Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Modus
Legal Name (if Different): Modus, Inc.
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1870 S. Boulder Ave.
City: Tulsa
State: OK
Postal Code: 74119
Main Phone: (918) 280-9563
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.modustulsa.org/
Employer ID Number: 83-2356858
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 21, 2023
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Modus Drive: removing transportation barriers for young adults and families with children
Project Description:

Modus removes barriers through innovative transportation solutions, education, and advocacy. Transportation is often cited as the number one barrier for individuals trying to access medical appointments and social services. In Tulsa, roughly 20% of the population (upward of 80,000 people) cannot access the health services they need due to inadequate transportation options in the area. Lack of transportation is a critical need because, ultimately, this problem leads to decreased physical and mental health, poorer education, and lower employment rates than those with reliable transportation. By improving transportation equity in our community, we are improving health equity and family stability.

Modus is directly working to improve the health and wellness of children. For youth under the age of 18, Modus is the only curb-to-curb transportation option available to them because other national rideshare programs, like Uber and Lyft, are not available for individuals under 18. Modus allows anyone over the age of 13 to ride with Modus without an adult present. We also have car seats available upon request, making Modus the best option for families with small children. Last year, Modus has provided nearly 5,000 rides to 358 children, teens, and young adults (see breakdown below).

Clients served between 0-5 years (24%)
Clients served between 6-13 years (8%)
Clients served between 14-18 years (38%)
Client Served between 19-24 (30%)
77% of all rides were for educational, healthcare, and social services purposes.

Every year since Modus began, we have experienced tremendous program growth, especially with our flagship program Modus Drive. Last year alone, the program provided 72% more rides compared to the year before. Our staff consists of only four full-time employees, eight part-time drivers, and 25 volunteers. With only three vehicles in the fleet, drivers often use their own cars to provide rides.

Total Project Budget: $522,548.85

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed Funding: Ralph and Frances McGill Foundation $10,000 Stuart Family Foundation $10,000 Carl C. Anderson Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation $15,000 Ruth Nelson Family Foundation $15,000 QuikTrip Corporation $20,000 Sarkeys Foundation $25,000 Whitmire Family Fund $25,000 Flint Family Foundation $30,000 Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies $40,000 Tulsa Community Foundation $50,000 George Kaiser Family Foundation $70,000 Potential Funding: Chapman Trusts $20,000 Anne & Henry Zarrow Foundation $25,000 Bank of America $20,000

Project Duration: Ongoing
Geographical Area Served: Tulsa, OK
Age Group To Be Served: Families with children and young adults

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Leslie
Contact Last Name: Neal-Emery
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 9182809563
Contact Email: lneal@modustulsa.org