Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Center For Independent Living in Cental Flroida, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
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Mailing Address: 720 N Denning Dr.
City: Winter Park
State: FL
Postal Code: 32789
Main Phone: 4076231070
Main Fax: 4076231390
Organization Website: www.cilorlando.org
Employer ID Number: 59-1828770
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/19/2026
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: Family Disability Navigator – Setting up Youth with Disabilities and their families for success in school
Project Description:

Our Family Disability Navigator program supports youth ages 3–22 and their families in accessing the services they need to succeed at home, in school, and in their communities. This program is built on individualized pathways, recognizing that each child and family has unique needs. Support may include coordinating a disability diagnosis, navigating 504 Plans or IEPs, and connecting families to essential resources such as food assistance, therapies, and community-based services.

Launched in 2022 in response to a community need we identified along with other funders and community partners, this program addresses the challenges children with disabilities face alongside their families. Navigating these systems can be overwhelming, particularly for families who are low-income, non-native English speakers, individuals with disabilities themselves, or those facing other barriers. At the same time, school-based resources are often limited, leaving families without the guidance they need.

Our team of three dedicated Navigators works one-on-one with children and their families to ensure they are supported every step of the way. We provide personalized guidance, advocacy, and coordination so that families are not navigating these complex systems alone.

Key services include information and referral for formal disability diagnosis; planning, advocacy, and navigation of IEPs and 504 Plans; connection to community resources; wellness assessments and referrals for children; parent education and support groups; case management; and skills training.

Through this work, we help families build stability, increase access to critical services, and create stronger outcomes for children with disabilities.

Total Project Budget: $300,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Orange County Government

Project Duration: 11/01/2026-10/31/2027
Geographical Area Served: Orange County, FL
Age Group To Be Served: Ages 0-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Charlotte
Contact Last Name: Leavitt
Contact Title: President and CEO
Contact Phone: 407-961-5531
Contact Email: cleavitt@cilorlando.org