Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Lincoln Families
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Lincoln
Mailing Address: 1266 14th Street
City: Oakland
State: California
Postal Code: 94607-2211
Main Phone: 5103184407
Main Fax:
Organization Website: Lincolnfamilies.org
Employer ID Number: 94-1156501
Organization Tax Status: Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/27/2023
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Oakland Freedom Schools
Project Description:

Lincoln’s Oakland Freedom Schools (OFS) is a six-week summer academic, literacy, and cultural enrichment program. Each summer, OFS serves 120 students, grades K-8, at two OUSD schools- one in East Oakland and the other in West Oakland. OFS prevents summer learning loss, enables summer learning gains, deepens leadership skills, improves self-concept, and strengthens community connections, while addressing the opportunity gap. Parent support is provided via parent meetings and ongoing ‘Chat and Chews’. OFS’ high-energy, hands-on strategies provide a stimulating, strengths-based approach to learning.

Lincoln’s OFS program is unique and innovative in that it focuses specifically on African-American scholars and families. Afrocentric activities support children in developing cultural pride as well knowledge about their ancestry. OFS staff have deep roots in the Oakland community, and hold trusting relationships with students and parents that support consistency and retention in the program. Parent support is provided via parent meetings and Chat and Chews that take place throughout the program. OFS approaches children holistically, strengthening the family unit in order to support the success of each child.

OFS has served East and West Oakland youth since 2012, with powerful results. More than half of each summer’s participants are returning, with the program often having a lengthy waiting list. On average, OFS scholars experience a one year increase in literacy skills in just 6 weeks.

Total Project Budget: 250,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The Clorox Company, Kenneth Rainin Foundation, The Barrios Trust, Oakland Literacy Coalition

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: East and West Oakland
Age Group To Be Served: 5-14

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Wessede
Contact Last Name: Barrett
Contact Title: Development Associate
Contact Phone: 5103184407
Contact Email: wessedebarrett@lincolnfamilies.org