Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Miles for Cystic Firbosis in Partnership with Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation
Legal Name (if Different): Miles for Cystic Fibrosis
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 2984
City: Tucker
State: GA
Postal Code: 30085
Main Phone: 770-765-6508
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.milesforcf.org
Employer ID Number: 26-4020016
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 01/23/2024
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: BreatheStrong Recreation Grants
Project Description:

Miles for Cystic Fibrosis in partnership with Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation (M4CF/CFLF) advances the physical and mental wellness of the cystic fibrosis (CF) community through education, direct support, and empowering opportunities. We are an Atlanta-based 501(c)3 organization established in 2013 that promotes healthy and active lifestyles by providing BreatheStrong Grants of up to $750 to members of the national CF community.

CF is a progressive, genetic disease impacting nearly 40,000 individuals nationally. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and CF pulmonologists promote exercise as part of the CF treatment plan.

BreatheStrong recreation grants can provide bicycles, trampolines, gym memberships, sports league fees, lessons, etc. to those with CF. Recipients range in age from 6 months to 65 with many of our applicants being under 21. Grants are paid directly to the program or retailer from which services/products are purchased. Individuals with CF are encouraged to apply annually with a focus on renewal grants to sustain and support their active lifestyle.

Exercise can positively impact quality of life by improving lung function, reducing stress, depression, and anxiety, and managing diabetes. Psychologically, exercise and activity help normalize the lives of CF patients. As the CF community shifts from failure to thrive to over a third of the population experiencing weight complications, exercise can help reduce or maintain weight as well as improve muscle, heart, and bone health.

It must be noted that surviving and thriving with CF places a tremendous financial strain on families. Even with insurance, the expenses often leave little to no discretionary income. M4CF/CFLF hopes by providing BreatheStrong Grants, we can eliminate that financial barrier and help build healthy exercise habits.

Total Project Budget: 400,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Pharmaceutical companys, private family foundations, organizational fundraising events

Project Duration: year long
Geographical Area Served: national
Age Group To Be Served: 6mos – 21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Shawna
Contact Last Name: Gray
Contact Title: Director of Development
Contact Phone: 770-366-8714
Contact Email: sgray@milesforcf.org