Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Crayon Initiative
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 540 Glasgow Circle
City: Danville
State: CA
Postal Code: 94526
Main Phone: 8558272966
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://thecrayoninitiative.org/
Employer ID Number: 80-0938971
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/18/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: The Crayon Initiative
Project Description:

The Crayon Initiative requests a $10,000 grant to fund the remanufacturing and distribution of high-quality art materials for pediatric patients. This investment directly supports our mission to promote creative therapy while practicing environmental responsibility.

Operational Allocation: The requested funds will be utilized to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of our program, specifically:

Production & Manufacturing: Covering the costs of melting and refining raw wax into our custom-designed, ergonomic triangular crayons, which are easier for hospitalized children to grip.

Logistics & Distribution: Funding the shipping of finished products to our network of over 260 partner hospitals, ensuring these resources arrive at no cost to the medical facilities.

Quantifiable Outcomes: A $10,000 contribution yields significant, measurable results for both healthcare and the environment:

Patient Reach: We will produce and deliver 6,850 crayon packs, distributing over 54,000 individual crayons to children facing the stress of hospitalization.

Environmental Stewardship: This project diverts 1,370 pounds of non-biodegradable, petroleum-based wax from landfills, repurposing waste into a therapeutic tool.

Conclusion
By funding this initiative, you provide nearly 7,000 pediatric patients with a vital outlet for expression and normalcy. This grant ensures that the logistical chain—from the collection of discarded wax to the delivery of a child’s first hospital art project—remains seamless and impactful.

Total Project Budget: $360,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Events, ongoing donors, and grants

Project Duration: Calendar Year 2026
Geographical Area Served: Nationwide
Age Group To Be Served: 2 – 21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Bryan
Contact Last Name: Ware
Contact Title: Founder
Contact Phone: 9257856044
Contact Email: bryan@thecrayoninitiative.org