Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Battle Creek Academy
Legal Name (if Different): General Conference of Seventh Day Adventist
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 480 Parkway Dr
City: Battle Creek
State: MI
Postal Code: 49017
Main Phone: 269-965-1278
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.battlecreekacademy.com/
Employer ID Number: 52-0643036
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 4/14/2025
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Bridging the Future: STEM Initiative
Project Description:

Battle Creek Academy (BCA) is launching the Bridging the Future: STEM Initiative, a transformative program aimed at expanding access to quality STEM education for students in grades K -12. As one of Michigan’s top-ranked private schools and the flagship institution of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, BCA is positioned to address the growing demand for hands-on, future-focused learning. This initiative responds to a critical gap: Only 38% of students in the Battle Creek area currently have access to comprehensive STEM programming.
This program will introduce hands-on, project-based STEM learning across all grade levels, anchored by the creation of a fully equipped maker space. The maker space will feature 3D printers, robotics kits, coding platforms, electronics stations, and collaborative work areas. These tools will support interdisciplinary projects that emphasize real-world problem-solving, creative thinking, and teamwork. Supported by a dedicated STEM coordinator, the program will foster multidisciplinary connections across subjects, embedding critical thinking, communication, and innovation into the daily learning process.
In addition to enhancing academic outcomes, the initiative aims to counter the long-term impacts of learning loss in science and math. By providing early exposure to STEM, BCA will strengthen foundational skills and build pathways to high-demand careers in technology, engineering, and science—fields projected to grow faster than most others in the coming decade. The program aligns with the school’s mission to nurture spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth, preparing students not only for college and careers but for lives of service and leadership.
With a commitment to training, updated technology infrastructure, and project-based learning, this initiative will position BCA students to thrive in a workforce where STEM skills are in high demand. This program is more than an academic upgrade—it’s a bold step toward empowering every student to imagine, create, and lead in an increasingly complex and technology-driven world.

Total Project Budget: $131,727

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Hermanski Foundation – $10,000 – Pending, Coypu Foundation – $20,000 – Pending, Dr Scholl Foundation – $10,000 – Pending, Lutz Foundation – $5,000 Committed, Battle Creek Academy Match – $55,000 Committed

Project Duration: 12 Months
Geographical Area Served: Southern Michigan – Battle Creek
Age Group To Be Served: School-aged Children from Elementary through High School

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Jean
Contact Last Name: Andersen
Contact Title: Acting Principal
Contact Phone: 269-965-1278
Contact Email: jandersen@battlecreekacademy.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Raising Hands Literacy Project
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Raising Hands Tutoring
Mailing Address: 24 North Third
City: Highland Park
State: New Jersey
Postal Code: 07840
Main Phone: 713-291-1261
Main Fax:
Organization Website: raisinghandsliteracyproject.org
Employer ID Number: 83-1627638
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3 nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 04/11/2025
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Raising Hands Literacy Project
Project Description:

Raising Hands Literacy Project, in partnership with Dyslexic Edge, is launching a multi-state initiative that combines structured literacy instruction with hands-on STEM learning to close the literacy gap for underserved students. This innovative program addresses two urgent needs: the lack of effective reading intervention for students with dyslexia and the inequitable access to early STEM education in low-income communities.

With support from this grant, we will train and certify 10 student teachers in the Orton-Gillingham method, a research-backed approach recognized for its effectiveness in teaching struggling readers. Each trainee will complete 42 hours of coursework and a 50-hour supervised practicum, during which they will deliver free, individualized reading and STEM-integrated tutoring to a low-income student.

Incorporating STEM activities into literacy instruction not only reinforces reading comprehension and vocabulary but also builds confidence, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills. Students will engage in projects such as circuit-building, design challenges, and reading technical texts—making literacy meaningful, exciting, and future-focused.

This dual-impact model strengthens teacher preparedness while expanding access to high-quality, interdisciplinary academic support for students who need it most. By blending literacy and STEM instruction, the program prepares young learners for both academic achievement and long-term success in an increasingly tech-driven world.

Total Project Budget: 50.000

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

Project Duration: Year-round
Geographical Area Served: New jersey
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Holly
Contact Last Name: Turner
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 713-291-1261
Contact Email: raisinghandsgrants@outlook.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Raising Hands Literacy Project
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Raising Hands Tutoring
Mailing Address: 24 North Third
City: Highland Park
State: New Jersey
Postal Code: 07840
Main Phone: 713-291-1261
Main Fax:
Organization Website: raisinghandsliteracyproject.org
Employer ID Number: 83-1627638
Organization Tax Status: 501(C)3 nonprofit

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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Legal Name (if Different): pjcaf0
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City: ihyook
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Postal Code: 65996
Main Phone: 580626242074
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Employer ID Number: 580626242074
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Contact Phone: 580626242074
Contact Email: roofa2000@automisly.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: THE NUMBER FAIRY
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1138 E ROASECRANS AVE C116
City: LOS ANGELES
State: CALIFORNIA
Postal Code: 90059
Main Phone: 3234550011
Main Fax: 2108554480
Organization Website: HTTPS://WWW.THENUMBERSFAIRY.COM
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: 501C(3) TAX EXEMPT

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 04/10/2025
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: MULTIPLY THE MAGIC
Project Description:

Multiply the Magic is an imaginative, story-based tutoring program designed to build multiplication fluency and problem-solving confidence in youth ages 8–18. Blending math instruction with fantasy storytelling, the program guides students through 12 enchanted realms, each representing a different multiplication table (1–12). In each realm, learners complete themed activities, visual puzzles, and interactive challenges that connect multiplication to storytelling, logic, and creative thinking. The program supports multiple learning styles by integrating full-color illustrations, black-and-white coloring pages, and narrative-driven worksheets.

Total Project Budget: 25000

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

Project Duration: 104 DAYS
Geographical Area Served: LOS ANELES AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Age Group To Be Served: 8-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): MS
Contact First Name: JANA
Contact Last Name: JOHNSON
Contact Title: CFO
Contact Phone: 4246255075
Contact Email: JANA@THENUMBERSFAIRY.COM

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: HopeFor Learning
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1422 Brook Rd
City: Richmond
State: Virginia
Postal Code: 23220
Main Phone: 804-323-6712
Main Fax:
Organization Website: http://hopeforlearning.org
Employer ID Number: 85-0922929
Organization Tax Status: tax exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 04-08-2025
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: From Hunger To Hope
Project Description:

From Hunger to Hope is a targeted initiative by HopeFor Learning designed to address food insecurity among students in Title 1 elementary schools across Richmond, Chesterfield, and Henrico. Many of these students rely on school-provided meals during the week and face food shortages on weekends and during school breaks. This instability at home often results in poor academic performance, chronic absenteeism, behavioral issues, and a decline in physical and emotional well-being.

The goal of From Hunger to Hope is to provide consistent access to nutritious, shelf-stable food for children identified by school counselors and Communities in Schools site coordinators as food-insecure. Once identified, we collaborate with trusted community partners like Feedmore, Village Green RVA, and local school staff to coordinate food acquisition, packaging, and discreet weekly distribution to children and families in need.

Each food kit contains enough items to support students through the weekend and includes easy-to-prepare meals, snacks, and beverages. Volunteers, including our primary team of 5, help manage school-level distribution to ensure students receive the appropriate quantity based on their needs.

Through this initiative, we aim to directly impact students’ health and readiness to learn. Removing the stress of hunger at home allows children to better focus in school, boosts attendance, and improves behavior and emotional stability.

With continued support, From Hunger to Hope will reach more students each year, filling a critical gap in care for those who would otherwise go without. A grant would help us expand our reach, cover the rising cost of food and supplies, and ensure that no child in our community has to face the weekend hungry.

Total Project Budget: 9675.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Dominion Energy $5000 Projected Genworth Financial $10,000 Committed Deupree Family Foundation $2000 Committed Robins Foundation $3000 Committed Nora Roberts Foundation $3000 Committed Memorial Foundation for Children $3000 Projected Nisource $3000 Committed Markel $2000 Committed

Project Duration: 6 months
Geographical Area Served: Richmond, Chesterfield and Henrico Virginia
Age Group To Be Served: 4 to 13

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Chuck
Contact Last Name: Caple
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 804-306-5544
Contact Email: chuck.caple@hopeforlearning.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Cora Loritz
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Mailing Address: 11375 san rd
City: whitelaw
State: Wisconsin
Postal Code: 54220
Main Phone: 9207170800
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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Anchored Hope
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 21
City: Ames
State: Iowa
Postal Code: 50010
Main Phone: 515-290-1256
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://anchoredhopehouse.org/
Employer ID Number: 33-1473505
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 4/7/25
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Anchored Hope Home Preparation: Creating a Safe Space for Healing
Project Description:

Anchored Hope is committed to providing a safe, supportive transitional home for young women, ages 18-24, who have aged out of foster care. For many, this will be their first time having a space to call their own—a private room where they can feel secure, valued, and empowered. However, the house requires significant improvements to ensure it meets safety, comfort, and livability standards.

We are seeking financial support to complete essential remodeling changes to make this house a true home. Key improvements include:

Painting to freshen the interior and create a welcoming atmosphere.

A new fence to ensure privacy and security for the residents.

Updated kitchen appliances to provide functional and modern cooking facilities.

A retaining wall in the driveway, as the current setup is unsafe for residents and visitors.

Pest control to eliminate any current infestations and create a clean, healthy environment.

New kitchen flooring to improve both safety and aesthetics.

These renovations are critical in transforming the space from a shelter into a place of comfort and stability, where young women can thrive. With your support, we can prepare each room to offer a sense of independence and belonging. Our goal is for the home to not just meet basic needs, but to provide a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and success for these young women. Your financial assistance will help create the safe haven they deserve, making a lasting impact on their futures.

Total Project Budget: Estimated Cost: $25,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Individual Donors, Local Organizations

Project Duration: Estimated: 6 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Iowa
Age Group To Be Served: 18-24

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Wendy
Contact Last Name: Van Dyke
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 515-290-1256
Contact Email: wendy@anchoredhopehouse.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Echo Horizon School
Legal Name (if Different): Elizabeth Cohn
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3430 McManus Avenue
City: Culver City
State: California
Postal Code: 90232
Main Phone: (310)838-2442
Main Fax:
Organization Website: echohorizon.org
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: Non-profit organization 501(c) (3) designation

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: April 4th, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000.00

Project Title: Carnegie Hall
Project Description:

Dear Grant Committee,
My name is Elizabeth Cohn, and I am the Choir Director and Music Teacher at Echo Horizon School. We serve PK-6th grade students, many of whom are part of the deaf and hard of hearing population, as well as students with special needs.
Two years ago, I founded a choir, The Echo Singers, that currently includes 28 singers, six of whom are deaf and wear cochlear implants. Our choir represents 4th-6th grade students from diverse backgrounds, including a variety of races, religions, and cultures. We are an inclusive and diverse group that sings in multiple languages and across various genres.
In May 2024, we entered a choral competition and earned a national gold ranking. After receiving this prestigious honor, we were invited to submit a recording to perform at Carnegie Hall. We submitted our recording and were accepted!
The Echo Singers are invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in April 2026, marking a historic milestone for our school and the deaf and hard of hearing community. We are tremendously grateful for this opportunity and are seeking your support to help us achieve this goal. We are applying for this grant because we believe it aligns with our mission. Thank you for your consideration and support in helping us get to Carnegie Hall!
Warm regards,
Elizabeth Cohn
Choir Director
Music Teacher
Echo Horizon School
Culver City, California
(310)650-1231
ecohn@echohorizon.org

Total Project Budget: TBD

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

Project Duration: April 2026
Geographical Area Served: California and New York
Age Group To Be Served: 4th-6th grade students

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Elizabeth
Contact Last Name: Cohn
Contact Title: Choir Director
Contact Phone: (310)6501231
Contact Email: ecohn@echohorizon.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Echo Horizon School
Legal Name (if Different): Elizabeth Cohn
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3430 McManus Avenue
City: Culver City
State: California
Postal Code: 90232
Main Phone: (310)838-2442
Main Fax:
Organization Website: echohorizon.org
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: Non-profit organization 501(c) (3) designation

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: April 4th, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000.00

Project Title: Carnegie Hall
Project Description:

Dear Grant Committee,
My name is Elizabeth Cohn, and I am the Choir Director and Music Teacher at Echo Horizon School. We serve PK-6th grade students, many of whom are part of the deaf and hard of hearing population, as well as students with special needs.
Two years ago, I founded a choir, The Echo Singers, that currently includes 28 singers, six of whom are deaf and wear cochlear implants. Our choir represents 4th-6th grade students from diverse backgrounds, including a variety of races, religions, and cultures. We are an inclusive and diverse group that sings in multiple languages and across various genres.
In May 2024, we entered a choral competition and earned a national gold ranking. After receiving this prestigious honor, we were invited to submit a recording to perform at Carnegie Hall. We submitted our recording and were accepted!
The Echo Singers are invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in April 2026, marking a historic milestone for our school and the deaf and hard of hearing community. We are tremendously grateful for this opportunity and are seeking your support to help us achieve this goal. We are applying for this grant because we believe it aligns with our mission. Thank you for your consideration and support in helping us get to Carnegie Hall!
Warm regards,
Elizabeth Cohn
Choir Director
Music Teacher
Echo Horizon School
Culver City, California
(310)650-1231
ecohn@echohorizon.org

Total Project Budget: TBD

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

Project Duration: April 2026
Geographical Area Served: California and New York
Age Group To Be Served: 4th-6th grade students

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Elizabeth
Contact Last Name: Cohn
Contact Title: Choir Director
Contact Phone: (310)6501231
Contact Email: ecohn@echohorizon.org