Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Washington Urban Debate League
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: WUDL
Mailing Address: PO BOX 6319
City: Washington
State: DC
Postal Code: 20015-0319
Main Phone: 7708760493
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.urbandebatewashingtondc.org
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: 47-4987160

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/24/26
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: After School Debate- Alexandria
Project Description:

We want to make debate accessible to all students in Virginia, starting with Alexandria. Debate is moving towards elite, private schools and we want to fill the educational gaps caused by this for students in the state of Virginia. We currently serve 5 schools and want to expand on our pilot program and make sure all of these schools are actively involved in our plans moving forward.

Total Project Budget: $25,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Virginia Law Foundation, others for general operating: Burke Foundation,Harman Family Hattie Strong Foundation, Sekar Foundation ,Replogle Foundation , Webber Family Foundation, RJ Foundation, Cafritz Foundation, Kerr Foundation, Campbell Foundation, Hilda and Preston Davis Foundation, D&S Davidson Family Foundation, Donchian Foundation, Federal Bar Association

Project Duration: July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027
Geographical Area Served: Alexandria, Virginia for this project. Our entire programming geographical area includes Wards 1-8 in DC, Prince George and Montgomery Counties, Baltimore and Alexandria
Age Group To Be Served: Grades 6-12 in Alexandria, overall we serve 4th-12th grades

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Lauren
Contact Last Name: Ivey
Contact Title: Development
Contact Phone: 770-876-0493
Contact Email: lauren.ivey@wudl.org