Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Saving Our Youth VA
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Saving Our Youth VA
Mailing Address: 3001 Meadowbridge Road
City: Richmond
State: VA
Postal Code: 23222
Main Phone: 8049376836
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.savingouryouthva.org
Employer ID Number: 27-1487537
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/20/2026
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: Futures Without Violence
Project Description:

Saving Our Youth VA was founded in 2009 on the joy of watching youth succeed and underSaving Our Youth VA was founded in 2009 out of a deep joy in watching young people thrive and a recognition that everyone faces challenges that can hinder their progress. The mission of our afterschool program for grades 6-12 is to empower youth to be productive members of our community by showcasing the importance of education, positive relationships, career readiness and community service.

Unfortunately, in 2024 we lost one of our youth to violence when he was killed by someone he considered a friend. In the aftermath, we provided grieving services for all of our young people and offered counseling support for the adults as well. This tragedy underscored the urgent need for a program that equips youth with the skills to navigate conflict safely and constructively.

The initiative is to give them the necessary tools to stay alive so that they live to succeed and achieve their full potential. It’s designed to help youth stay out of trouble and build pathways toward a future free from violence, especially in their communities where violence is far too common.

We serve youth in the northside of Richmond, VA, a vulnerable population, people in need of special care, support, and protection because of the circumstances of the community. So they have a significantly higher chance of lagging behind on literacy, attendance, and graduation, and a significantly higher chance that they will spend time in jail/prison or be killed.

This program equips them with the tools, support, and guidance they need to make safer choices and to imagine possibilities beyond the cycles of harm around them.

Total Project Budget: 15,400

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $2,000 St. Giles Presbyterian, $1,500 Westermanns, $6,000 allocated from our regular programs budget.

Project Duration: 12 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Richmond VA
Age Group To Be Served: 13-19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Jo
Contact Last Name: White
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 8049376836
Contact Email: joeloisewhite@gmail.com