Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Eye Care 4 Kids
Legal Name (if Different): Eye Care For Kids
Also Known As: EyeCare4Kids
Mailing Address: 6911 South State Street
City: Midvale
State: Utah
Postal Code: 84047
Main Phone: 8013605184
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.eyecare4kids.org
Employer ID Number: 87-0675404
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: January 31, 2026
Requested Amount: $ 10,000

Project Title: Sght 4 Success – Utah
Project Description:

At Eye Care 4 Kids, we believe every child who needs glasses should have them, regardless of socio-economic circumstances . Our mission is to provide professional vision care to low-income, visually impaired children and families.

We recognize the inherent link between vision and education and are dedicated to giving all children the best chance at academic, physical, social, and emotional success.

Sight 4 Success is a campaign designed to make vital vision care services accessible to underserved children with limited financial resources. In coordination with school administrators and community leaders, the "SEE-MORE" Mobile Vision Clinic brings vision care services to schools, community centers, rural areas, and Native American reservations across Utah.

All patients receive a vision screening from a qualified technician, a vision evaluation and eye exam by an optometrist or ophthalmologist, and a quality pair of eyeglasses made in our state-of-the-art optical lab to their exact prescription (when needed). The eyewear package includes new frames with polycarbonate, scratch-resistant corrective lenses and UV coating, and a soft case.

A $10,000 grant will provide 500 vision care services for approximately 125 low-income children .

• Screening 125 patients @ $10 each= $1,250
• Eye exams for 125 patients @ $30 each= $3,750
• Eyeglasses for 125 patients @ $30-45 each= $3,750
• Dispensing (fitting, adjustments, and repairs, as needed) for 125 patients @ $10 each $1,250

Total Project Budget: $1,832,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed Foundations/Grantors: $1,118,610 Potential: $2,000,000

Project Duration: 12 month
Geographical Area Served: Salt Lake and Weber Counties (Utah)
Age Group To Be Served: 5 – 18 years

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Maggie
Contact Last Name: Cline
Contact Title: CEO, Eye Care 4 Kids
Contact Phone: (801) 285-5443
Contact Email: giving@eyecare4kids.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Peaceful Pastures Retreat LLC
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Be Transformed at Peaceful Pastures
Mailing Address: 5389 NC Highway 210
City: Rocky Point
State: NC
Postal Code: 28457
Main Phone: 9102289188
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.betransformedatpeacefulpastures.com/
Employer ID Number: 93-4515333
Organization Tax Status: Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/30/26
Requested Amount: 7000

Project Title: Project Outdoor Arena
Project Description:

Our organization seeks funding to construct a safe, dedicated outdoor arena for our Assisted Equine Learning program, which serves children and youth who have experienced trauma, foster care placement, and significant life instability.

The arena will provide a consistent, structured space where participants engage in horsemanship, movement, and relationship building activities that promote emotional regulation, confidence, responsibility, and resilience. Through guided interactions with horses, youth develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, empathy, and self-discipline, all skills that directly support success in school, relationships, and future employment.

This project supports the whole child by integrating physical activity, experiential education, and social-emotional growth in a nurturing, faith-affirming environment. The arena will allow us to expand access to programming, serve more participants year-round, and reduce barriers for families who could not otherwise afford these services.

By investing in this infrastructure, your foundation will help create a stable, healing environment where vulnerable youth can build strength, purpose, and hope, laying a foundation for healthier outcomes throughout adolescence and into adulthood.

Total Project Budget: 7000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): No other funding yet

Project Duration: one month
Geographical Area Served: Southeast North Carolina
Age Group To Be Served: 6-20

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Melanie
Contact Last Name: Romano
Contact Title: Owner and Educator
Contact Phone: 9102289188
Contact Email: mromanobtys@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Bruce Harter Learning Pavilion, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: The Learning Pavilion
Mailing Address: 3519 Easter Stanley Court
City: Tallahassee
State: FL
Postal Code: 32308
Main Phone: 850-921-5437
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: http://www.thelearningpavilion.org
Employer ID Number: 59-1553555
Organization Tax Status: 501c3 (nonprofit)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 01/30/26
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Art and STEM Programs for Developmentally Disabled Children
Project Description:

The Bruce Harter Learning Pavilion (BHLP) is a premier early childhood learning and intervention center in Tallahassee, Florida, serving an average of 200+ children annually. BHLP is one of only two programs in Florida’s Capital City offering onsite, integrated therapeutic services—including occupational, speech, music, and physical therapies—for students with developmental or physical delays from infancy through Pre-K. The other provider serves children with severe and complex disabilities. As a result, children with mild to moderate developmental needs—who do not qualify for intensive specialty programs but still require early intervention—would have no appropriate local option without BHLP. By filling this critical gap, BHLP ensures early support for children often overlooked by traditional childcare and public systems. Nearly half of the families we serve qualify as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), making BHLP an indispensable access point for timely, comprehensive care.

Our mission aligns directly with the Hermanowski Foundation’s goal to “improve and transform the lives of children and young adults” by equipping every child to reach their full potential—ensuring children with and without disabilities thrive in a diverse learning environment. We seek support to enhance our specialized STEM and Art classrooms, designed to accelerate developmental milestones through smart, play-based learning. These multisensory environments function as clinical extensions where hands-on activities strengthen motor, cognitive, and social-emotional skills essential for kindergarten readiness.

In our STEM laboratory, children engage in sensory-rich activities that promote problem-solving and logical thinking. The Art classroom provides a therapeutic space for creative expression, improving motor coordination and communication while fostering community. By funding these environments, the Hermanowski Foundation is not simply purchasing supplies—it is investing in a proven early intervention model that helps children overcome developmental delays and build the foundation needed to succeed in inclusive K–12 settings and beyond.

Total Project Budget: $13,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): BHLP receives funding from diverse sources to support the overall program. Committed funding includes the Florida Department of Health, Leon County’s Community Human Service Partnership Grant, the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend, Goodwill Industries – Big Bend’s Round-Up campaign proceeds, in-kind therapy services, volunteer services, and nominal tuition fees. This request supports a one-time enhancement rather than ongoing operations. We are actively fundraising for this project to include potential grant funding—in addition to this request—from the Brabson Family and Chisholm Foundations. BHLP’s long-standing partnerships and infrastructure will allow the organization to sustain the investment over time.

Project Duration: 07/01/2026 – 06/30/2027 (for the year following the grant)
Geographical Area Served: North Florida Big Bend Area: Counties of Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla
Age Group To Be Served: Ages 3 to 5 years

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Jamie
Contact Last Name: Singleton
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 850-570-9514
Contact Email: grants@thelearningpavilion.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Onward Christian Academy
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1354 Daltons Dr
City: Forest
State: Virginia
Postal Code: 24551
Main Phone: 4345151495
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.onwardchristian.org
Employer ID Number: 813055867
Organization Tax Status: Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 01/29/2026
Requested Amount: $7,500

Project Title: Scholarship Fund
Project Description:

Onward Christian Academy is a hybrid K–12 Christian school serving families across Central Virginia who desire an education that integrates academic excellence, faith formation, and practical life skills. Our mission is to partner with families to raise students who are rooted in Christ, equipped for life, and prepared to serve their communities with integrity and purpose.

The Rooted Access Scholarship Fund exists to ensure that financial hardship does not interrupt a child’s ability to remain in a stable, Christ-centered learning environment. Families seeking Christian education often do so with great intentionality, yet many experience seasons of financial strain due to job transitions, medical expenses, or unexpected life changes. Without support, these challenges can force difficult educational disruptions that impact both academic progress and spiritual formation.

This project will provide targeted, need-based scholarships to students whose families require temporary assistance in order to remain enrolled at Onward Christian Academy. Funds will be used to offset tuition costs for qualifying families, allowing students to continue their education without interruption while maintaining consistency in discipleship, relationships, and learning routines.

Onward Christian Academy has committed $2,500 from internal resources toward this effort and is seeking an additional $7,500 to expand the reach of the fund. Together, these funds will support multiple students during the upcoming academic year through partial scholarships tailored to each family’s situation.

By investing in the Rooted Access Scholarship Fund, the foundation would be directly supporting children and families at a pivotal moment, helping preserve educational stability and fostering long-term growth in character, faith, and confidence. This project reflects our belief that Christian education is not only about academics, but about walking alongside families and students through real life with care, commitment, and hope.

Total Project Budget: $7,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $2,500 as a percent of general donations

Project Duration: July ’26-September ’26
Geographical Area Served: Central Virginia
Age Group To Be Served: 5-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Lauren
Contact Last Name: Zealand
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 4342217892
Contact Email: lzealand@onwardchristian.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: East End Arts Council
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 206 Griffing Ave., PO Box 1002
City: Riverhead
State: NY
Postal Code: 11901
Main Phone: 6312480372
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www. eastendarts.org
Employer ID Number: 112285495
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: January 29, 2026
Requested Amount: 7,500

Project Title: Arts for All
Project Description:

East End Arts for ALL is a program offering arts, crafts, set creation, theatre, music, and other creative arts to students of all ages and abilities to ensure no barriers stand in the way of enrichment. Teachers work with students who experience a broad range of developmental and cognitive disabilities and mental health challenges. Student artists experiment, develop, and create their artwork in a supportive and professional studio environment.  

Total Project Budget: 80,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Suffolk Ciunty, TD Bank, private donors

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Suffolk County
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Antoinette
Contact Last Name: Cavaliere
Contact Title:
Contact Phone: 631-727-0900
Contact Email: acavaliere@eastendarts.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: East End Arts Council
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 206 Griffing Ave., PO Box 1002
City: Riverhead
State: NY
Postal Code: 11901
Main Phone: 6312480372
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www. eastendarts.org
Employer ID Number: 112285495
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: January 29, 2026
Requested Amount: 7,500

Project Title: Arts for All
Project Description:

East End Arts for ALL is a program offering arts, crafts, set creation, theatre, music, and other creative arts to students of all ages and abilities to ensure no barriers stand in the way of enrichment. Teachers work with students who experience a broad range of developmental and cognitive disabilities and mental health challenges. Student artists experiment, develop, and create their artwork in a supportive and professional studio environment.  

Total Project Budget: 80,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Suffolk Ciunty, TD Bank, private donors

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Suffolk County
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Antoinette
Contact Last Name: Cavaliere
Contact Title:
Contact Phone: 631-727-0900
Contact Email: acavaliere@eastendarts.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Read to Succeed Asheville/Buncombe
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: R2S
Mailing Address: PO Box 18652
City: Asheville
State: NC
Postal Code: 28814
Main Phone: (828) 747-2277
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.r2sasheville.org/
Employer ID Number: 27-2581580
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/28/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000.00

Project Title: Community-Powered Literacy in WNC
Project Description:

With support from the Hermanowski Foundation, Read to Succeed Asheville/Buncombe (R2S) will expand access to high-quality books, deepen family engagement, and strengthen early literacy pathways so that more children early in their school journey can thrive academically and socially. R2S is a community-led literacy organization serving children ages 0–5, elementary students, and their families across Asheville and Buncombe County through culturally responsive, evidence-based programming.

The need for early literacy intervention in our community is urgent. Only 65% of children in Asheville City and Buncombe County Schools enter kindergarten meeting state readiness benchmarks, and Black children face the greatest barriers to early reading success. These disparities emerge before kindergarten and, without early and intentional support, widen over time, limiting long-term educational opportunity and well-being.

R2S addresses this need through a multi-tiered literacy approach rooted in classrooms, homes, and community spaces. In Pre-K and early elementary classrooms, trusted Storytime Specialists, respected Black elders and educators deliver weekly, play-based literacy instruction, including interactive dialogic read-alouds and small-group activities. These experiences build phonological awareness, vocabulary, and early comprehension while fostering confidence, joy, and a strong connection to reading. Children engage with books that reflect their identities, reinforcing a sense of belonging and motivation to learn.

Beyond the classroom, R2S equips educators, volunteers, and caregivers with practical tools to support literacy development. Through professional learning, family workshops, culturally relevant book distributions, and community literacy events, R2S reinforces reading as a shared, joyful experience at home and throughout the community.

Together, these strategies strengthen early literacy outcomes and help ensure children have the skills, confidence, and curiosity needed for long-term academic success. We would welcome the opportunity to submit a full proposal and explore alignment with the Hermanowski Foundation’s commitment to improving the lives of children and families.

Total Project Budget: $87,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Individual contributions: $15,000 (Pending). In-kind contributions: $2,500 (Pending). Foundation Grants: $55,000 ($25,000 Committed). Government Grants: $15,000 (Pending).

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Asheville and Buncombe County
Age Group To Be Served: 0-5 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jessica
Contact Last Name: McLean
Contact Title: Co-Executive Director
Contact Phone: (828) 747-2277
Contact Email: jess.mclean@r2sasheville.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Outside the Box Health and Wellness
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 833 North Park Road Suite 101
City: Wyomissing
State: PA
Postal Code: 19610
Main Phone: 610-396-5094
Main Fax: 484-854-0715
Organization Website: https://www.empowermentbh.com/
Employer ID Number: 99-3124079
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/28/26
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: The Breakthrough Program
Project Description:

Empower individuals on their mental health journey by offering innovative services that are not typically covered by insurance. This would include physical and creative somatic group such as trauma informed kickboxing, yoga, crocheting and bilateral drawing. The program aims to serve those who would otherwise not be able to afford or would not have access to these interventions.

Total Project Budget: $28,200

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Live United Grant of $5,000

Project Duration: starting 2027, ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Berks County
Age Group To Be Served: school aged to young adults

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Katie
Contact Last Name: Tylka
Contact Title: Program Manager
Contact Phone: 610-396-5094
Contact Email: ktylka@empowermentbh.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Outside the Box Health and Wellness
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 833 North Park Road Suite 101
City: Wyomissing
State: PA
Postal Code: 19610
Main Phone: 610-396-5094
Main Fax: 484-854-0715
Organization Website: https://www.empowermentbh.com/
Employer ID Number: 99-3124079
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/28/26
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: The Breakthrough Program
Project Description:

Empower individuals on their mental health journey by offering innovative services that are not typically covered by insurance. This would include physical and creative somatic group such as trauma informed kickboxing, yoga, crocheting and bilateral drawing. The program aims to serve those who would otherwise not be able to afford or would not have access to these interventions.

Total Project Budget: $28,200

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Live United Grant of $5,000

Project Duration: starting 2027, ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Berks County
Age Group To Be Served: school aged to young adults

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Katie
Contact Last Name: Tylka
Contact Title: Program Manager
Contact Phone: 610-396-5094
Contact Email: ktylka@empowermentbh.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: TreeHouse Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 5755 Wayzata Blvd
City: St. Louis Park
State: MN
Postal Code: 55416
Main Phone: 952-238-1010
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://treehousehope.org/
Employer ID Number: 36-3287099
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/28/2026
Requested Amount: $7,500

Project Title: Relationship Based Support Groups for Unsupported Teens
Project Description:

TreeHouse is dedicated to walking alongside overlooked teens who are navigating significant adversity, including poverty, mental health challenges, and unstable home environments. Today, many teens experience school environments marked by bullying and isolation, conditions that make authentic peer support rare. TreeHouse exists to create the opposite. Safe, consistent spaces where teens are protected from judgment, surrounded by care, and supported by both peers and trusted adults.

Recently, 26% of TreeHouse teens reported being the target of bullying at school in the last two weeks. These experiences leave teens feeling isolated, anxious, and unsupported, increasing the risk of depression and disengagement. While teens are surrounded by peers at school, few have access to spaces where vulnerability is welcomed and emotional safety is guaranteed.

TreeHouse Support Groups intentionally fill this gap. At the core of our model is a rare and powerful experience: teens safely sharing their emotions, struggles, and adverse childhood experiences with other teens, without fear of judgment. For many participants, our Support Groups are the only place where peer support is genuine and consistent. Caring adult leaders model empathy, set clear expectations for respect, and ensure every teen feels heard and valued.

Support Groups are fully barrier-free and cost-free to teens and their families. TreeHouse removes logistical and financial barriers by providing free transportation and free meals at every program night. Each Support Group night begins with a shared home-cooked meal, followed by a group activity and a short program focused on topics such as culture, school, and personal development. Teens then break into small groups where they rate their week on a scale of 1 to 10 (no 5’s allowed), name three emotions they’ve felt, and support one another through honest conversation. Through these relationships, teens experience belonging, healing, and hope, often for the first time.

Total Project Budget: $282,723

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Tides Foundation, $15,000 LRE Foundation, $25,000 Kopp Family Foundation, $2,000 Christ Presbyterian Church, $15,000 RBC Foundation, $6,000. Potential: WestWings Family Foundation, $50,000 KAHR Foundation, $75,000 Carlson Family Foundation, $45,000 Schulze Family Foundation, $30,000 Riverway Foundation, $7,500

Project Duration: January 1, 2027 – September 30, 2027
Geographical Area Served: Nationwide
Age Group To Be Served: Teenagers (ages 13-18)

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Belinda
Contact Last Name: Hemann
Contact Title: Grants Manager
Contact Phone: 952-238-1010 ext. 1802
Contact Email: bhemann@treehousehope.org