Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Canine Assisted Therapy Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Canine Assisted Therapy Inc
Mailing Address: 1040 NE 45th St
City: Oakland Park
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33334
Main Phone: 9549905175
Main Fax: n/a
Organization Website: www.catdogs.org
Employer ID Number: 27-0700622
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/23/26
Requested Amount: $9,240

Project Title: Pet Therapy for Children’s Health and Wellbeing
Project Description:

This project will provide animal-assisted therapy to more than 2,000 children and youth across South Florida, focusing on pediatric patients, children with special needs, children during bereavement, youth in shelters, and individuals facing mental health challenges. Funding will support three certified therapy dog teams, each capable of serving at least 500 individuals annually.

Each therapy dog team (handler and dog) undergoes a comprehensive process that includes recruitment, evaluation, training, certification, mentoring, continuing education, insurance, and deployment. The cost to prepare and sustain one team exceeds $3,000. A grant of $9,500 will fully support three teams for one year, ensuring they are well-trained, insured, and ready to serve.

Therapy visits will include activities such as petting, brushing, walking, and simple companionship. These interactions encourage engagement, reduce anxiety, and support emotional well-being through positive, calming experiences.

These teams will serve children and youth at hospitals, shelters, schools, and treatment centers throughout the community, including pediatric hospitals, foster care programs, behavioral health centers, and bereavement organizations.

In addition to scheduled visits, teams remain available to respond to urgent situations, such as crisis or grief support. Each year, schools request services following unexpected loss, highlighting the ongoing need for rapid-response support.

By investing in trained and reliable therapy dog teams, this project strengthens our ability to meet growing demand and respond quickly when support is needed most. It ensures that more children have access to safe, consistent, and meaningful interactions that improve overall well-being and bring comfort during difficult moments.

Total Project Budget: $475,338

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed – UKG, William and Helen Thomas Trust, Fritch Foundation, The Miami Foundation Pending – Joan Leslie Nichols Foundation, Florida Panthers Fdn, Human-Animal Alliance

Project Duration: October 2026 – September 2027
Geographical Area Served: South Florida
Age Group To Be Served: Youth and children 20 years or younger

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Courtney
Contact Last Name: Trzcinski
Contact Title: Director of Grants and Donor Relations
Contact Phone: 9549905175
Contact Email: courtney@catdogs.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Canine Assisted Therapy Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Canine Assisted Therapy Inc
Mailing Address: 1040 NE 45th St
City: Oakland Park
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33334
Main Phone: 9549905175
Main Fax: n/a
Organization Website: www.catdogs.org
Employer ID Number: 27-0700622
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/23/26
Requested Amount: $9,240

Project Title: Pet Therapy for Children’s Health and Wellbeing
Project Description:

This project will provide animal-assisted therapy to more than 2,000 children and youth across South Florida, focusing on pediatric patients, children with special needs, children during bereavement, youth in shelters, and individuals facing mental health challenges. Funding will support three certified therapy dog teams, each capable of serving at least 500 individuals annually.

Each therapy dog team (handler and dog) undergoes a comprehensive process that includes recruitment, evaluation, training, certification, mentoring, continuing education, insurance, and deployment. The cost to prepare and sustain one team exceeds $3,000. A grant of $9,500 will fully support three teams for one year, ensuring they are well-trained, insured, and ready to serve.

Therapy visits will include activities such as petting, brushing, walking, and simple companionship. These interactions encourage engagement, reduce anxiety, and support emotional well-being through positive, calming experiences.

These teams will serve children and youth at hospitals, shelters, schools, and treatment centers throughout the community, including pediatric hospitals, foster care programs, behavioral health centers, and bereavement organizations.

In addition to scheduled visits, teams remain available to respond to urgent situations, such as crisis or grief support. Each year, schools request services following unexpected loss, highlighting the ongoing need for rapid-response support.

By investing in trained and reliable therapy dog teams, this project strengthens our ability to meet growing demand and respond quickly when support is needed most. It ensures that more children have access to safe, consistent, and meaningful interactions that improve overall well-being and bring comfort during difficult moments.

Total Project Budget: $475,338

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed – UKG, William and Helen Thomas Trust, Fritch Foundation, The Miami Foundation Pending – Joan Leslie Nichols Foundation, Florida Panthers Fdn, Human-Animal Alliance

Project Duration: October 2026 – September 2027
Geographical Area Served: South Florida
Age Group To Be Served: Youth and children 20 years or younger

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Courtney
Contact Last Name: Trzcinski
Contact Title: Director of Grants and Donor Relations
Contact Phone: 9549905175
Contact Email: courtney@catdogs.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Marklund Children’s Home
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Marklund
Mailing Address: 1S450 Wyatt Dr.
City: Geneva
State: IL
Postal Code: 60134
Main Phone: 630-593-5500
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.marklund.org
Employer ID Number: 36-2652532
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) Public Charity

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/23/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Marklund Day School
Project Description:

The Marklund Day School is a non-public, State Board of Education licensed therapeutic day school that serves students, ages 3-21, with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral needs whose home districts cannot provide adequate support. Marklund operates three therapeutic day schools, serving over 100 students. Our program offers specialized programs that integrate academics with therapies such as speech, occupational, physical, and behavioral health services. We cultivate an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. Our goal is to make progress possible for students with medical and behavioral challenges by fitting our environment, approach, instruction, and care to help them discover their special abilities and potential.

Many students in the counties we serve face significant challenges such as developmental disabilities, medical needs, emotional struggles, and learning difficulties. Traditional educational settings often do not have the appropriate resources or staffing to meet the unique needs of these students. School districts then will refer students with specialized needs to therapeutic day schools such as Marklund’s when they are unable to provide the necessary resources or individualized support.

To best meet these students’ needs, we have a behavioral analyst, social worker, speech therapist, recreational therapist, nurse, occupational therapist, and physical therapist all on staff. This holistic approach enhances students’ ability to develop their personal strengths and achieve greater independence. We have six to ten students per classroom and offer a 1:3 student-staff ratio to ensure students are receiving the individualized care they need. Our highly trained staff create Individualized Education Plans (IEP) to help students build communication, mobility, emotional regulation, and life skills to help them thrive in school, at home, and in their community.

Total Project Budget: $12,861,938

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Special People in Need, $4,000, funded 11/26/2025 Turano Foundation, $10,000, funded 12/17/2025 Palumbo Family Foundation, $5,000, funded 10/23/2025 Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation, $10,000 pending June 2026 Dr. Scholl Foundation, $10,000, pending June 2026

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Marklund serves children, youth, teens, and adults with profound disabilities and complex medical needs throughout Cook, DuPage, and Kane counties in Illinois.
Age Group To Be Served: The Marklund Day School provides a high-quality individualized education and vocational programming for students, ages 3-21, with mild to complex disabilities.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Rachel
Contact Last Name: Hartenbower
Contact Title: Grants Manager
Contact Phone: 630-593-5442
Contact Email: rhartenbower@marklund.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Marklund Children’s Home
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Marklund
Mailing Address: 1S450 Wyatt Dr.
City: Geneva
State: IL
Postal Code: 60134
Main Phone: 630-593-5500
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.marklund.org
Employer ID Number: 36-2652532
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) Public Charity

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/23/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Marklund Day School
Project Description:

The Marklund Day School is a non-public, State Board of Education licensed therapeutic day school that serves students, ages 3-21, with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral needs whose home districts cannot provide adequate support. Marklund operates three therapeutic day schools, serving over 100 students. Our program offers specialized programs that integrate academics with therapies such as speech, occupational, physical, and behavioral health services. We cultivate an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. Our goal is to make progress possible for students with medical and behavioral challenges by fitting our environment, approach, instruction, and care to help them discover their special abilities and potential.

Many students in the counties we serve face significant challenges such as developmental disabilities, medical needs, emotional struggles, and learning difficulties. Traditional educational settings often do not have the appropriate resources or staffing to meet the unique needs of these students. School districts then will refer students with specialized needs to therapeutic day schools such as Marklund’s when they are unable to provide the necessary resources or individualized support.

To best meet these students’ needs, we have a behavioral analyst, social worker, speech therapist, recreational therapist, nurse, occupational therapist, and physical therapist all on staff. This holistic approach enhances students’ ability to develop their personal strengths and achieve greater independence. We have six to ten students per classroom and offer a 1:3 student-staff ratio to ensure students are receiving the individualized care they need. Our highly trained staff create Individualized Education Plans (IEP) to help students build communication, mobility, emotional regulation, and life skills to help them thrive in school, at home, and in their community.

Total Project Budget: $12,861,938

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Special People in Need, $4,000, funded 11/26/2025 Turano Foundation, $10,000, funded 12/17/2025 Palumbo Family Foundation, $5,000, funded 10/23/2025 Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation, $10,000 pending June 2026 Dr. Scholl Foundation, $10,000, pending June 2026

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Marklund serves children, youth, teens, and adults with profound disabilities and complex medical needs throughout Cook, DuPage, and Kane counties in Illinois.
Age Group To Be Served: The Marklund Day School provides a high-quality individualized education and vocational programming for students, ages 3-21, with mild to complex disabilities.

Contact Information

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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Ursuline Sisters Mission
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Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 4280 Shields Rd.
City: Canfield
State: OH
Postal Code: 44406
Main Phone: 330-793-0434
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.ursulinesistersmission.org
Employer ID Number: 83-0589559
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/23/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Ursuline Sisters Mission Education Outreach Program
Project Description:

The Ursuline Sisters Mission Education Outreach Program provides educational opportunities and supportive services that help break the cycle of generational poverty. Trauma-informed trained staff respond to individual needs with sensitivity, promoting each learner’s overall physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. Programs include the USM Children’s Program, the USM Scholars Program, and English classes.
Funding will support tutoring and academic assistance, enrichment activities such as learning through play, back-to-school support, and family engagement and holiday events. Funds will also help cover general operating expenses, including Education Outreach staff salaries. Our staff members provide age-appropriate programming as individual support and in group settings to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
The USM Children’s Program serves approximately 300 children annually from diverse backgrounds, many of whom have experienced trauma related to relocation, homelessness, violence, neglect, or poverty. Our programs address those challenges by expanding access to educational and enrichment opportunities, building resilience, and supporting healthy development. Support from The Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation will directly support the individuals in the Education Outreach Program by providing funds for staff salaries and resources necessary to sustain these essential educational services to those we serve.

Total Project Budget: $175,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The Thomases Family Endowment; W&H Bender Memorial Fund; CFMV; PNC; Walmart Foundation; fundraising events, donors, community partners

Project Duration: This project will run the entire course of the year 2026-2027 and beyond.
Geographical Area Served: Northeast Ohio
Age Group To Be Served: The USM Education Outreach Program serves children and young adults from birth through age 21, providing comprehensive support that promotes stability, educational success, and future planning. Program staff work closely with parents and caregivers to strengthen stability at home while also serving as advocates for students within their schools and other supportive environments. As students enter their teen and young adult years, staff provide individualized guidance to help them explore their future goals. Participants engage in career exploration, job shadow opportunities, and research post-secondary education, including college visits and program planning. After graduating from high school and selecting a post-secondary pathway, students may transition into the Scholars Program. This program provides continued guidance and support throughout the duration of their degree, helping students persist in their education and successfully complete their chosen program which in turn leads to securing stable employment and long term self sufficiency.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Marianne
Contact Last Name: Brdek
Contact Title: Administrative/Development Assistant
Contact Phone: 330-793-0434 ext. 377
Contact Email: mbrdek@ursulinesistersmission.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Main Phone: +1-478-888-6476
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Proposal Information

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Other Funding
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Contact Information

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Contact Phone: +1-478-888-6476
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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Dream Center Peoria
Legal Name (if Different): Dream Center of Peoria, NFP
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 714 Hamilton Blvd
City: Peoria
State: IL
Postal Code: 61603
Main Phone: 309-676-3000
Main Fax: 309-431-2626
Organization Website: www.dreamcenterpeoria.org
Employer ID Number: 52-2376242
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/22/26
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Backpack Peoria
Project Description:

DCP is scheduled to host the 24th Annual Backpack Peoria on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, from 9am until noon. We will be offering 2,000+ backpacks filled with school supplies to give students confidence as they start the upcoming school year. DCP is thankful to be able to partner with Peoria Public Schools and 35-40 community agencies for this event.

Along with the backpacks and school supplies that day, there will be medical professionals available for school physicals and dental exams, Health Department staff will be administering immunizations, the DCP Mobile Hair Salon will have stylists ready to give haircuts/trims, and other resources are available.

We appreciate the opportunity to come alongside families who otherwise might be struggling to find supplies or to find the finances to pay for haircuts, physicals, etc.

There are 35+ partner organizations from the community offering a variety of resources and information as part of a large expo in our gyms. District 150 Administrative Staff are also available to assist families with registering their children for the school year, and they help grill/serve lunch for everyone who attends.

Total Project Budget: 51,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Private donations, corporate sponsorships, grants

Project Duration: one day
Geographical Area Served: Tri-County area in Central Illinois
Age Group To Be Served: K – 12th grade students & their families

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Denise
Contact Last Name: Bailey
Contact Title: Director of Development & Zoe House
Contact Phone: 309-224-8311
Contact Email: denise.bailey@dreamcenterpeoria.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Legal Name (if Different): The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus Inc.
Also Known As: The Santa Fe Symphony
Mailing Address: 301 Griffin St.
City: Santa Fe
State: NM
Postal Code: 87501-1822
Main Phone: (505)983-3530
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.santafesymphony.org
Employer ID Number: 85-0331684
Organization Tax Status: Nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/22/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: The Santa Fe Symphony’s In-School Music Mentorship Program
Project Description:

Access to quality music education is uneven across New Mexico, where many schools lack robust programs or rely on overextended teachers. As a result, students—especially those from low-income backgrounds—often miss out on the academic, social-emotional, and developmental benefits of learning music.
The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus addresses this gap through its in-school music mentoring program. In partnership with public-school educators, professional teaching artists provide individualized coaching and small-group instruction during the school day—support that can determine whether a student continues or gives up.
Currently, SFS serves 24 middle and high schools (13 Title 1) in Santa Fe and Los Alamos, reaching 450 students (more than 50% low-income) through 15 mentors. However, limited funding allows for weekly mentoring in only eight schools; the remaining 14 receive intermittent support. Demand from teachers—many managing multiple grade levels and instruments—continues to grow, underscoring the need for consistent, weekly engagement.
Funding will expand our mentors’ time in schools supporting school music programs, ensuring that more students receive sustained, high-quality instruction. This investment will:
— Increase access for students who cannot participate in after-school programs
— Support differentiated instruction, improving student outcomes
— Reduce teacher burnout and strengthen school music programs
— Provide equitable opportunities for musically talented students to advance
Despite increasing its mentoring budget by 50% (from $20,000 in 2025 to $30,000 in 2026), SFS cannot meet current demand. Foundation support will directly fund teaching artists, expanding proven, high-impact services that help students thrive and sustain music education in our schools.

Total Project Budget: $30,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: Lineberry Foundation ($10,000); Delle Foundation ($10,000)

Project Duration: 9/1/26- 5/31/27
Geographical Area Served: Santa Fe and Los Alamos, NM (Northern NM)
Age Group To Be Served: 14-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Jennifer
Contact Last Name: Ferraro
Contact Title: Grants Manager
Contact Phone: (505)983-3530
Contact Email: grants@santafesymphony.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Legal Name (if Different): T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Also Known As: T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Mailing Address: 539 W Commerce St, 4745
City: Dallas
State: TX
Postal Code: 75208
Main Phone: 6823040725
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.torchteensprogram.org
Employer ID Number: 992740511
Organization Tax Status: 501c(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 22, 2026
Requested Amount: $5000

Project Title: Every Mind is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative
Project Description:

The T.O.R.C. H. Teens Program is a non-profit organization aimed at informing and empowering middle and high school students via workshops and conferences in several areas their generation are facing. These areas include Communication Skills, Conflict Effective Decision Making, Responsible Social Media Usage and Teen Leadership and Influence Strategies. Our platform initiative is Youth Mental Health Awareness and we just created Every Mind is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative. Since the Spring of 2023 over 8,000 teens throughout the states of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Florida and Tennessee.

The Every Mind Is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative began in 2026 starting with a partnership with the City of Fort Worth’s Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with their Rising Stars Leadership Academy. We were able to assemble nearly 150 teens and adults which included parents/guardians, educators as well as youth and community leaders for an inaugural conference with sessions for teens and adults as well as engaging panel discussions with city leaders serving as special guest on both the teen and adult panel.

The goal of this youth mental health conference initiative is to partner with city municipalities , youth organizations and school districts across the country to equip conference attendees with information and resources in supporting teens to a place of sustainable mental wellness they can navigate through their youth mental health journey. Grant funding is needed for the following conference expenses: planning team stipends, marketing facilitator/presenter honorariums, registration bags and supplies, food, and decorations. Sponsorships will also be sought to assist in incurring the cost of these expenses.

Total Project Budget: $8,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed- New Focus Family & Youth Consultant $1500 Potential- Corporate Sponsorships $2,ooo

Project Duration: March-July 2027 ( One -time event)
Geographical Area Served: New Port News Virginia or Jacksonville, Florida
Age Group To Be Served: 12-17 (teens) 18-99 (adults)

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Lontage
Contact Last Name: Woods
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 6823040725
Contact Email: info@torchteensprogram.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Legal Name (if Different): T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Also Known As: T.O.R.C.H. Teens Program
Mailing Address: 539 W Commerce St, 4745
City: Dallas
State: TX
Postal Code: 75208
Main Phone: 6823040725
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.torchteensprogram.org
Employer ID Number: 992740511
Organization Tax Status: 501c(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 22, 2026
Requested Amount: $5000

Project Title: Every Mind is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative
Project Description:

The T.O.R.C. H. Teens Program is a non-profit organization aimed at informing and empowering middle and high school students via workshops and conferences in several areas their generation are facing. These areas include Communication Skills, Conflict Effective Decision Making, Responsible Social Media Usage and Teen Leadership and Influence Strategies. Our platform initiative is Youth Mental Health Awareness and we just created Every Mind is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative. Since the Spring of 2023 over 8,000 teens throughout the states of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Florida and Tennessee.

The Every Mind Is Valuable Mental Health Youth Initiative began in 2026 starting with a partnership with the City of Fort Worth’s Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with their Rising Stars Leadership Academy. We were able to assemble nearly 150 teens and adults which included parents/guardians, educators as well as youth and community leaders for an inaugural conference with sessions for teens and adults as well as engaging panel discussions with city leaders serving as special guest on both the teen and adult panel.

The goal of this youth mental health conference initiative is to partner with city municipalities , youth organizations and school districts across the country to equip conference attendees with information and resources in supporting teens to a place of sustainable mental wellness they can navigate through their youth mental health journey. Grant funding is needed for the following conference expenses: planning team stipends, marketing facilitator/presenter honorariums, registration bags and supplies, food, and decorations. Sponsorships will also be sought to assist in incurring the cost of these expenses.

Total Project Budget: $8,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed- New Focus Family & Youth Consultant $1500

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