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Molly
Contact Last Name: Lieberman
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 912-660-2812
Contact Email: molly@loopitupsavannah.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Bright Spot Network
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 3090
City: Alameda
State: California
Postal Code: 94501
Main Phone: 6083358650
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.brightspotnetwork.org
Employer ID Number: 84-2925337
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 13, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Bright Box
Project Description:

Bright Spot Network is a national nonprofit supporting families navigating a parent’s cancer diagnosis through opportunities for individual and familial healing and reconnection. Our programs range from tools to talk to kids about cancer, family connections through art, support groups for parents, groups for children and educational resources for parents.

Bright Spot Network is requesting $10,000 to support our Bright Box art program. This popular program is free and provides meaningful moments of (re)connection and exploration for Bright Spot children. A Bright Box contains six simple art projects that have been designed for children who have a parent recovering from cancer treatment. These art projects keep children busy while a parent is resting, provide an easy activity that allows for quality time between a caregiver and child, and gives a sense of normalcy. As one parent explained, “In her own little world that felt out of control, [my daughter’s Bright Box projects] gave her something of her own. The projects are still hanging proudly and she moved them occasionally to other spots in the house, telling me that what she created matters to her… It is so essential, this reminder that who you are and what you bring into the world still deeply matters.”

When a parent is undergoing cancer treatment, children are more likely to suffer from loneliness, isolation, and depression. With opportunities to find meaningful connections, those negative experiences decrease. Over 90% of Bright Box recipients told us that Bright Box increased or greatly increased their connection to their children. Our Bright Box program has grown from supporting 144 families in 2021 to almost 791 in 2023. We plan to distribute 1000 Bright Boxes in 2024. With the help of the Hermanowski Foundation we will be able to continue this growth.

Total Project Budget: 59,088

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): PHrMA $15,000.00 (Committed); 2seventyBio $5,000.00 (Received) ; Dreyfus Foundation $15,000.00 (Projected) Individual Donations $14,000.00 (Projected)

Project Duration: on-going
Geographical Area Served: national
Age Group To Be Served: 2-10 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Haley
Contact Last Name: Pollack
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 608 335 8650
Contact Email: haley@brightspotnetwork.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Galesburg Public Library Foundation
Legal Name (if Different): Not Applicable
Also Known As: Not Applicable
Mailing Address: 246 W. Main Street
City: Galesburg
State: IL
Postal Code: 61401
Main Phone: 309/343-6118
Main Fax: 309-343-4877
Organization Website: https://thegplf.org/
Employer ID Number: 32-0233242
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/13/2024
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: Educational Enhancements: Storytime and STEM
Project Description:

The Galesburg Public Library addresses existing disparities by providing quality, affordable services that meet the needs of all Galesburg area residents including:
• Programs for children of all ages to discover and explore new worlds and build the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in school and in life.
• Access to digital and information technology for those residents who would not otherwise have these opportunities.
• Opportunities for adults to access information, work together, discuss and share ideas, and build skills to reach their full potential.

2,300 of the library’s 13,000 cardholders are children. The library would to enhance educational services offered to children of all ages with the addition of Storytime Kits and Robotics and Coding Activities.

Storytime Kits will focus on ten topics specifically selected by librarians to help children develop the literacy skills and competencies they need to be successful in school. Caregivers and educators will be able to check out the Storytime Kits which will contain all the materials needed for a productive story-time session. Each kit will include several books; an outline with related songs, rhymes, and activities; materials for two to three hands-on activities; and information on helping children build early literacy skills.

The library would also like to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) offerings for children, ages kindergarten through high school, with robotics and coding activities. Ozobot makes award-winning robots that give all children the opportunity to create with technology. The Ozobot Evo Classroom kit is an all-in-one, reusable STEM kit with robotics and coding activities and lessons. The Ozobot kit would enable the library to provide the highest quality, research-backed technology education that children can’t access anywhere else – helping them develop the skills necessary for the 21st century workforce and future success in STEM careers.

Total Project Budget: $6,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The Galesburg Public Library is committing $1,000 to this project to cover staff costs for implementation

Project Duration: One Year
Geographical Area Served: The city of Galesburg, Illinois and surrounding communities
Age Group To Be Served: Children ages 2-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Heather
Contact Last Name: Sipes
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 309/343-6118, extension 101
Contact Email: heather.sipes@thegplf.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Eastern Carolina Wrestling Academy INC
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: ECWA
Mailing Address: 201 Big Run
City: Jacksonville
State: NC
Postal Code: 28540
Main Phone: 9103819207
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.facebook.com/ECWANC
Employer ID Number: 93-2464111
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/13/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: "Empowering Women in Wrestling: Expanding Facilities and Resources at the Eastern Carolina Wrestling Academy"
Project Description:

Our project, "Empowering Women in Wrestling: Expanding Facilities and Resources at the Eastern Carolina Wrestling Academy", focuses on fostering the growth of women’s wrestling by enhancing our current infrastructure and resources. Recognizing the increasing interest and participation in women’s wrestling, we plan to expand our current facilities to comfortably accommodate this growth. This involves increasing the mat space and enlarging training areas to ensure our female wrestlers have a dedicated, spacious, and comfortable environment for their training sessions. In addition to the facility expansion, we aim to provide high-quality uniforms for our female wrestlers. These uniforms, designed for comfort and safety, will contribute to a sense of unity and pride among our female members. By expanding our facilities and providing essential resources, we aim to create an inclusive and supportive environment that caters to the specific needs of our female wrestlers. This project signifies our commitment to promoting women’s wrestling in Eastern Carolina and empowering our female members to succeed in the sport.

Total Project Budget: 50000

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

Project Duration: 6 months
Geographical Area Served: The Eastern Carolina Wrestling Academy serves the Eastern Carolina region, including the communities in and around Onslow County. However, our reach is not restricted to this region alone. We also attract wrestling enthusiasts from surrounding areas and counties who are looking for a comprehensive and inclusive wrestling training facility. We are committed to promoting wrestling and providing high-quality training to individuals of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds in this region and beyond. Our ultimate goal is to make wrestling accessible to all who have the desire to engage in the sport.
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): MS.
Contact First Name: Jimmie
Contact Last Name: DeMaroney
Contact Title: Secretary/Treasurer
Contact Phone: 3157677007
Contact Email: j.demaroney@ecwa23.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Purpose Driven Sisters
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 11414 W Park Place
City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsn
Postal Code: 53222
Main Phone: 2624237118
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.purposedsisters.org
Employer ID Number: 83-0604696
Organization Tax Status: 5013c

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/13/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: My Relationship with mom and dad matters
Project Description:

My relationship with mom and dad matters is a series of eight workshops with the focus of communication, healthy choices, social-emotional control, the five love languages, boundaries, self-care, intimacy building skills and etiquette. At each of these workshops, parents are required to attend with their children. We begin each workshop with an icebreaker and then we have an open dialogue on the topic of choice. We then incorporate an interactive activity that bridges the topic of choice with an example by role playing and relationship building. To conclude our workshop, we have a community circle where participants can share positive feedback from the evening. At the end of the eight-week workshop our hopes are that the mothers and their sons and the fathers and their daughter will create a more secure and healthy bond.
Other ways that we celebrate the mother and son, and father and daughter relationship is we have a kickball tournament and an annual dance. The kickball tournament adds excitement and friendly competition. What we enjoy most is seeing the fathers encourage their daughters and mothers encouraging their sons. The winning team receives a championship trophy, and we conclude our tournament with a family picnic. At our annual family dance, we have the families dress like twins. Dancing not only incorporates physical health, but we see emotional health increase as well. The smiles, the laughs and lifelong memories created keep families coming back. At the annual dance the families can take pictures, dance, eat and each mother and daughter gets a corsage, and each father and son gets a boutonniere. Due to our partnership with the Milwaukee Bucks, Bango the Milwaukee Bucks mascot, comes to our dance and gives out awards to parents and the children.

Total Project Budget: 10000

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

Project Duration: 6 months
Geographical Area Served: Inner city of Milwaukee
Age Group To Be Served: 8-18 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Ryann
Contact Last Name: McNair
Contact Title: Director
Contact Phone: 4144842296
Contact Email: rylodiggins@gmail.com