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