Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Legal Name (if Different): Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, Inc.
Also Known As: BPO
Mailing Address: 786 Delaware Avenue
City: Buffalo
State: NY
Postal Code: 14209
Main Phone: (716) 242-7825
Main Fax: (716) 885-9372
Organization Website: https://bpo.org/
Employer ID Number: 16-0755739
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/17/2025
Requested Amount: 5,000

Project Title: BPO Highschool Symphony Hall Pass
Project Description:

In a city as diverse as Buffalo, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra sees firsthand the wide range of experiences and backgrounds that shape our community. We also see how many young people feel that live symphonic music isn’t for them—not because they wouldn’t love it, but because they’ve never had the chance to feel like they belong. The High School Symphony Hall Pass is changing that.

For just $29, students get a season pass to nearly all BPO Classics, Pops, and Rock performances, along with backstage access, artist meet-and-greets, teen nights, volunteer opportunities, and a dedicated online hub for resources and special events. But beyond affordability, this program is about breaking down barriers—not just financial ones, but the invisible ones that tell young people “this isn’t your space.”

The earlier we reach students, the better. And what makes the Symphony Hall Pass unique is that it gives high schoolers the freedom to come on their own or with friends—no need to wait for a school field trip or a family outing. How cool is it that on a Saturday night, teens can hang out with their friends at Kleinhans Music Hall, immersed in a world-class cultural experience?

Total Project Budget: $84,525

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Ticket Income – $7,105.00 Private Donor – $10,000.00 BPO Nex Gen Education Fund – $35,000.00

Project Duration: 2025/2026 season (September-June)
Geographical Area Served: Western New York
Age Group To Be Served: 13-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Franziska
Contact Last Name: Macur
Contact Title: Annual Fund and Grants Manager
Contact Phone: (716
Contact Email:

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Rio Grande Educational Collaborative
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 6260 Riverside Plaza Lane
City: Albuquerque
State: NM
Postal Code: 87120
Main Phone: 5058736035
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.rgec.org
Employer ID Number: 85-0471881
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/17/2025
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Lemonade Day
Project Description:

I would like to introduce you to Lemonade Day, a community-wide program focused on
entrepreneurship and financial literacy. This initiative is part of a national effort dedicated
to teaching youth how to start, own, and operate their own businesses through the simple
yet impactful experience of running a lemonade stand. Lemonade Day is a strategic 14-
step process that guides youth from a dream to a business plan while teaching them the
same principles required to start any big company.
In our after-school programs, students are registered to participate and receive a
backpack containing an Entrepreneur Workbook. This workbook guides them through the
valuable lessons of Lemonade Day, including goal setting, planning, execution, and
realizing their dreams.
We have been pleased with our partnership with the City of Albuquerque, as it has allowed
us to extend our community outreach to children who may not attend our programs,
teaching them that they can become young entrepreneurs. The program culminates in an
exciting day of operation known as Lemonade Day, held in Old Town Plaza on the 2nd
weekend of May! After their day of operation, our young entrepreneurs pay back their
investors, keep the remaining profits, and are encouraged to spend some, save some, and
share some by giving back to the community

Total Project Budget: 9345

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

Project Duration: February 2026- May 2026
Geographical Area Served: Albuquerque, Belen, Los Lunas and Rio Rancho New Mexico
Age Group To Be Served: 5 to 12 yeaers of age

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Amanda
Contact Last Name: Sanchez
Contact Title: Compliance Manager
Contact Phone: 5058736035
Contact Email: asanchez@rgec.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Soundscapes Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 11712 Jefferson Avenue Suite C #473
City: Newport News
State: Virginia
Postal Code: 23606
Main Phone: 757-273-6178
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.soundscapes.org
Employer ID Number: 27-1923247
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/17/2025
Requested Amount: 8,000

Project Title: Soundscapes Daily After-School Music Education Programs
Project Description:

Soundscapes uses music to instill transformative life skills in underserved youth from under-resourced communities. Since 2009, we have served over 2,000 students, prioritizing those from underserved communities. Our student demographic is diverse: 54% African American, 21% White, 15% Hispanic/Latino, 2% Asian/Pacific Islander, and 8% multiracial. Since over 80% of our students come from low-income households, all programs are offered to families at no or low cost.

Soundscapes programs include three daily after-school music programs, community youth ensembles, summer camps, and a youth employment program. The purpose of this request is to support the three daily after-school programs that are intentionally located in Title I elementary schools, which are identified as having a high population of low-income students. Soundscapes’ daily after-school programs include two hours of free after-school care, high-quality music instruction, a hot meal, the instrument and other supplies needed, and transportation home after the program.

These components are critical for families affected by poverty and are made accessible at no cost to program participants. Soundscapes’ daily after-school programs are serving 200 students this school year, with more than 80% coming from low- to moderate-income households.
Soundscapes has a measurable impact on students. Participants show a 40% decrease in absences, fewer behavioral referrals, and a rise in school club participation from about two-thirds of students in the general population to 95% among Soundscapes students. High school students gain leadership experience as mentors and teaching assistants, and young adults in our youth employment program develop essential job skills while contributing to their community as educators and performers.
We are committed to ensuring all young people have access to high-quality music education and the tools they need to thrive. With your support, we can sustain and expand our programs, empowering more students to achieve their full potential.

Total Project Budget: 470,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Carnegie Hall, PlayUSA $60,000 Committed, City of Newport News $$80,577 Committed, Petters Family Foundation $300,000 Committed, Finish Line Youth Foundation $10,000 Committed, Randolph D. Rouse Foundation $30,000 Committed

Project Duration: 10 Months (September to June)
Geographical Area Served: Southeastern Virginia
Age Group To Be Served: Students ages 7-25 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Sara
Contact Last Name: Balgoyen
Contact Title: Director of Community Engagement
Contact Phone: 757-273-6178
Contact Email: sbalgoyen@soundscapeshr.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Youth Haven
Legal Name (if Different): Youth Haven, Inc.
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 5867 Whitaker Road
City: Naples
State: FL
Postal Code: 34112
Main Phone: 2397742904
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.YouthHavenSWFL.org
Employer ID Number: 23-7065187
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/17/2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Support for Abused, Neglected & Homeless Youth
Project Description:

Youth Haven seeks funding to expand its trauma-informed, holistic mental health services for abused, neglected, and homeless children and teens, ages 6 to 21, ensuring they have the necessary tools to heal, grow, and achieve their full potential. As the only emergency and residential shelter for foster youth in Southwest Florida, and the only shelter in Collier County specifically for homeless teens, Youth Haven provides a safe, structured, and healing-focused therapeutic campus where children and teens can begin their journey toward a brighter, better future.

Our trauma-informed care model integrates therapeutic services, educational support, life skills training, and mentorship to meet the complex needs of our residents. Our licensed therapist uses comprehensive assessments to measure each resident’s daily functioning, emotional well-being, self-sufficiency, and academic progress. Our expertise in trauma-informed care is reinforced by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) assessments, which highlight the severe trauma faced by our youth: clients average 7.2 out of 10 ACEs. Without intervention, these youth are at high risk for long-term instability, health challenges, and limited opportunities.

With beds for up to 74 youth at a given time on our 18.5-acre therapeutic campus, and supporting an average of 150 unduplicated clients annually, Youth Haven provides around-the-clock specialized care in a home-like environment, counseling to begin their healing process, educational support, and a robust enrichment program.

Through individualized treatment plans, life skills classes, and mentorship, we help youth develop resilience, build healthy relationships, and acquire the tools needed for long-term success. By enhancing therapeutic care and expanding mental health services, we aim to break the cycle of trauma and empower youth, ensuring that vulnerable youth not only heal from their past experiences but also have the opportunity to realize a stable and hopeful future.

Total Project Budget: $1,185,500.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Naples Children & Education Foundation, Naples Woman’s Club, Shifting Gears on Brain Health, The Schoen Foundation, Clark Family Foundation

Project Duration: To meet the increasing needs of our community, this project remains ongoing, providing vital support and services to vulnerable youth.
Geographical Area Served: Southwest Florida
Age Group To Be Served: 6 to 21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Beth
Contact Last Name: Labno
Contact Title: Grants & Communications Manager
Contact Phone: 239-774-2904
Contact Email: Beth.Labno@YouthHavenSWFL.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Northland Early Education Center
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 8630 North Oak Trafficway
City: Kansas City
State: MO
Postal Code: 64155
Main Phone: 8164209005
Main Fax: 8164209010
Organization Website: https://neeckids.org/
Employer ID Number: 43-1217498
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 4/17/2025
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: General Operations
Project Description:

Northland Early Education Center (NEEC) provides early education and therapy services for children who have special needs as well as early education for children who have typical needs, in a fully inclusive classroom environment in order for them to reach their full potential.
Northland Early Education Center serves children from birth through 5 years old in a fully inclusive early education classroom environment. All classrooms have a lead teacher with a bachelor’s degree or working toward a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, special education, or a related field and at least two assistant teachers. NEEC also offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, special instruction, and applied behavioral analysis to qualifying children. Additionally, NEEC serves children K-5th grade with an IEP or 504 plan through before and after care and summer care. Annually NEEC serves about 300 children through early education, therapeutic intervention services, and/or before and after care.
NEEC holds accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Northland Early Education Center runs on a $3.3 million annual budget. Due to the Clay Count Children’s Service Board deciding to move toward supporting school district initiatives to serve children through mental health programs and NEEC’s denial of funding for 2025, we are facing a budget deficit of $215,000 for 2025. This deficit is to be made up through grants and additional fundraising efforts. Believing that NEEC’s mission aligns with the Hermanowski Foundation’s goal to support organizations focused on education and health and welfare services, I respectfully request that the Hermanowski Foundation consider funding Northland Early Education Center’s general operations at $5,000.

Total Project Budget: 3,303,957

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Clay County Developmental Disabilities Resource Board, Platte County Board of Service, Oppenstein Brothers Foundation, Irvine E. and NeVada P. Linscomb Foundation, 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, Louetta M. Cowden Foundation

Project Duration: 2025
Geographical Area Served: Kansas City, Missouri
Age Group To Be Served: birth through 5th grade

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Natasha
Contact Last Name: Lehman
Contact Title: Director of Development
Contact Phone: 8164209005
Contact Email: natasha@neec.us

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Mint Museum of Art, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: The Mint Museum
Mailing Address: 2730 Randolph Road
City: Charlotte
State: NC
Postal Code: 28207
Main Phone: 704-337-2000
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.mintmuseum.org
Employer ID Number: 56-0670666
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/17/2025
Requested Amount: 10,000.00

Project Title: The Mint Museum’s Grier Heights Community Youth Arts Program
Project Description:

The Grier Heights Community Youth Arts Program, The Mint Museum’s flagship outreach initiative, engages students through multi-disciplinary art-making, cultural literacy, and teen health initiatives. The goal of this critical 21-year program is to use the arts as a tool to improve school performance and build self-awareness, life-skills, and community. The program integrates many different subject areas along with field trips to local arts and culture institutions resulting in improved academic performance, leadership skills, self-esteem, and community engagement, helping these at-risk youth transition into middle school, graduate from high school, and lead successful lives. The challenges and needs of youth in the low-income, marginalized Grier Heights community are numerous. Many of the challenges are common to low-income communities, including juvenile delinquency, substance abuse, school dropout, and teenage pregnancy. Structured programs aimed at engaging pre-teens and teens are critical to help youth in this neighborhood to identify and actualize their talents, build life and leadership skills that help them overcome challenges, and achieve improved school performance and long-term success. The Grier Heights program comprises weekly after school sessions held alternately at the Mint and Grier Heights Presbyterian Church, from September-May/June annually. Participants attend field trips to local arts and culture institutions, and participate in engaging educational activities that increase their knowledge of and appreciation for literature, history, art, and other areas. Key programmatic outcomes include: prepare students to succeed in their school environment; produce more educated and informed individuals; equip students with confidence and self-esteem by teaching the skills necessary to succeed in life; broaden their knowledge of arts and different cultures; and discover leaders and learn servant/community leadership skills.

Total Project Budget: $60,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Arts & Science Council, Mint Museum Auxiliary, Provident Benevolent Foundation, Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation,

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Grier Heights neighborhood in Charlotte, NC
Age Group To Be Served: 8-16

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Martha
Contact Last Name: Snell
Contact Title: Grants Manager
Contact Phone: 704-337-2106
Contact Email: martha.snell@mintmuseum.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Wisdom In Motion
Legal Name (if Different): Wisdom In Motion, Co
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 314 W 1st, Suite B
City: Hutchinson
State: KS
Postal Code: 67501
Main Phone: 620-960-9092
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.wisdominmotionks.com/
Employer ID Number: 92-3400832
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/14/2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Youth Mentorship
Project Description:

Wisdom In Motion is a dedicated youth mentorship program based in Hutchinson, Kansas, committed to empowering at-risk youth to reach their full potential and emerge as future community leaders. Our mission centers on providing structured developmental mentorship that addresses the unique challenges faced by these young individuals.

Key Components of Our Program:
Personal Growth: Through individualized mentorship, we assist youth in developing essential life skills, building self-confidence, and recognizing their inherent strengths.

Academic Support: Understanding the educational hurdles at-risk youth often encounter, our mentors offer guidance, tutoring, and motivation to help students excel academically and prepare for future educational pursuits.

Career Exploration: We expose mentees to diverse career paths and professional networks, broadening their horizons and inspiring ambitious career aspirations.

Community Engagement: By encouraging active participation in community service and local events, we foster a sense of civic responsibility and pride among our mentees.

Emotional Support: Recognizing the emotional challenges during adolescence, our mentors provide a nurturing environment where youth can express themselves, discuss difficulties, and receive guidance in navigating life’s complexities.

Our Approach:
Individualized Attention: Each mentee receives tailored support aligned with their unique needs and aspirations.

Long-Term Relationships: We emphasize building enduring connections between mentors and mentees, ensuring a supportive network that extends beyond the program’s duration.

Holistic Development: Our programs focus on nurturing the whole person—academically, emotionally, socially, and professionally.

Impact on the Community:
By investing in the potential of at-risk youth, Wisdom In Motion contributes to:
Strengthening Future Leaders: Empowered youth are more likely to assume leadership roles, driving positive change within the community.

Building a Stronger Community: Mentored youth are more inclined to contribute positively to society, enhancing the overall quality of life in Hutchinson.

Total Project Budget: 180,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Kansas Department of Corrections

Project Duration: Ongoing, with terms being 1 year at a time for each youth enrolled
Geographical Area Served: Reno County, KS
Age Group To Be Served: 10-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Heather
Contact Last Name: Jobe
Contact Title: Program Manager
Contact Phone: 620-960-9092
Contact Email: wisdominmotionks@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Budo Accelerator
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 17777 Main St. Ste. G
City: Irvine
State: CA
Postal Code: 92614
Main Phone: (813) 391-7304
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://budoaccelerator.org
Employer ID Number: 84-3025305
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 16, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Martial Arts and Leadership for Underprivileged Youth
Project Description:

At Budo Accelerator, we transform lives through the power of martial arts. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Orange County, we provide a unique approach to youth education and development, integrating martial arts training with a leadership development curriculum developed by experts in education, psychology, and the martial arts, and academically accredited through UC Irvine’s Divisions of Undergraduate Education and Continuing Education. Students in our program participate in regular martial arts sessions, attend weekly classes focused on life, leadership, and career development skills, access online curriculum, and connect with mentors across the country through our mentor portal.

Our mission is to foster independence and resilience while equipping today’s youth with essential life, leadership, and career skills to become independent and productive members of society.

We serve youth from middle school through college from low-income, first-generation, and disadvantaged backgrounds who must often overcome various social, academic, and administrative barriers to succeed. 90% of our students come from minority backgrounds, and nearly 90% come from first-generation and / or low-income backgrounds. 60% of our students are female. We serve 260 students annually.

Total Project Budget: $209,262

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): We have over 100 individual donors, with contributions ranging from $20 up to $15K, a growing group of supporting foundations, and partners like UC Irvine and Simon Scholars that pay for program services that cover 10-15% of our operating budget each year.

Project Duration: August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026
Geographical Area Served: Orange County, CA
Age Group To Be Served: Middle School through College

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Wes
Contact Last Name: Jarrell
Contact Title: Development Manager
Contact Phone: (813) 391-7304
Contact Email: wes@budoaccelerator.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: HOMELESSFOUNDATIONOFAMERICA INC
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1490 UNION AVE STE 424
City: MEMPHIS
State: TN
Postal Code: 38104
Main Phone: 19015015329
Main Fax:
Organization Website: Homelessfoundationofamerica.org
Employer ID Number: 87-1826474
Organization Tax Status: EXEMPT

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/16/2025
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: "Hopeful Harvest: Nourishing Lives, Restoring Dignity
Project Description:

"Hopeful Harvest: Nourishing Lives, Restoring Dignity" is a community-driven initiative dedicated to combating food insecurity and homelessness. The program provides nutritious meals, essential groceries, and hygiene products to individuals and families in need while also offering resources for long-term stability. Through food pantries, mobile meal services, and job training programs, Hopeful Harvest empowers participants by addressing immediate hunger concerns while fostering pathways to self-sufficiency. By restoring dignity and offering hope, this initiative creates lasting change in the lives of vulnerable community members.

Total Project Budget: 2,000,000,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Government Grants: Commitment: Application pending for a $150,000 grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Potential: Exploring additional grants from local and state agencies committed to social welfare. Corporate Partnerships: Commitment: Secured a $50,000 commitment from a local corporation for sponsorship and in-kind contributions. Potential: Ongoing discussions with other businesses for potential partnerships and financial support. Individual Donations: Commitment: Established a recurring donation platform, currently receiving approximately $3,000 monthly. Potential: Launching targeted fundraising campaigns to increase individual donations and community involvement. Foundations and Philanthropic Organizations: Commitment: Submitted proposals to multiple foundations with a potential commitment of $80,000. Potential: Exploring additional partnerships with philanthropic organizations aligned with our mission. Corporate Partnerships for In-Kind Contributions: Commitment: Secured

Project Duration: 3 years
Geographical Area Served: Memphis,Tn
Age Group To Be Served: 2-99

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Kamisha
Contact Last Name: Hines
Contact Title: Founder
Contact Phone: 9015015329
Contact Email: homelessfoundationofamerica@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Budo Accelerator
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 17777 Main St. Ste. G
City: Irvine
State: CA
Postal Code: 92614
Main Phone: (813) 391-7304
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://budoaccelerator.org
Employer ID Number: 84-3025305
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 16, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Martial a
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