Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: WitKids, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different): WitKids, Inc.
Also Known As: WIT – Whatever It Takes / WIT Kids
Mailing Address: 1202 Cedar Lane, B
City: Nashville
State: TN
Postal Code: 37212
Main Phone: 619-379-2640
Main Fax: n/a
Organization Website: https://www.doingwit.org
Employer ID Number: 27-1276677
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) public charity

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 13, 2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: WIT Youth Leadership Lab: One‑Year Entrepreneurship & Life Skills Cohort
Project Description:

WitKids, Inc. (WIT) equips teens to become confident leaders and social entrepreneurs by providing structured, real-world experiences that strengthen academic skills, emotional intelligence, and career readiness.
The WIT Youth Leadership Lab is a one-year cohort program serving approximately 15–20 youth ages 13–18. Through weekly sessions (virtual and in-person where feasible), youth identify real challenges in their schools or communities and design practical solutions. Participants develop leadership, communication, financial literacy, and project management skills while launching small social impact ventures or initiatives.
WIT intentionally operates at the intersection of education, health, and welfare. Youth strengthen academic and workforce competencies while also building protective mental health factors such as resilience, confidence, belonging, and purpose. Participants receive mentorship from trained WIT coaches and guest leaders from business and community organizations. The program culminates in a public showcase where youth present their projects to peers, families, and community members.
Hermanowski Foundation support will fund scholarships for youth with financial barriers, coach stipends, curriculum materials, program platform tools, and evaluation costs. Funds will be fully expended during the grant year. WIT will provide a final report detailing participation numbers, skill development outcomes, and youth impact stories.
Through this investment, the foundation will help young people gain practical skills, caring adult mentorship, and the confidence to translate ideas into meaningful action, strengthening their ability to thrive in school, work, and life.

Total Project Budget: 15000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed: individual donors, small foundation, corporate partner Potential: Rooted and Rising Youth Leaders grant, local corporate sponsors, individual donors

Project Duration: August 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026
Geographical Area Served: United States
Age Group To Be Served: Youth ages 13–18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Sarah
Contact Last Name: Hernholm
Contact Title: Founder & President
Contact Phone: 619-379-2640
Contact Email: sarah@doingwit.org