Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Shoreless Lake School Wisconsin
Legal Name (if Different): Society of Jesus Christ the Priest, Inc.
Also Known As: DBA Shoreless Lake School WI
Mailing Address: 115 Madison ST
City: Sauk City
State: Wisconsin
Postal Code: 53951
Main Phone: 6088443711
Main Fax:
Organization Website: shorelesslake.school
Employer ID Number: 26-4273811
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2.12.2026
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Program Support for Underserved Students
Project Description:

Shoreless Lake School for girls in grades 6-12 operates on a modest annual budget of approximately $130,000, with the majority of expenses directly supporting student instruction, academic programming, and facilities. Tuition revenue covers only a small portion of costs due to the school’s commitment to serving families of limited financial means; currently, 67% of students require significant tuition assistance. As a result, the school relies heavily on philanthropic support, including individual donors, corporate gifts, and foundation grants, which together provide over 75% of operating revenue. Despite strong community support, the school faces an annual operating gap of approximately $38,000, making grant funding essential to sustaining affordable, mission-driven education for its students.

Total Project Budget: 90000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): INCOME / REVENUE Source Amount Tuition Payments $22,600 Scholarships from Local Donors $8,150 Corporate Donations $34,200 Individual Local Donors $16,850 Foundation Grants (Committed) $9,500 TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE $91,300 PENDING GRANTS (Not Yet Secured) Foundation Amount Helen V. Brach Foundation $8,000 Zimmer Family Foundation $13,500 Widen Family Foundation $5,000 Buchanan Foundation $15,000 TOTAL PENDING GRANTS $41,500

Project Duration: September of the grant year to the following June (school year)
Geographical Area Served: rural Roxbury, Wisconsin
Age Group To Be Served: 11-18 year olds

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Peggy
Contact Last Name: Kruchten
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 6088443711
Contact Email: peggy.kruchten@shorelesslake.school

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Changing Perspectives
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 710
City: Montpelier
State: Vermont
Postal Code: 05601
Main Phone: 888-870-2210
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.changingperspectivesnow.org
Employer ID Number: 46-3115902
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/12/26
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Expanding Social-Emotional Learning Capacity in Schools
Project Description:

Changing Perspectives is a national direct-service nonprofit that partners with public, private, and charter schools to promote social-emotional learning (SEL) and cultivate inclusive, equitable learning communities in which all students can thrive. Since 2014, we have equipped schools with practical, research-informed tools that strengthen the five core SEL competencies: self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, and relationship skills—skills that help students manage emotions, build empathy, form positive relationships, and make ethical choices that support academic success and lifelong well-being.

As educators nationwide report rising student anxiety, social isolation, and behavioral challenges – amid mounting pressures and limited resources – schools are seeking coherent, sustainable SEL solutions. We meet this need by offering flexible supports that strengthen classroom practice and build educator capacity. Since 2014, we have partnered with more than 1,100 schools across 49 states and 10 countries, reaching over 26,000 educators and 700,000 students.

Our customizable suite of services includes a PreK–12 SEL curriculum, accessible for educators online, with standards-aligned lessons and activities; professional development for teachers, counselors, and administrators; individualized coaching and technical assistance; and family engagement workshops. Together, these supports help schools move beyond isolated lessons toward an integrated, school-wide approach to SEL.

Independent evaluations from 2024–2025 demonstrate strong impact: 96% of educators reported high student engagement; 93% gained new strategies to support student well-being; and 95% of administrators reported increased school capacity and improved alignment around SEL.

We seek philanthropic support to expand and sustain these services, ensuring that more schools can embed SEL into daily practice and create environments where all students are supported, engaged, and prepared to succeed. By making a grant of $10,000 at this time, the Hermanowski Family Foundation will help make it possible for Changing Perspectives to reach up to 100,000 students in the upcoming school year.

Total Project Budget: $662,377

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed Grants Clifton Foundation $54,000 Salmon Foundation $40,000 Jack and Dorothy Byrne Foundation $25,000 Mid-Shore Community Foundation $20,000 Bella Charitable Foundation $15,000 Morris and Bessie Altman Foundation $15,000 Peninsula Health Care District $15,000 Couch Family Foundation $10,000 Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation $7,500 Emily Landecker Foundation $5,000 George W. Mergens Foundation $5,000 Potential Grants Ronald W. Burkle Foundation Chuck & Marna Davis Foundation Educating All Learners Alliance Agnes Lindsay Foundation Oakland Foundation Sacramento Region Community Foundation

Project Duration: One Year
Geographical Area Served: Nationwide
Age Group To Be Served: PreK-12 grade students

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Sam
Contact Last Name: Drazin
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 802-356-3291
Contact Email: sam@cpne.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: IM Houston
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston
Mailing Address: 3303 Main St
City: Houston
State: TX
Postal Code: 77002
Main Phone: 713-533-4900
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.imgh.org
Employer ID Number: 74-1488102
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/12/26
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Volunteer Houston Pathways
Project Description:

The Volunteer Houston Pathway Internship Program connects young people ages 16-24 with career-building experiences at nonprofit and corporate partners across Greater Houston. Launching in 2026, the program breaks the classic employment barrier young people face: needing experience to get hired, but needing to be hired to gain experience.

Building on Volunteer Houston’s successful matching platform and network of 513 partner nonprofits, the program offers structured internships across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, environmental conservation, arts and culture, technology, and business operations. Through active dialogue with community organizations and corporate partners, we have already developed a robust pipeline of quality placements ready to launch immediately upon funding.

The program serves Houston’s most vulnerable youth—first-generation college students, economically disadvantaged young people, and those from underrepresented communities who face systemic barriers to employment. Both paid and unpaid opportunities accommodate varying schedules and provide meaningful work assignments, supervision, and skill-building rather than routine tasks.
Research demonstrates powerful outcomes: young people who participate in structured internship programs rate their work abilities significantly higher after completion, experience nearly double the work experience, and see a 73% increase in income. They develop critical professional skills—teamwork, communication, problem-solving—that employers identify as essential, while building networks that open doors to future opportunities.

The program creates a mutually beneficial ecosystem. Youth gain experience and professional references. Nonprofits access enthusiastic workers who bring fresh perspectives. Corporate partners develop local talent pipelines while fulfilling social responsibility commitments. The community builds a better-prepared, civically engaged workforce.
Every volunteer hour generated through Volunteer Houston has a dollar value of $33.49, and studies show that for every $1 invested in volunteerism infrastructure, organizations realize $8 in return. This program doesn’t just prepare Houston’s youth for careers—it strengthens the entire nonprofit sector while building tomorrow’s community leaders.

Total Project Budget: 155,261

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): 75,000

Project Duration: One year
Geographical Area Served: Harris County and Galveston County, TX
Age Group To Be Served: 16-24

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Rebecca
Contact Last Name: Samson
Contact Title: VP of Advancement
Contact Phone: 3466961435
Contact Email: rsamson@imgh.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: South Florida Family C.A.R.E. Alliance
Legal Name (if Different): Family Promise of South Palm Beach County
Also Known As: Family Promise of Southeast Florida
Mailing Address: 352 NE 3rd Avenue
City: Delray Beach
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33444
Main Phone: 5612653370
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.southflfamilycarealliance.org/
Employer ID Number: 56-2656166
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/12/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Youth C.A.R.E. Mental Wellness Initiative
Project Description:

We respectfully request support for a dedicated Youth C.A.R.E. Mental Wellness Initiative serving children and teens (ages 5–17) experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Palm Beach and Broward Counties.

As housing instability rises the emotional toll on youth is profound. Children facing sudden family disruption, economic hardship, food insecurity, and school instability experience significantly higher rates of anxiety, depression, trauma-related stress, and behavioral challenges. Toxic stress during these formative years can impair cognitive development, academic performance, and long-term well-being. Yet accessible, culturally responsive mental health services for this population remain limited.

Our Youth C.A.R.E. Initiative operates under our established C.A.R.E. (counseling, assessment, referrals, evaluation) behavioral health framework and serves children enrolled in our Pathway to Prosperity program, Prevention/Diversion services, and outreach network. The initiative provides trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions designed to promote healing and resilience.

Core components include:
• Individual and group counseling led by licensed clinicians
• Weekly therapeutic support sessions focused on emotional regulation
• Mindfulness and coping-skills workshops
• Monthly caregiver workshops to reinforce coping strategies at home

Over a 12-month period, we will:
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for at least 40 youth
• Provide consistent behavioral health services to a minimum of 40 children
• Achieve reduced anxiety or emotional distress for 80% of participating youth (pre/post evaluations)
• See 85% of caregivers report improved emotional regulation and behavior

Nearly half of those we serve are children. By addressing mental health alongside housing stability, we ensure young people do not simply exit crisis—but gain the emotional tools needed to thrive.

Total Project Budget: 205, 400

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Baptist Health Boca Regional Hospital – Committed (South Palm Beach & North Broward only), Hobbs Foundation – Potential, Boca West – Potential

Project Duration: 12 months – However, program will be on-going.
Geographical Area Served: Palm Beach and Broward Counties
Age Group To Be Served: 5 – 17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Kellie
Contact Last Name: Rentz-Bruneau
Contact Title: Grant Writer
Contact Phone: 9544616678
Contact Email: krentzbruneau@SouthFLFamilyCAREAlliance.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Capper Foundation
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 3500 SW 10th
City: Topeka
State: Kansas
Postal Code: 66604
Main Phone: 7852724060
Main Fax: 7852727912
Organization Website: www.capper.org
Employer ID Number: 48-0543745
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/12/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000.00

Project Title: Children’s Ability Fund
Project Description:

Capper Foundation’s Children’s Ability Fund helps children with disabilities access essential therapies when families cannot afford the full cost of care. The fund provides financial assistance for unreimbursed expenses such as deductibles, copays, and therapy services not fully covered by insurance or Medicaid, including physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy. Serving more than 500 children each year, the fund removes financial barriers so children can continue medically necessary treatment, build critical developmental skills, and improve daily function. Support ensures no child is turned away due to financial hardship and families can focus on progress, not cost.

Total Project Budget: $622,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Individual donors, private and corporate grants, community fundraising events, and in-kind contributions

Project Duration: FY 25-26 August 1-July 31
Geographical Area Served: Northeast Kansas –
Age Group To Be Served: Birth to 18+ years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Stephanie
Contact Last Name: Gassen
Contact Title: Development Advisor
Contact Phone: 785-272-4060
Contact Email: grants@capper.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Oberle Academy
Legal Name (if Different): Employment Resources, Inc.
Also Known As: The Oberle Academy
Mailing Address: 404 Willis Street
City: Fredericksburg
State: Virginia
Postal Code: 22401
Main Phone: 5403726710
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.theoberleacademy.org
Employer ID Number: 54-1566468
Organization Tax Status: non-profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/11/26
Requested Amount:

Project Title: Creating a Legacy of Improved Mental Health in Girls
Project Description:

At The Oberle Academy, we have identified a critical need for expanded mental health support for our female students. Adolescence is one of the most formative periods of our lives. These years are a time of growth and change. They can also come with challenges and pressures that can impact mental health. We will not only offer a service; we will build a supportive ecosystem where girls can discover their own power to manage stress, build resilience, and cultivate self-esteem.
We propose a program designed to address the urgent youth mental crisis within our schools. It is estimated that over 50% of our female students experience high levels of anxiety. In partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) program “Ending the Silence”, we will offer a three-pronged approach. We will assign a current staff member to provide essential support in developing emotional regulation and healthy coping strategies for the girls, and to empower school staff with de-escalation techniques and everyday mental health vocabulary, thereby reducing classroom disruptions and improving the learning experience. They will be paid a stipend for this position. Secondly, we will strengthen the home-school connection by educating parents, hosting workshops, and providing mental health resources. In this way, we can build a cohesive support system that extends beyond the school day. Thirdly, we will provide students with targeted opportunities, such as workshops, field trips, and real-world experiences, so that as their confidence grows, so does their capacity for leadership and economic independence. We see this as the inevitable result of a cultivated mindset. This confidence ripples out from the individual to her family and community, breaking cycles of poverty and struggles for generations to come.
Expected outcomes include fewer behavioral referrals for classroom disruptions, increased emotional resilience, improved emotion regulation through coping skills, and reduced absenteeism.

Total Project Budget: $15,000

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

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: All of Planning district 16, Prince William, Faquier, Orange and Hanover counties
Age Group To Be Served: 8-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Jeanine
Contact Last Name: Marchese
Contact Title: Grant Research
Contact Phone: 540-372-6710
Contact Email: jmarchese@theoberleacademy.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Minds Matter Portland
Legal Name (if Different): Minds Matter of Portland Inc.
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 12089
City: Portland
State: OR
Postal Code: 97212
Main Phone: 971-238-8972
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.mindsmatterportland.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-1166255
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/11/2026
Requested Amount: $3,000

Project Title: College Campus Visits for Minds Matter students
Project Description:

The mission of Minds Matter Portland is to connect highly motivated high school students from low-income backgrounds with dedicated mentors and academic support, empowering them to achieve success in higher education and beyond.

We understand that potential is universal, but opportunity is not. Our work is rooted in education equity and the belief that any student who aspires to attend college and pursue their full potential should have the resources and support to do so – regardless of family income.

Our program takes place on Saturdays during the school year and currently serves 64 students from all over the Portland area. Students begin our 3-year program as sophomores and stay in the program until they graduate. Our program consists of 3 main components – Academic Success (tutoring, test prep), Mentorship (1:1 mentorship throughout the program), and College Readiness (attend pre-college summer programs, visit college campuses, receive 1:1 college counseling and application support). This formula has resulted in consistent, high quality results. Not only do 100% of our students gain admission to multiple 4-year colleges, but they also receive substantial financial aid packages and scholarships that cover 90%+ of their financial need.

College campus visits are a key component in our College Readiness curriculum. We do 3 visits each year to high quality colleges and universities in the Portland area including Reed College, University of Portland, and Pacific Lutheran University. For our students, these visits provide a unique opportunity to explore college campuses and programs, ask questions to admission reps and current college students, and meet college faculty. Since the majority of our students go on to become the first in their families to go to college, these visits provide valuable insight to our students that they may not have access to otherwise.

Total Project Budget: $5,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Kaady Car Washes – $1,000 committed.

Project Duration: 01/2026 – 12/2026
Geographical Area Served: Portland, Oregon
Age Group To Be Served: 15-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Johnna
Contact Last Name: Loreen
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 971-238-8972
Contact Email: johnna@mindsmatterportland.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Minds Matter Portland
Legal Name (if Different): Minds Matter of Portland Inc.
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 12089
City: Portland
State: OR
Postal Code: 97212
Main Phone: 971-238-8972
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.mindsmatterportland.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-1166255
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/11/2026
Requested Amount: $3,000

Project Title: College Campus Visits for Minds Matter students
Project Description:

The mission of Minds Matter Portland is to connect highly motivated high school students from low-income backgrounds with dedicated mentors and academic support, empowering them to achieve success in higher education and beyond.

We understand that potential is universal, but opportunity is not. Our work is rooted in education equity and the belief that any student who aspires to attend college and pursue their full potential should have the resources and support to do so – regardless of family income.

Our program takes place on Saturdays during the school year and currently serves 64 students from all over the Portland area. Students begin our 3-year program as sophomores and stay in the program until they graduate. Our program consists of 3 main components – Academic Success (tutoring, test prep), Mentorship (1:1 mentorship throughout the program), and College Readiness (attend pre-college summer programs, visit college campuses, receive 1:1 college counseling and application support). This formula has resulted in consistent, high quality results. Not only do 100% of our students gain admission to multiple 4-year colleges, but they also receive substantial financial aid packages and scholarships that cover 90%+ of their financial need.

College campus visits are a key component in our College Readiness curriculum. We do 3 visits each year to high quality colleges and universities in the Portland area including Reed College, University of Portland, and Pacific Lutheran University. For our students, these visits provide a unique opportunity to explore college campuses and programs, ask questions to admission reps and current college students, and meet college faculty. Since the majority of our students go on to become the first in their families to go to college, these visits provide valuable insight to our students that they may not have access to otherwise.

Total Project Budget: $5,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Kaady Car Washes – $1,000 committed

Project Duration: 01/2026 – 12/2026
Geographical Area Served: Portland, Oregon
Age Group To Be Served: 15-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Johnna
Contact Last Name: Loreen
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 971-238-8972
Contact Email: johnna@mindsmatterportland.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Nova Roots Academy
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Nova Roots Academy
Mailing Address: 802 Emory St
City: Hot Springs
State: AR
Postal Code: 71913
Main Phone: 5014311081
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.novarootsacademy.com
Employer ID Number: 39-5072771
Organization Tax Status: non profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/11/26
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: Support Holistic Student Developmen
Project Description:

Grant funds will be used to expand and enhance Nova Roots Academy’s STEM lab and technology-based learning environment. Specifically, funds will support the purchase of student laptops or tablets, robotics kits, coding and STEM software licenses, lab tools and materials, and a 3D printer with supplies. Additional funds will be used for lab organization, storage, and miscellaneous classroom materials to ensure a fully functional learning space.

These resources will allow students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds to participate in hands-on, project-based STEM learning, build critical digital literacy and problem-solving skills, and engage in collaborative, real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, and math. By investing in technology and curriculum resources, the funds directly support the program’s mission of increasing academic achievement, fostering life skills, and preparing students for college and future careers.

Total Project Budget: 7000

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

Project Duration: 1 school year
Geographical Area Served: rural
Age Group To Be Served: 5-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Donna
Contact Last Name: Witte
Contact Title: Founder and Academic Director
Contact Phone: 5013857449
Contact Email: novarootsacademy@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: WINGS FOR WISHES ACADEMY INC
Legal Name (if Different): WINGS FOR WISHES ACADEMY INC
Also Known As: Wings for Wishes
Mailing Address: edieraether2@gmail.com
City: Terrel
State: North Carolina
Postal Code: 28682
Main Phone: 704 658 8997
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://wingsforwishesacademy.org
Employer ID Number: 99-4757506
Organization Tax Status: We are ecempt from federal income tax under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/11/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Wings for Wishes
Project Description:

Wings for Wishes is a comprehensive, neuroscience-based initiative designed to build character, resilience, and healthy decision-making skills in children, teens, and the adults who guide them. Funding will support the full portfolio of programs serving early childhood through adolescence, as well as parents, educators, and community partners.

The initiative integrates brain-based principles and positive psychology to instill integrity, self-regulation, confidence, and perseverance as behavioral habits.

For ages 3–9," I Believe I Can Fly!" uses guided imagery, role-playing, puppetry, and experiential learning to strengthen self-esteem, social skills, and healthy lifestyle habits while helping children identify their innate gifts and overcome limiting beliefs.

For youth ages 10–18, "MindShift: Flying High…Rising Above" provides mindset mastery tools that activate neurochemical pathways associated with motivation, emotional regulation, and achievement.

"Bullyproof Your Classroom" delivers practical, evidence-informed strategies for students, educators, parents, and bystanders to prevent and address bullying while cultivating compassionate school cultures.

All programs include customizable Train-the-Trainer models offered virtually and in person to ensure sustainable implementation across schools, after-school programs, mentorship initiatives, summer camps, and community organizations. Additional seminars address pressing mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, suicide prevention, addiction, digital overstimulation, and post-pandemic trauma.

By supporting the entire continuum of services, this funding will strengthen families, classrooms, and communities, equipping young people with the mindset, habits, and hope needed to transform their potential into lifelong possibilities.

Total Project Budget: We are just starting as a non profit, so a projection for this first year would be 200,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The initiative has been primarily self-funded through Edie’s personal investment to launch and sustain programming. We are actively seeking grant funding and charitable donations to broaden reach and ensure long-term viability.

Project Duration: We hope to raise funds for at least one year.
Geographical Area Served: The project was born in North Carolina, but it is not designed to serve a specific region.
Age Group To Be Served: Ages from 3 until 18 and teachers, parents, and schools.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Luara
Contact Last Name: Nunes
Contact Title: Edie’s Assistant
Contact Phone: 27997340234
Contact Email: luaranunes34@gmail.com