Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Crayons and Beyond
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Crayons to Computers
Mailing Address: 1350 Tennessee Ave
City: Cincinnati
State: OH
Postal Code: 45229
Main Phone: 5134823290
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.crayonsandbeyond.org
Employer ID Number: 311507076
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 16 2026
Requested Amount: 5,000

Project Title: Crayons for Kids Fund
Project Description:

An investment in the Crayons for Kids Fund will allow Crayons to continue to purchase core products such as crayons, pencils, glue sticks, notebooks, pocket folders, filler paper, markers and dry erase markers. This grant will ensure that Crayons is able to maintain adequate supplies of the most-needed products to stock the store, fulfill the online orders as well as stock Hubbard’s Cupboard.

Total Project Budget: 356255

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $75,000 committed and $100,000 pending

Project Duration: One school year – August 2026 – May 15, 2027
Geographical Area Served: Crayons currently serves 16 counties in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. Counties in Ohio are Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, and Warren. Counties in Kentucky are Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, and Pendleton. Finally, Dearborn, Franklin, and Ohio counties in Indiana are part of our service area.
Age Group To Be Served: PreK – 12th grade

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Betsy
Contact Last Name: Wilson
Contact Title: Chief Development Officer
Contact Phone: 513-482-6803
Contact Email: bwilson@crayonsandbeyond.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Marine Education Initiative, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 9619 Nevada Place
City: Boca Raton
State: FL
Postal Code: 33434
Main Phone: 561-405-5576
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.marineinitiative.org
Employer ID Number: 45-3862555
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2026
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Sustainable Agriculture Education Program
Project Description:

Marine Education Initiative’s Sustainable Agriculture Education Program empowers underserved youth ages 6–18 with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to grow their own food while protecting the environment. Designed for students from under-resourced communities, the program combines science, environmental stewardship, and food security education through engaging, experiential learning.

Participants learn how to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs using sustainable farming methods including aquaponics, soil-based gardening, and hydroponics. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, students gain practical skills in seed starting, plant care, harvesting, and understanding the food system from farm to table. By teaching youth how to produce healthy food in small spaces, the program helps build lifelong habits that support nutrition, self-sufficiency, and resilience.

A central component of the curriculum focuses on fertilizer pollution and its impact on local waterways and marine ecosystems. Students explore how excess fertilizers used in conventional agriculture can run off into rivers and oceans, contributing to harmful algal blooms and water quality issues. Through demonstrations and experiments, participants learn sustainable alternatives and responsible growing practices that reduce environmental harm.

The program is delivered through field trips, school partnerships, and community workshops at Marine Education Initiative’s new site in West Boca Raton (next to Horshoe Acres) and partner sites throughout South Florida. By blending environmental science with real-world agricultural skills, the Sustainable Agriculture Education Program inspires the next generation of environmental stewards while addressing food insecurity in vulnerable communities.

Through this initiative, Marine Education Initiative equips young people with the tools and knowledge to grow their own food, make environmentally responsible choices, and become leaders in building healthier and more sustainable communities.

Total Project Budget: 300000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Hamilton Family Charitable Trust (Commited $400,000 over 3 years), Asofsky Family Foundation (Commited $10,000 over 1 year), Impact 100 PBC (Potential – $100,000 over 2 years), Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation (Potential $100,000 over 1 year)

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Palm Beach County
Age Group To Be Served: 6-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Nicholas
Contact Last Name: Metropulos
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 561-405-5576
Contact Email: nick@marineinitiative.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Marine Education Initiative, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 9619 Nevada Place
City: Boca Raton
State: FL
Postal Code: 33434
Main Phone: 561-405-5576
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.marineinitiative.org
Employer ID Number: 45-3862555
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2026
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Sustainable Agriculture Education Program
Project Description:

Marine Education Initiative’s Sustainable Agriculture Education Program empowers underserved youth ages 6–18 with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to grow their own food while protecting the environment. Designed for students from under-resourced communities, the program combines science, environmental stewardship, and food security education through engaging, experiential learning.

Participants learn how to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs using sustainable farming methods including aquaponics, soil-based gardening, and hydroponics. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, students gain practical skills in seed starting, plant care, harvesting, and understanding the food system from farm to table. By teaching youth how to produce healthy food in small spaces, the program helps build lifelong habits that support nutrition, self-sufficiency, and resilience.

A central component of the curriculum focuses on fertilizer pollution and its impact on local waterways and marine ecosystems. Students explore how excess fertilizers used in conventional agriculture can run off into rivers and oceans, contributing to harmful algal blooms and water quality issues. Through demonstrations and experiments, participants learn sustainable alternatives and responsible growing practices that reduce environmental harm.

The program is delivered through field trips, school partnerships, and community workshops at Marine Education Initiative’s new site in West Boca Raton (next to Horshoe Acres) and partner sites throughout South Florida. By blending environmental science with real-world agricultural skills, the Sustainable Agriculture Education Program inspires the next generation of environmental stewards while addressing food insecurity in vulnerable communities.

Through this initiative, Marine Education Initiative equips young people with the tools and knowledge to grow their own food, make environmentally responsible choices, and become leaders in building healthier and more sustainable communities.

Total Project Budget: 300000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Hamilton Family Charitable Trust (Commited $400,000 over 3 years), Asofsky Family Foundation (Commited $10,000 over 1 year), Impact 100 PBC (Potential – $100,000 over 2 years), Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation (Potential $100,000 over 1 year)

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Palm Beach County
Age Group To Be Served: 6-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Nicholas
Contact Last Name: Metropulos
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 561-405-5576
Contact Email: nick@marineinitiative.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater
Legal Name (if Different): Hale Foundation for the Arts and Education
Also Known As: The Ruth
Mailing Address: 401 Pleasant Grove Blvd
City: Pleasant Grove
State: UT
Postal Code: 84062
Main Phone: 801226-8600
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.theruth.org
Employer ID Number: 87-
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/15/2026
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Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Freedom Canines. Int.
Legal Name (if Different): Freedom Canines. Int.
Also Known As: Freedom Canines. Int.
Mailing Address: 19 Ridgewood
City: Wimberley
State: TX
Postal Code: 78676
Main Phone: 5124684510
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www,freedomcanines.org
Employer ID Number: 82-5071096
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) 3 non profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/15/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000.00

Project Title: Pups Empowering People
Project Description:

Total Project Budget:

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Hogg Foundation, Meadows Foundation, Laura J Niles

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Central Texas – rural underserved communites
Age Group To Be Served: 14-20

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Melody
Contact Last Name: Hilburn
Contact Title: Volunteer Grant Writer
Contact Phone: 5124708110
Contact Email: melodyandtucker2023@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: KoS Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1125 Concord Rd Se Ste B
City: Smyrna
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 30080
Main Phone: 6789448873
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.kossmyrna.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-2557325
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Building Confidence Through Knowledge: Camp Materials Initiative
Project Description:

KOS Inc. will provide hands-on learning experiences for elementary-aged children in Cobb County during school closure days throughout the year. While school breaks are often seen as downtime, they can be a challenging time for working families who still need safe, enriching environments for their children. KOS turns these closure days into opportunities for exploration, creativity, and skill building.
During these programs, students in grades K–5 participate in project-based workshops across several creative disciplines. Activities include STEAM and maker projects, fiber arts such as sewing and crafting, performing arts, and supervised introductory woodshop. Children design, build, experiment, and create using real tools and materials in a structured environment guided by experienced instructors.
Rather than passive childcare, the program focuses on active learning. Students may build simple engineering structures, learn basic sewing skills, create costumes and performances, or construct beginner woodworking projects. Each activity encourages curiosity, problem solving, and persistence while helping children build confidence in their abilities.
KOS serves children ages five to eleven and intentionally keeps programming accessible to families with diverse interests and learning styles. The workshop model allows students to explore multiple subjects and discover new passions they may not encounter during the traditional school day.
Since its founding, KOS has served over 2,500 children in the Cobb County community. Demand continues to grow as families seek meaningful ways for their children to spend school closure days.
By transforming school breaks into engaging learning experiences, KOS provides children with opportunities to create, collaborate, and gain practical skills that stay with them long after camp ends.

Total Project Budget: 10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Potential Sources: 2026 Brabson Family Foundation Proposal $6,400

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Cobb County, GA
Age Group To Be Served: Grades K–5

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Rosanna
Contact Last Name: Fleeman
Contact Title: Grant Manager
Contact Phone: 6185594166
Contact Email: rosanna.fleeman@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: KoS Inc
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1125 Concord Rd Se Ste B
City: Smyrna
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 30080
Main Phone: 6789448873
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.kossmyrna.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-2557325
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Building Confidence Through Knowledge: Camp Materials Initiative
Project Description:

KOS Inc. will provide hands-on learning experiences for elementary-aged children in Cobb County during school closure days throughout the year. While school breaks are often seen as downtime, they can be a challenging time for working families who still need safe, enriching environments for their children. KOS turns these closure days into opportunities for exploration, creativity, and skill building.
During these programs, students in grades K–5 participate in project-based workshops across several creative disciplines. Activities include STEAM and maker projects, fiber arts such as sewing and crafting, performing arts, and supervised introductory woodshop. Children design, build, experiment, and create using real tools and materials in a structured environment guided by experienced instructors.
Rather than passive childcare, the program focuses on active learning. Students may build simple engineering structures, learn basic sewing skills, create costumes and performances, or construct beginner woodworking projects. Each activity encourages curiosity, problem solving, and persistence while helping children build confidence in their abilities.
KOS serves children ages five to eleven and intentionally keeps programming accessible to families with diverse interests and learning styles. The workshop model allows students to explore multiple subjects and discover new passions they may not encounter during the traditional school day.
Since its founding, KOS has served over 2,500 children in the Cobb County community. Demand continues to grow as families seek meaningful ways for their children to spend school closure days.
By transforming school breaks into engaging learning experiences, KOS provides children with opportunities to create, collaborate, and gain practical skills that stay with them long after camp ends.

Total Project Budget: 10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Potential Sources: 2026 Brabson Family Foundation Proposal $6,400

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Cobb County, GA
Age Group To Be Served: Grades K–5

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Rosanna
Contact Last Name: Fleeman
Contact Title: Grant Manager
Contact Phone: 6185594166
Contact Email: rosanna.fleeman@gmail.com

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Little Lights Urban Ministries
Legal Name (if Different): Little Lights Urban Ministries
Also Known As: LLUM
Mailing Address: 760 7th Street, SE
City: Washington
State: D.C.
Postal Code: 20003
Main Phone: 202 548 4021
Main Fax: 202 544 7508
Organization Website: http://www.littlelights.org
Employer ID Number: 52-2125232
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2026
Requested Amount: 7,000

Project Title: Little Lights Youth Academic Programs
Project Description:

Founded in 1995, Little Lights Urban Ministries has been steadfastly committed to empowering underserved youth, families, and communities in Washington, DC. Our mission is to empower underserved youth, families, and communities in Washington DC by sharing the hope of Christ through compassionate action, caring relationships, and racial reconciliation.

Little Lights Urban Ministries’ Youth Academic Programming provides direct educational support to children from low-income public housing communities in Southeast Washington, DC, addressing persistent opportunity gaps during the most critical years of learning. Through core programs including Homework Club, Reading and Math Heroes, and Saturday Drop-In Programs, Little Lights offers consistent, high-quality academic enrichment for students in Pre-K through middle school.

The program is designed to strengthen foundational literacy and math skills, improve homework completion and classroom performance, and increase student engagement in learning. Students receive individualized instruction through small-group and one-on-one tutoring, supported by trained staff and volunteers in a structured, nurturing environment. Programming occurs multiple days per week and is supplemented by nutritious meals and age-appropriate social-emotional learning supports that help students build confidence, focus, and positive learning behaviors.

Grounded in faith-informed values of service, compassion, and respect for each child, Little Lights emphasizes long-term relationships and stability—key factors in improving educational outcomes for children facing economic hardship. Services are provided at no cost and are embedded directly within the communities served, ensuring accessibility and sustained participation.

Total Project Budget: 1,200,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Little Lights partners with DC Housing Authority, Capital Area Food Bank, DC Central Kitchen & First Rock Baptist Church to provide space, meals and program support. Additional community, corporate, church, and foundation partners help us deliver holistic academic, social, and economic programs for families in Southeast DC public housing communities.

Project Duration: Programs run year-round and align with the D.C. Public School calendar, ensuring consistent academic, emotional, and spiritual support throughout the year.
Geographical Area Served: We are dedicated to serving at-risk students and families residing in public housing communities in Southeast Washington, D.C. Our programs are centered in Potomac Gardens and Hopkins (Ward 6) and Benning Terrace (Ward 7).
Age Group To Be Served: 4 – 21 yrs old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Steven
Contact Last Name: Park
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 202 841 2153
Contact Email: steve@littlelights.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Little Lights Urban Ministries
Legal Name (if Different): Little Lights Urban Ministries
Also Known As: LLUM
Mailing Address: 760 7th Street, SE
City: Washington
State: D.C.
Postal Code: 20003
Main Phone: 202 548 4021
Main Fax: 202 544 7508
Organization Website: http://www.littlelights.org
Employer ID Number: 52-2125232
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2026
Requested Amount: 7,000

Project Title: Little Lights Youth Academic Programs
Project Description:

Founded in 1995, Little Lights Urban Ministries has been steadfastly committed to empowering underserved youth, families, and communities in Washington, DC. Our mission is to empower underserved youth, families, and communities in Washington DC by sharing the hope of Christ through compassionate action, caring relationships, and racial reconciliation.

Little Lights Urban Ministries’ Youth Academic Programming provides direct educational support to children from low-income public housing communities in Southeast Washington, DC, addressing persistent opportunity gaps during the most critical years of learning. Through core programs including Homework Club, Reading and Math Heroes, and Saturday Drop-In Programs, Little Lights offers consistent, high-quality academic enrichment for students in Pre-K through middle school.

The program is designed to strengthen foundational literacy and math skills, improve homework completion and classroom performance, and increase student engagement in learning. Students receive individualized instruction through small-group and one-on-one tutoring, supported by trained staff and volunteers in a structured, nurturing environment. Programming occurs multiple days per week and is supplemented by nutritious meals and age-appropriate social-emotional learning supports that help students build confidence, focus, and positive learning behaviors.

Grounded in faith-informed values of service, compassion, and respect for each child, Little Lights emphasizes long-term relationships and stability—key factors in improving educational outcomes for children facing economic hardship. Services are provided at no cost and are embedded directly within the communities served, ensuring accessibility and sustained participation.

Total Project Budget: 1,200,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Little Lights partners with DC Housing Authority, Capital Area Food Bank, DC Central Kitchen & First Rock Baptist Church to provide space, meals,

Project Duration: Programs run year-round and align with the D.C. Public School calendar, ensuring consistent academic, emotional, and spiritual support throughout the year.
Geographical Area Served: We are dedicated to serving at-risk students and families residing in public housing communities in Southeast Washington, D.C. Our programs are centered in Potomac Gardens and Hopkins (Ward 6) and Benning Terrace (Ward 7).
Age Group To Be Served: 4 – 21 yrs old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Steven
Contact Last Name: Park
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 202 841 2153
Contact Email: steve@littlelights.org

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Asociación Suzuki de Violín de Puerto Rico
Legal Name (if Different): Asociación Suzuki de Puerto Rico
Also Known As: ASVPR
Mailing Address: Villa Nevares 1026 18 street
City: San Juan
State: PR
Postal Code: 00927
Main Phone: 7873062694
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://sites.google.com/view/suzukiviolinpr/english?authuser=0
Employer ID Number: 660582276
Organization Tax Status: Nonprofit 501-C3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March, 15 2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Music for Love (Música por Amor)
Project Description:

Music for Love (Música por Amor) is a community music education initiative of the Asociación Suzuki de Violín de Puerto Rico that expands access to high-quality arts education for children in underserved communities. Inspired by the Suzuki philosophy—that every child can develop ability in a nurturing environment—the program provides structured group instrumental instruction, ensemble experiences, and family-centered learning opportunities that strengthen both musical skills and personal development.

The program partners with public schools and community organizations to serve students who often have limited access to arts education. Through weekly group classes, students develop fundamental musical abilities while also building discipline, confidence, creativity, and teamwork. The program includes performances, community concerts, and collaborative musical activities that help students experience the joy of artistic expression while fostering cultural pride and community connection.

Music for Love also integrates principles from music therapy and wellbeing practices. Music is used as a tool to support emotional regulation, resilience, and positive social interaction, helping students manage stress and strengthen focus and motivation. Family participation is a core element of the program, encouraging parents and caregivers to become active partners in their children’s learning process.

By bringing high-quality music education directly into schools and community settings, Music for Love helps address inequities in arts access while nurturing the next generation of young musicians, creative thinkers, and community leaders. Through this initiative, the Asociación Suzuki de Violín de Puerto Rico continues its mission of using music not only as an artistic discipline, but also as a powerful tool for education, wellbeing, and social transformation in Puerto Rico.

Total Project Budget: 130000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Legislative donations; private foundations (Fundación Ángel Ramos, Fundación Flamboyán, Fundación Antilles, Fundación Lindor); family donations and tuition; corporate and individual contributions (Act 60 donors); government and philanthropic grants

Project Duration: 10 months
Geographical Area Served: Puerto Rico
Age Group To Be Served: 3-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Marta
Contact Last Name: Hernandez
Contact Title: Director
Contact Phone: 7873062694
Contact Email: marta@aspr.org