Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Books for Classrooms
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1432 S. San Luis
City: Green Valley
State: Arizona
Postal Code: 85614
Main Phone: 5206644841
Main Fax: NA
Organization Website: booksforclassrooms.org
Employer ID Number: 84-2102053
Organization Tax Status: 501 (C) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/08/2024
Requested Amount: $8,000

Project Title: Improve Literacy Scores at Sunnyside Middle Schools
Project Description:

Established in 2019, Books for Classrooms is an all-volunteer organization working out of our homes. Our mission: to improve literacy of children from pre-school through 12th grade by providing FREE, high-quality, relevant, age-appropriate, educator-evaluated books that encourage an understanding of diversity, peace, social justice, conflict resolution, and the environment. Primary beneficiaries are low-income children in Pima County, Arizona Title 1 district public schools.

All funds will be used to purchase books for libraries and some classrooms at four Sunnyside School District middle schools in Tucson, Arizona. District Superintendent, José Gastellum, fully supports us.

No significant funding has been available for over a decade to restock these school libraries. This is a component of an overall upgrade and diversification of supplementary reading book collections in district classrooms and libraries begun in 2021.

The four middle schools: Apollo, Challenger, Gallego, Lauffer in Tucson, Arizona; 89.74% Hispanic. 2023 ELA Test Data: Apollo–536 students, 61% minimally proficient; Challenger–655 students, 66% minimally proficient; Gallego–839 students, 43% minimally proficient; Lauffer–428 students, 58% minimally proficient. (azreportcards.azed.gov)

The Importance of Diverse Books:
At Books for Classrooms, we recognize the immense value of feeling represented by the books we read. Every child, regardless of their heritage or identity, deserves to see themselves reflected in the stories they encounter. This principle is at the heart of our mission: to ensure that every classroom becomes a space where diversity is celebrated, respected, and nurtured.

First Book’s recently released study (September 2023) supports the importance of diverse books: Among the findings: “Increasing access to diverse books in the classroom environment increases the amount of time that children spend reading, and positively impacts students’ reading scores. (Source: First Book: Eliminating Barriers, Inspiring Young Minds; https://firstbook.org/solutions/diverse-books-study/)

To date, we have provided over 50,000 free diverse books to Pima County schools.

Total Project Budget: $70,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): New Initiative; Pending: Stocker Fdn, H. S. Lopez Fdn, Fred and Christine Armstrong Fdn; Sund Fdn; Beaty Martinez Fdn.

Project Duration: One year
Geographical Area Served: Pima County, Arizona
Age Group To Be Served: Grades 7, 8, 9

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Linda
Contact Last Name: Laird
Contact Title: Coordinator/President
Contact Phone: 520-664-4841
Contact Email: lindalaird@booksforclassrooms.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: STEAM LEARNING INSTITUTE
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1910 Garden Dr #308
City: Burlingame
State: California
Postal Code: 94010-5362
Main Phone: 4157079902
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.steamlearninginstitute.com/
Employer ID Number: 92-1394417
Organization Tax Status: exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/08/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Place-Based Learning Fellowship for STEAM Educators
Project Description:

In the Bay Area of California, practitioners will experience the extraordinary wilderness experience when, every year, up to 10,000 elephant seals return to breed, give birth, and molt their skin amongst the scenic dunes and beaches of Año Nueva State Park in Pescadero, CA. We will also be immersed in our interdependent relationship with Earth Science and chemistry processes such as erosion, land formation, and climate change. STEAM educators will be led in creative exercises such as storytelling, arts, creative writing, and painting in connecting with the
chemical elements in nature/wilderness.
The participants will attend a wilderness retreat in Costanoa Lodge, where glamping sites will be
available. From there, we will observe the Elephant Seal for one day at the Aña Nuevo State
Park. We will also catalogue wildlife such as plants, raptors, etc….Educators will draw inspiration
from nature and other participants, as well as the STEAM Learning Institute team, who will
provide training on implementing nature-based knowledge, and liberatory practices in the classroom and the school community. This training gives priority to STEAM educators serving Oakland community.

Total Project Budget: 35000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): STATE COASTAL CONSERVANCY, NSF

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Bay Area
Age Group To Be Served: Classroom teachers

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Imene
Contact Last Name: Ghernati
Contact Title: Founder, Executive Director
Contact Phone: 4157079902
Contact Email: steamlearninginstitute@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Liberty Theatre Astoria
Legal Name (if Different): Liberty Restoration, Inc.
Also Known As: Liberty Theatre
Mailing Address: 1203 Commercial Street
City: Astoria
State: Oregon
Postal Code: 97103
Main Phone: 503-325-5922
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: https://libertyastoria.org/
Employer ID Number: 87-0452722
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3 Public Charity

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Kids make Theatre
Project Description:

The Liberty Theatre in Astoria OR is requesting $10,000 to support the Liberty’s Kids Make Theatre (KMT) program; the first theater program of its kind in NW Oregon that launched in April 2023. KMT is a year-round theater program that provides a variety of immersive educational afterschool and holiday theatre camps, classes, workshops, and lab productions for at least ~300 youth (120 registered for the Winter/Spring series). Thanks to a generous gift all classes are $15 per registrant to remove barriers for youth in this underserved rural area. Funds will be used to pay for teaching artists, background checks, professional development, and other program/production costs.

The goal for this project is to be able to hire, train and pay guest teaching artists as well as our current staff for classes, camps, and lab productions over the next year for the KMT program. It takes a minimum of two teachers per class as well as a staff person (we have 2 staff =1.5 FTEs) to facilitate the smooth flow of activities when classes are in session. Recruiting and retaining qualified teachers for our program in our rural area is not easy, nor is working with the schedules of our current cohort of teaching artists.

From the start of KMT, we started building a cadre of local and regional guest teaching artists to add depth and variety to our educational theatre program we can call upon. Ideally, we would like to have 20 available guest teaching artists, so we need to look outside our cohort for other local or regional talent as we grow our program.

We will call upon our partners from the North Coast Performing Arts Alliance (a group of 18 local performing arts organizations) to assist with recruitment as well as when we stage a production.

Success for this project will be being able to carry this out as described, not disappoint any kids by having all the staff we need to offer the current lineup of classes, supporting local artists, and being able to grow the program over the next year.

Total Project Budget: KMT annual budget = ~$175,000 (teaching artists & staff = ~$86,000)

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Individual donation for registration fees only = $45,000; individual donation for staff = $25,000; registration fees = $345; community donations = $4,500; foundations = $35,000. Potential: Individual donations = $60,000; fees & ticket sales = $30,000; foundations = $50,000; general operating funds = 56,000.

Project Duration: July 2024 – June 2025
Geographical Area Served: Lower Columbia River Region
Age Group To Be Served: 3-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jennifer
Contact Last Name: Crockett
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 503-325-5922 ext. 33
Contact Email: theaterdirector@libertyastoria.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific
Legal Name (if Different): Assistance League Columbia Pacific
Also Known As: ALCP
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 596
City: Astoria
State: Oregon
Postal Code: 97103
Main Phone: 503-738-2734
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: https://www.assistanceleague.org/the-columbia-pacific/
Employer ID Number: 26-0799085
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Operation School Bell
Project Description:

Mission: “Assistance League volunteers transform the lives of children through philanthropic community programs.” We strive to make sure essential needs are met in our community and families flourish.

We are seeking $10,000 support for our signature program, Operation School Bell (OSB), and the one where we positively impact the most youth. Last year we dressed 724 school-aged students and spent $93,500. Next year, our goal is to dress 800 students.
Twice a year, OSB provides new school-appropriate clothing to low-income, disadvantaged, at-risk children identified by school counselors and with parent/guardian permission. Elementary school students are measured by ALCP’s volunteers. Colors/Styles, Likes/Dislikes are discussed with each child. Then volunteers shop and return to the school with two sets of new jeans, and shirts, along with underwear/socks, a jacket/hoodie, and a pair of shoes. Middle and High school students shop one-on-one with a volunteer at pre-arranged times at local retailers with whom ALCP has developed relationships with.

Studies indicate that children who are appropriately attired interact better with their peers, have more self-confidence, and perform better academically.

Total Project Budget: $132,650 (2023-2024)

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Community fundraising-$45,000; Corporate support-$8,000; Foundation support-$20,000. Projected: Community fundraising-$16,000; Corporate support-$5,000; Foundation support-$60,000.

Project Duration: September 2024 – May 2025
Geographical Area Served: Clatsop County, Oregon
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jane
Contact Last Name: Cartwright
Contact Title: Grants Chair
Contact Phone: 503-738-2734
Contact Email: grantschair@assistanceleaguecp.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific
Legal Name (if Different): Assistance League Columbia Pacific
Also Known As: ALCP
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 596
City: Astoria
State: Oregon
Postal Code: 97103
Main Phone: 503-738-2734
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: https://www.assistanceleague.org/the-columbia-pacific/
Employer ID Number: 26-0799085
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Operation School Bell
Project Description:

Mission: “Assistance League volunteers transform the lives of children through philanthropic community programs.” We strive to make sure essential needs are met in our community and families flourish.

We are seeking $10,000 support for our signature program, Operation School Bell (OSB), and the one where we positively impact the most youth. Last year we dressed 724 school-aged students and spent $93,500. Next year, our goal is to dress 800 students.
Twice a year, OSB provides new school-appropriate clothing to low-income, disadvantaged, at-risk children identified by school counselors and with parent/guardian permission. Elementary school students are measured by ALCP’s volunteers. Colors/Styles, Likes/Dislikes are discussed with each child. Then volunteers shop and return to the school with two sets of new jeans, and shirts, along with underwear/socks, a jacket/hoodie, and a pair of shoes. Middle and High school students shop one-on-one with a volunteer at pre-arranged times at local retailers with whom ALCP has developed relationships with.

Studies indicate that children who are appropriately attired interact better with their peers, have more self-confidence, and perform better academically.

Total Project Budget: $132,650 (2023-2024)

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Community fundraising-$45,000; Corporate support-$8,000; Foundation support-$20,000. Projected: Community fundraising-$16,000; Corporate support-$5,000; Foundation support-$60,000.

Project Duration: September 2024 – May 2025
Geographical Area Served: Clatsop County, Oregon
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jane
Contact Last Name: Cartwright
Contact Title: Grants Chair
Contact Phone: 503-738-2734
Contact Email: grantschair@assistanceleaguecp.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific
Legal Name (if Different): Assistance League Columbia Pacific
Also Known As: ALCP
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 596
City: Astoria
State: Oregon
Postal Code: 97103
Main Phone: 503-738-2734
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: https://www.assistanceleague.org/the-columbia-pacific/
Employer ID Number: 26-0799085
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Operation School Bell
Project Description:

Mission: “Assistance League volunteers transform the lives of children through philanthropic community programs.” We strive to make sure essential needs are met in our community and families flourish.

We are seeking $10,000 support for our signature program, Operation School Bell (OSB), and the one where we positively impact the most youth. Last year we dressed 724 school-aged students and spent $93,500. Next year, our goal is to dress 800 students.
Twice a year, OSB provides new school-appropriate clothing to low-income, disadvantaged, at-risk children identified by school counselors and with parent/guardian permission. Elementary school students are measured by ALCP’s volunteers. Colors/Styles, Likes/Dislikes are discussed with each child. Then volunteers shop and return to the school with two sets of new jeans, and shirts, along with underwear/socks, a jacket/hoodie, and a pair of shoes. Middle and High school students shop one-on-one with a volunteer at pre-arranged times at local retailers with whom ALCP has developed relationships with.

Studies indicate that children who are appropriately attired interact better with their peers, have more self-confidence, and perform better academically.

Total Project Budget: $132,650 (2023-2024)

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Community fundraising-$45,000; Corporate support-$8,000; Foundation support-$20,000. Projected: Community fundraising-$16,000; Corporate support-$5,000; Foundation support-$60,000.

Project Duration: September 2024 – May 2025
Geographical Area Served: Clatsop County, Oregon
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jane
Contact Last Name: Cartwright
Contact Title: Grants Chair
Contact Phone: 503-738-2734
Contact Email: grantschair@assistanceleaguecp.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Connections to Independence
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: C2i
Mailing Address: 310 East 38th Street
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
Postal Code: 55409
Main Phone: 612-354-2437
Main Fax: 612-354-2785
Organization Website: www.c2iyouth.org
Employer ID Number: 80-0542940
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Foster Youth Health and Wellness
Project Description:

The project Foster Youth Health and Wellness: Summer Programming is an evidenced-based program, also entitled All About Me.

Youth development and living skills is the programmatic focus. Youth receive services and resources to support health, education, financial literacy, and employment attainment.

Also, assistance in the completion of their personal wellness plan that includes the topics of mental health and physical health along with delving into overall health accessibility.

This is a very popular and important summer program for youth ages 14-21. C2i provides transportation, meals and financial incentives that can be added to their individual saving’s accounts.

C2i staff developed this program to work holistically with our other year-round programs; reducing stigmatization and worry for foster youth.

Total Project Budget: $150,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): General Ops $50,000 committed; George Family Foundation $10,000, potential

Project Duration: 4 months
Geographical Area Served: Ramsey and Hennepin Counties, Minnesota
Age Group To Be Served: 14-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Jessica
Contact Last Name: Rogers
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 612-896-4171
Contact Email: jrogers@c2iyouth.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Connections to Independence
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: C2i
Mailing Address: 310 East 38th Street
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
Postal Code: 55409
Main Phone: 612-354-2437
Main Fax: 612-354-2785
Organization Website: www.c2iyouth.org
Employer ID Number: 80-0542940
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Foster Youth Health and Wellness
Project Description:

The project Foster Youth Health and Wellness: Summer Programming is an evidenced-based program, also entitled All About Me.

Youth development and living skills is the programmatic focus. Youth receive services and resources to support health, education, financial literacy, and employment attainment.

Also, assistance in the completion of their personal wellness plan that includes the topics of mental health and physical health along with delving into overall health accessibility.

This is a very popular and important summer program for youth ages 14-21. C2i provides transportation, meals and financial incentives that can be added to their individual saving’s accounts.

C2i staff developed this program to work holistically with our other year-round programs; reducing stigmatization and worry for foster youth.

Total Project Budget: $150,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): General Ops $50,000 committed; George Family Foundation $10,000, potential

Project Duration: 4 months
Geographical Area Served: Ramsey and Hennepin Counties, Minnesota
Age Group To Be Served: 14-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Jessica
Contact Last Name: Rogers
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 612-896-4171
Contact Email: jrogers@c2iyouth.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Connections to Independence
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: C2i
Mailing Address: 310 East 38th Street
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
Postal Code: 55409
Main Phone: 612-354-2437
Main Fax: 612-354-2785
Organization Website: www.c2iyouth.org
Employer ID Number: 80-0542940
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 8, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Foster Youth Health and Wellness
Project Description:

The project Foster Youth Health and Wellness: Summer Programming is an evidenced-based program, historically entitled All About Me.

Youth development and living skills is the programmatic focus. Youth receive services and resources to support health, education, financial literacy, and employment attainment.

Also, assistance in the completion of their personal wellness plan that includes the topics of mental health and physical health along with delving into overall health accessibility.

This is a very popular and important summer program for youth ages 14-25. C2i provides transportation, meals and incentives that can be added to their individual saving’s accounts.

We developed this program to work holistically with C2i’s other year-round programs; reducing stigmatization and worry for foster youth.

Total Project Budget: $150,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): General Ops $50,000

Project Duration:
Geographical Area Served:
Age Group To Be Served:

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name:
Contact Last Name:
Contact Title:
Contact Phone:
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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Pretty Passionate Hands Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3421 N Park Ave
City: Indianapolis
State: IN
Postal Code: 46205
Main Phone: 3177376435
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.pphchildcare.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-2016933
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/8/2024
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Building Hope: Empowering Teen Parents, Creating Futures
Project Description:

PPH supports teen mothers and fathers ages 12-18 years old.

PPH provides financial awareness through educational workshops, village support, and mentorship for youth and families. Through our programs, we provide tools and resources to remove barriers that prevent youth and families within the community from attaining their personal life goals. We believe in a community where families are fully supported building a great environment for each family, one child at a time.

Our core focus is strengthening families and breaking generational curses through educational workshops, community engagement, and life-skill empowerment.

Total Project Budget: 10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): CICF, Women’s Fund , Elements Financial, Indianapolis Foundation, Individual Donors,

Project Duration:
Geographical Area Served: lowincome families, high risk youth, justice involved youth, homelessness
Age Group To Be Served: Infants – 12, 12- 18 teen parents

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Paradise
Contact Last Name: Bradford
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 3177376435
Contact Email: paradise@pphchildcare.org