Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Renew Birmingham
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8037
City: Birmingham
State: Alabama
Postal Code: 35218
Main Phone: 205-201-4275
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.renewbham.org
Employer ID Number: 87-3838491
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/19/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Youth Workforce & Community Leadership Initiative
Project Description:

The Youth Workforce & Community Leadership Initiative is an ongoing workforce development program designed to prepare high school seniors for success in college, careers, and civic life while strengthening the communities in which they live. Through a combination of soft skills training, paid community service projects, career exploration, and partnerships with local employers, the program equips young people with the knowledge, confidence, and real-world experience needed to transition successfully into post-secondary education and the workforce. Grant funding will help sustain and expand this initiative, ensuring that more youth have access to opportunities that build both professional skills and community leadership.

Participants engage in hands-on neighborhood improvement projects that support local schools, parks, and shared community spaces. These projects not only create visible improvements within the community but also provide meaningful work experience that reinforces responsibility, teamwork, and civic pride. Students receive stipends for their participation, recognizing the value of their contributions while reinforcing the connection between service, work ethic, and personal development.

A central component of the program is the Workforce Development Track, which introduces students to a range of career pathways and employment opportunities. Through career exploration workshops, mentorship, and workplace immersion experiences, participants gain exposure to industries they may not otherwise encounter. The program also helps students access scholarships and financial assistance for certifications, training programs, or continued education after graduation.

By combining workforce readiness training with meaningful community service, the initiative helps young people build skills for long-term success while developing pride in their neighborhoods.

Total Project Budget: $50,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Potential sources for the project include The Caring Foundation and the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation.

Project Duration: The project would be for 10 months, spanning one school year from August 2026 to May 2027
Geographical Area Served: The Southeast (Birmingham, Alabama)
Age Group To Be Served: The group served will be high school seniors, ranging in age from 16-18 years old.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: TaShundia
Contact Last Name: McGee
Contact Title: Deputy Director
Contact Phone: 205-539-5017
Contact Email: admin@renewbham.org