Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Trinity Life Foundation, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 480 Terracina Way
City: Naples
State: FL
Postal Code: 34119
Main Phone: 7039263382
Main Fax:
Organization Website: trinitylifefoundation.org
Employer ID Number: 83-4379557
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/24/26
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Classroom Funding
Project Description:

The Trinity Life Foundation requests financial support of 10,000.00 to invest in additional equipment — laptops, copiers, monitors, monthly food purchases to prepare meals for all students attending 2 sessions twice a week and additional staffing.
Specializing in at-risk minority children in Collier County, Florida. We serve youth who have been involved with the juvenile justice system as well as the youth with behavior issues and may follow the wrong crowd. We turn no youth away who needs to be in our learning curriculum. Our sessions involve self-esteem, social values, education, family issues, and economic issues.
The parents and students do not incur any cost in the TLF Youth Program. Funds are raised within the community from businesses and individual donors.
We are dedicated to the youth who live in Collier County, Florida. We concentrate on ages 12-18, but we do have several students under the age of 12. The Trinity Life Foundation curriculum is making efforts to stopping the pipeline from school to prison by showing students there are better ways and better means to improve their walk of life. Both parent and student relationships benefit from our program. Making our youth responsible people in their communities will strengthen our city and county.

Total Project Budget: $31,000

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

Project Duration: Fall 2026
Geographical Area Served: Collier County, FL
Age Group To Be Served: 12-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Allison
Contact Last Name: OReilly
Contact Title: Grant Writer
Contact Phone: 7039263382
Contact Email: allisonoreilly@aol.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: College Mentors for Kids
Legal Name (if Different): College Mentors for Kids Inc.
Also Known As: N/A
Mailing Address: 6081 E. 82nd Street Suite 420
City: Indianapolis
State: Indiana
Postal Code: 46250
Main Phone: 317-921-1798
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.collegementors.org
Employer ID Number: 35-2002052
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2-24-2026
Requested Amount: 5,000

Project Title: Virginia College Mentors Helping Little Buddies Go from Good to Great
Project Description:

College Mentors for Kids connects Virginia college students with underserved youth in grades 1-6 through weekly on-campus activities that inspire growth, confidence, and brighter futures. By fostering these one-on-one relationships, we create a dual impact that benefits both children and their college student mentors. Our four Virginia chapters include James Madison University, Radford University, University of Virginia, and Virginia Tech.

460 college students mentor 350 first through sixth graders (little buddies) on site at all four Virginia campuses. Kids visit the campus once a week after school during the academic year (15-17 times) to participate in activities with their mentors that focus on higher education and careers, culture and diversity, and community service. Activities draw upon the unique resources of the campus.

We have three program goals:

1. Contribute to positive youth development through mentoring relationships.
2. Build knowledge and aspirations for the future through structured activities.
3. Increase community engagement among college student volunteers through mentoring relationships and leadership opportunities.

Our 2026-27 success metrics for the Virginia chapters are:

1. An estimated 400 little buddies will participate in weekly activities with their mentors.
2. 500 college student volunteers will be engaged as college student leaders/mentors.

Our key outcomes for the University of Virginia chapter and all chapters include:

1. Little buddies increase or maintain high self-efficacy and self-esteem.
2. Children display prosocial behaviors such as being helpful and cooperative.
3. Children gain awareness of different careers and future expectations.
4. Little buddies become comfortable and familiar with a college campus.
5. College student mentors increase their civic engagement, communication and leadership skills, and feelings of compassion and altruism.

Our long-term outcomes/impacts include little buddies graduating from high school, avoiding the justice system, following the path to post-secondary education, and volunteering for their communities, all at higher rates than their peers.

Total Project Budget: $325,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Cav Futures – $10,000, Pending; Chapter fundraising – $60,000, Pending; Federal grant – Amount TBD, will apply Spring 2026; BAMA Works – $3,000, will apply August 2026. The remainder of the budget will come from unrestricted dollars.

Project Duration: 01/01/2027 – 12/31/2027
Geographical Area Served: Harrisonburg, Radford, Charlottesville, and Blacksburg, VA
Age Group To Be Served: Ages 6-22

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Shelley
Contact Last Name: Hunter
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 317-921-1798
Contact Email: shunter@collegementors.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Winnebago Health Foundation
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: WHF
Mailing Address: 225 S. Bluff Street P.O. Box HH
City: Winnebago
State: Nebraska
Postal Code: 68071
Main Phone: (402) 242-6512
Main Fax: (402) 242-6512
Organization Website: https://www.wchs.health/foundation
Employer ID Number: 301423903
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 24, 2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Youth Playground
Project Description:

This project will establish a developmentally appropriate park designed for children ages 2-6 serving the Winnebago community. The park will provide a safe, accessible, and culturally supportive environment where young children can engage in active play during the most critical years of growth and development. Early childhood is a foundational period for cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development. A dedicated park space supports the development of gross motor skills, coordination, and strength through climbing, running and interactive equipment. It also promotes social emotional growth by encouraging cooperative play, problem solving, communication, and the development of self-confidence. Providing a safe outdoor space heals reduce sedentary behavior, supports overall physical health, and contributes to improved mental well-being. Within Tribal communities, spaces that foster safe gathering and positive childhood experiences are especially meaningful. This park will not only serve as a recreational area, but as a community asset that strengthens family engagement, cultural connection, and intergenerational interaction. By investing in early childhood focused infrastructure, the Winnebago Health Foundation reinforces its commitment to nurturing the next generation in a setting that reflects community values and priorities. The purpose of this project is to promote health, wellness, and equitable access to safe recreational opportunities for young children and families. This park will be open and accessible to the community, removing financial barriers and ensuring that all families can benefit. It addresses a demonstrated need for age-appropriate recreational infrastructure and contributes to long-term public health outcomes.

Total Project Budget: $207,263.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): We secured $150,000 commitments from the Omaha-based William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation, the Sherwood Foundation, and the Lozier Foundation. Ash Grove Charitable Foundations support will strengthen our creditability and demonstrate community investment, helping us engage in additional funding and individual donors and partners. We also anticipate that the foundations’ investment will continue to unlock additional support from local businesses and community partners who view foundation funding as a sign of long-term project viability.

Project Duration: 05/18/2026 – 09/18/2026
Geographical Area Served: The Tribe of Winnebago Nebraska
Age Group To Be Served: 2-6 year olds

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Jaci
Contact Last Name: Peterson
Contact Title: Administrative Assistant
Contact Phone: (402) 267-2547
Contact Email: jaci.peterson@wchs.health

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: College Tribe
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Mailing Address: 3845 South Capitol Street, SW
City: Washington
State: District of Columbia
Postal Code: 20032
Main Phone: 202-563-3420
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.collegetribedc.org/
Employer ID Number: 20-5508155
Organization Tax Status: Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/24/26
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: STREAM Summer Camp
Project Description:

College Tribe provides a free, 6-week summer camp to 3rd-8th grade students living in Washington, DC. Our STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Summer Camp operates Monday-Friday from 8:30-3:30 and offers STREAM workshops, Financial Literacy lessons, vision board projects, recreational activities, and excursions throughout the DC metropolitan area. Funding is requested from the Hermanowski Family Foundation to cover expenses related to bus rentals, admission fees for trips, supplies, and staffing.

Total Project Budget: $32,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Learn24

Project Duration: 6 weeks (June 29 – August 7)
Geographical Area Served: Wards 7 & 8 in Washington, DC
Age Group To Be Served: 8-13

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Scott
Contact Last Name: Perry
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 2028410976
Contact Email: scott@collegetribedc.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Chicago WOF NFP
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Chicago Wall Of Fame NFP
Mailing Address: 19021 Maple Avenue
City: Country Club Hills
State: IL
Postal Code: 60478
Main Phone: 312-970-5703
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.chicgowalloffame.org
Employer ID Number: 99-2109222
Organization Tax Status: Non Profit 501C3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 24, 2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Safe Passages
Project Description:

Act To Change Summer Youth Enrichment Program is a Southland–based youth–driven committed to mentorship, education support, arts and culture, and community development. We serve young people 10 to 17 years of age through activities centered around music, dance, mentoring, academic support, cultural events, and family–centered programming that strengthens individual potential and community resilience.

Total Project Budget: 25,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Sponsorships and Volunteer Donations from fundraising

Project Duration: 8 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Chicago South Suburbs
Age Group To Be Served: 10-17 years of age

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Yolanda
Contact Last Name: Ratliff
Contact Title: Program Director
Contact Phone: 312-970-5703
Contact Email: ratliffy@cwofnfp.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Reaching For The Stars Empowerment Inc.
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Mailing Address: 814 Fleming St
City: WASHINGTON
State: NC
Postal Code: 27889
Main Phone: 2526238062
Main Fax:
Organization Website: reachingforthestarsnc.com
Employer ID Number: -461104680
Organization Tax Status: non profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/24/2026
Requested Amount: 10, 000

Project Title: Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Arts, Education & Wellness
Project Description:

Reaching for the Stars is a dynamic after-school and summer enrichment program dedicated to empowering children and young adults up to age 21 with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive. Through an integrated approach spanning arts, education, and wellness, we create safe, nurturing spaces where young people discover their potential and build a foundation for lifelong success.
Our program delivers hands-on arts instruction, academic support, and health and wellness activities that complement classroom learning and address the whole child. From creative expression through visual arts, music, and performance to tutoring, mentorship, and life skills development, every element is designed to inspire curiosity, resilience, and leadership.
With support from the Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation, Reaching for the Stars will expand access to high-quality enrichment experiences for youth who need them most. Grant funds will directly support program staffing, materials, and resources that keep our doors open before and after school and throughout the summer months — ensuring no child is left without a safe, enriching place to grow.
Together, we are building tomorrow’s leaders — one young person at a time.

Total Project Budget: 15,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Dollar General, Jonathan Haven and Walmart

Project Duration: 1year
Geographical Area Served: Diverse area serve
Age Group To Be Served: 5years-21years

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Flora
Contact Last Name: Brooks
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 252-940-5777
Contact Email: reachingforthestarsstudents@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Our Daily Bread of Tangipahoa
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1476
City: Hammond
State: LA
Postal Code: 70401
Main Phone: 985-542-4676
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.ourdailybreadhammond.org
Employer ID Number: 72-1438651
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/24/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Feeding The Future
Project Description:

Currently, in Louisiana, there is a pressing need for assistance designed to provide children facing food insecurity
with balanced and nutritious diets. Research from Feeding America underlines this need, with Louisiana ranking
among the top three states for child hunger and child poverty. During summer and holiday breaks, school
cafeterias are closed, leaving many children without their only guaranteed meal of the day, increasing hunger and
financial hardship. For many families, the inability to consistently put food on the table requires them to forego
other essential needs, creating a mental burden that affects overall wellbeing. In Tangipahoa Parish, 1 in every 5
children live in food-insecure households and face uncertainty around meals outside of school cafeteria lunches.
Having a balanced diet supports academic success, as food insecurity is linked to disrupted attention and lower
scores in math and reading. As children are the future of our world, it is imperative that they receive balanced
diets to support healthy physical and social development.
Our program, Feeding the Future, provides children in food-insecure households with consistent access to
support and nourishment. This free assistance operation increases the number of meals cooked each month and
provides children with protein-rich meals. Additionally, nutritious snack bags will be distributed to promote healthy
living. These meals and snack bags will be provided every day that the food bank is open and can be picked up
as needed in our drive-thru line or bike and walk-up line. We project that these services will assist over 2,000
children monthly, and further support families by alleviating financial strain related to groceries. The Feeding the
Future initiative is designed to address the rising rate of child hunger in Louisiana and provide children in the
community with the nutrition needed to learn, play, and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.

Total Project Budget: $75,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Walmart, and Entergy

Project Duration: January 2027-December 2027
Geographical Area Served: Tangipahoa Parish and surrounding areas
Age Group To Be Served: Children up to 18 years of age

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Mia
Contact Last Name: Reeves
Contact Title: Development Manager
Contact Phone: 985-542-4676
Contact Email: mia@ourdailybreadhammond.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: West Slope Foundation
Legal Name (if Different): West Slope Foundation, Inc.
Also Known As: WSF
Mailing Address: PO Box 521
City: Somerset
State: CA
Postal Code: 95684
Main Phone: 530-287-4710
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.westslopefoundation.org
Employer ID Number: 88-3095707
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/23/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Youth Rural Community Disaster Readiness and Response Teams
Project Description:

West Slope Foundation prepares young people on El Dorado County’s Western Slope to protect themselves, their families, and their neighbors before, during, and after disasters. Our youth-centered model—Teen Community Emergency Response Team (Teen CERT), Youth Readiness Ambassadors, and Disaster Readiness Workshops—builds practical skills, confidence, and leadership in a rural context where professional resources can be stretched during emergencies.

Teen CERT develops capable teen leaders who can act safely until responders arrive and support school and neighborhood preparedness. The curriculum covers local hazard awareness and personal safety; fire behavior, extinguisher use, and utility control; disaster medical operations including triage and bleeding control; light search and rescue with scene size‑up, safe lifts and carries, and team communication; and foundational incident organization and radio etiquette. Training is delivered through a focused sequence culminating in a realistic capstone exercise with role‑players and timed objectives. Safety is paramount: screened instructors, clear scope of practice, and documented risk assessments guide every evolution. Graduates support school safety efforts, assist at community events, and help run age‑appropriate drills under supervision.

The Youth Readiness Ambassadors program normalizes preparedness across households and neighborhoods while creating meaningful leadership roles for children and teens. Elementary‑age participants learn personal safety, household contacts, and kid‑friendly go‑bag essentials. Middle‑school youth practice evacuation planning, pet preparedness, basic first aid, and hazard spotting at home and school. High‑school Ambassadors step into facilitation and mentorship—leading peer talks, canvassing neighborhoods with simple checklists, and supporting drills—often co‑enrolling in Teen CERT. Adult Community Ambassadors reinforce youth efforts by hosting block‑level planning nights and coordinating communication trees.

Disaster Readiness Workshops translate skills into family action. One‑day sessions cover core planning, alerts and warnings, evacuation timing, and go‑bag basics; two‑day sessions add tabletop scenarios, evacuation simulations, shelter‑in‑place decision‑making, and recovery steps such as documentation and navigating resources. Workshops are offered at no cost with youth‑friendly stations, multilingual materials, and accommodations to promote participation. Together, these integrated programs create a clear pathway from awareness to action and service—cultivating trained, motivated teens who strengthen resilience across our wildfire‑prone rural communities.

Total Project Budget: $85,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: $65,000 (Pioneer Fire Protection District, Latrobe Fund, Listos California) Potential: $20,000 ($10,000 Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation Grant, $10,000 Sacramento Regional Community Foundation)

Project Duration: On going but the big expansion to reach more youth will be within the next 12 months.
Geographical Area Served: Primary focus on Western Slope communities centered around Somerset/Mt. Aukum, Outingdale, Omo Ranch, Fairplay, Mt. Aukum and Grizzly Flats, with services extended to surrounding unincorporated areas across the county as programs and partners require (workshops, CERT trainings, drills, and survivor support). During larger incidents, assistance may reach adjacent foothill communities when Western Slope residents are impacted or evacuated
Age Group To Be Served: Youth/Young Adult: 6 – 18 Adult: >18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Jennifer
Contact Last Name: McKim-Hibbard
Contact Title: Deputy Director
Contact Phone: 530-391-3140
Contact Email: jennifer@westslopefoundation.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Just Imagine KidZ
Legal Name (if Different): Just Imagine KidZ
Also Known As: Just Imagine KidZ/Nia Academy
Mailing Address: 260 Broadway
City: Richmond
State: CA
Postal Code: 94804
Main Phone: 5102093063
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.justimaginekidz.org
Employer ID Number: 83-3224550
Organization Tax Status: Multicultural Bookstore

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/24/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Growing Minds & Futures: Enrichment for Academic Success and Community Leadership
Project Description:

Growing Minds & Futures is a comprehensive, culturally responsive enrichment program designed to expand academic opportunity and real-world skill development for underserved youth in our community. Through in-school, afterschool, and weekend programming, students will engage in hands-on gardening education, music instruction (violin), chess strategy classes, and financial literacy workshops.

Our gardening component teaches students how to grow fresh produce while building knowledge in science, environmental stewardship, nutrition, and sustainability. Students participate in planting, maintaining, and harvesting gardens, reinforcing STEM concepts through experiential learning.

The music component provides structured violin instruction, helping students develop discipline, focus, confidence, and creative expression. Research consistently shows that music education strengthens cognitive development and academic performance.

Chess instruction strengthens critical thinking, patience, problem-solving, and strategic reasoning—skills that directly support math achievement and executive functioning.

Our financial literacy workshops introduce students to budgeting, saving, entrepreneurship basics, and responsible money management—equipping them with practical life skills often missing from traditional curriculum.

By integrating academics, arts, strategy, environmental education, and financial empowerment, this project addresses opportunity gaps while fostering leadership, confidence, and long-term success. Funding will support instructional staff, materials and supplies (garden beds, soil, instruments, chess sets), curriculum development, and student participation scholarships to ensure equitable access.

Growing Minds & Futures will directly impact students by increasing academic engagement, strengthening critical thinking skills, promoting healthy living, and preparing youth to become empowered, capable contributors to their community.

Total Project Budget: $100,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): City of Richmond ECIA (committed)

Project Duration: September 2026/June 2027
Geographical Area Served: Richmond and surrounding ciites
Age Group To Be Served: 6-12 year olds (Kindergarten throug 6th grade)

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Tamara
Contact Last Name: Shiloh
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 510-209-3063
Contact Email: tamarashiloh@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: AtoZ Learning Club
Legal Name (if Different): AtoZ Learning Club
Also Known As: AtoZ Learning Club
Mailing Address: 1109 Woodland St. #68098
City: Nashville
State: TN
Postal Code: 37206
Main Phone: 6158527412
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://atozlearningclub.org/
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/20/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Stories Like Me
Project Description:

Stories Like Me is a literacy-centered development initiative under AtoZ Learning Club’s AtoZ Book Explorers program designed to strengthen communication skills, academic confidence, and access to culturally affirming books. What began as a partnership with Tennessee State University’s Speech and Language Pathology Department is expanding into a broader literacy access and development model.

In collaboration with TSU graduate clinicians, children and adults participating in speech and language therapy receive culturally responsive books that reflect diverse identities, languages, and lived experiences. Therapy sessions are built around these texts to support articulation, vocabulary development, comprehension, expressive language, and confidence in communication. By pairing literacy with therapeutic practice, participants strengthen both their voice and their academic foundation.

In addition, AtoZ Learning Club is partnering with Little Free Library initiatives to expand equitable access to diverse books in under-resourced communities. Through book distribution, Little Free Library placements, and community-based literacy engagement, Stories Like Me extends beyond clinical settings and into neighborhoods, ensuring families can continue reading, practicing language skills, and building literacy at home.his initiative demonstrates how literacy is not just about reading, it is a tool for development, confidence-building, and long-term academic success. By combining therapeutic literacy practices with community book access, Stories Like Me promotes a culture where every child and adult can see themselves reflected in stories, strengthen their voice, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Total Project Budget: $20,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Little Free Library and Tennessee State University

Project Duration: March 2026 to February 2027
Geographical Area Served: Nashville, Metro Nashville
Age Group To Be Served: All Ages

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Miss
Contact First Name: Robin
Contact Last Name: Griffin
Contact Title: Founder
Contact Phone: 6158527412
Contact Email: Robin@atozlearningclub.org