Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Mandi Theater
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 23 Willow pkwy
City: BUFFALO GROVE
State: IL
Postal Code: 60089
Main Phone: 3123409044
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://manditheatre.com/
Employer ID Number: 812360681
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) (3) charitable organization with the tax ID number 81-2360681

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 10/22/2022
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: 7th Annual Theater Festival 2023
Project Description:

With an aim to spark the imagination and engagement in performing arts, each year mandi Theater hosts ‘Annual Theater Festival’ in collaboration with the Consulate General of India, Chicago. This is the only Multi language theater festival in the Midwest that not only promotes Indian culture and tradition through their performances but we also encourage various repertory and contemporary dance works that strive to educate and amplify the artistry of young generations. The annual theater festival is a platform that identifies, recognizes, and honors the theater groups that leverage the power of theater to bring a change.
In 2022, at our 6th Annual theater festival there were seven different participating groups, eight languages, and nine performances including three dance dramas.
This festival offers the community an opportunity for the exposure, enjoyment, and education of a series of well-known, classic, and diverse plays in various languages including Hindi and English. Our primary focus is on supporting the development, growth, and visibility of local artists and arts organizations to inspire creativity.
This festival also aims to help sustain diverse art forms and traditions and nurture the voices and talents of artists of Indian origin and showcase the culture of India through performances and workshops.
The grant of $5,000 will strengthen communities, celebrate diversity and integrate theatre, literacy, social and emotional learning.

Total Project Budget: 12,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $1,000 (IACA committed) & 2,500 potential

Project Duration: 2 days
Geographical Area Served: Suburb area of Chicago
Age Group To Be Served: 12 – all

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Miss
Contact First Name: ALKA
Contact Last Name: SHARMA
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 3123409044
Contact Email: alka.rs5@gmail.com