Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Children’s Bureau New Orleans
Legal Name (if Different): Children’s Bureau New Orleans
Also Known As: Children’s Bureau New Orleans
Mailing Address: 1820 Saint Charles Avenue, Ste. 203
City: New Orleans
State: LA
Postal Code: 70130
Main Phone: 5045252366
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://childrensbureaunola.org/
Employer ID Number: 72-0408916
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/25/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Clinicians in Schools
Project Description:

CBNO seeks $10,000 in program support from the Hermanowski Family Foundation to support our "Clinicians in Schools” Project, which delivers evidence-based, trauma-focused mental health counseling to students ages 5-18 across 16 New Orleans public schools. In New Orleans, children face trauma at rates far exceeding national averages, with 40% having been exposed to violent crime. In 2025, among the approximately 300 children served in our school-based program:
25% witnessed domestic violence;
19% lost a loved one to homicide;
17% survived sexual abuse; and
16% experienced physical abuse

Research shows that untreated trauma increases the risk of violence, academic failure, and unemployment – but also that children can recover when they receive timely, evidence-based care. Yet, 62% of New Orleans public schools report lacking adequate mental health resources. CBNO embeds licensed clinicians directly into schools to provide trauma-informed mental health counseling to students, eliminating barriers like cost, transportation, and stigma. All services are provided at no cost. Because more than 50% of mental health conditions emerge before age 14, early intervention is essential. Our project has two goals: 1) increase access and engagement in evidence-based treatments; and 2) reduce trauma symptoms and increase wellness for those who are served by providing culturally responsive and evidence-based treatments.

Funding will cover 10% of the costs of providing one clinician embedded within our portfolio of 16 New Orleans public schools, including required supervision.

CBNO has a proven record of success and has operated continuously for over 130 years. Typically, at least 75% of youth completing our mental health services experience a reduction in post-traumatic stress symptoms as measured through nationally validated pre and post treatment assessment instruments. Our "Clinicians in Schools” program serves approximately 400 children and their family members annually.

Total Project Budget: 100,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Baptist Community Ministries, Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Greater New Orleans
Age Group To Be Served: 5 t0 18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Chloe
Contact Last Name: Dinman
Contact Title: Development Manager
Contact Phone: 3013779557
Contact Email: cdinman@childrensbureaunola.org