Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Chicago Children Equestrian Center Inc. NFP
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 2900 E Water Tower Drive
City: Crete
State: Illinois
Postal Code: 60417
Main Phone: (708) 739-4538
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.chicagochildrenequestrian.com/
Employer ID Number: 87-3307786
Organization Tax Status: 501 (C) (3) Tax Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/5/2024
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: A Community Building Program: Offering Hope and Opportunities for At-Risk Youths and Young Adults Through the Equine Experience In Chicago
Project Description:

The Chicago Children Equestrian Center, a nonprofit organization that focuses on serving Chicago, Illinois, and Cook County. We are dedicated to providing stability, love, and support to disadvantaged youths, including those from low-income, neglected, delinquent, and maladjusted backgrounds, as well as foster care children. The center offers a safe and enriching space for at-risk participants, utilizing horses as a means to teach critical life traits such as perseverance, empathy, responsible risk-taking, confidence, and self-control.

Our organization’s programs serve as a lifeline, helping youths escape challenging circumstances and providing them with hope and opportunity for the future. The center believes in the transformative power of horses, recognizing the valuable lessons and values gained through horsemanship, horse husbandry, and riding skills. Importantly, the programs eliminate financial barriers by offering these experiences without the cost of leasing or owning a horse.

The Chicago Children Equestrian Center is committed to fostering positive change not only in the circumstances but also in the life journey of the participants. The organization prioritizes creating a sense of safety, stability, and a strong support network to empower youths and young adults. By ensuring access to these activities regardless of family income, geographic location, or racial/ethnic identity, the center aims to level the playing field, allowing every child to acquire essential life skills.

Ultimately, our goal is to initiate positive structural changes in the lives of at-risk youths, promoting civic responsibility and contributing to a brighter future for the community. Through its inclusive and transformative initiatives, the Chicago Children Equestrian Center strives to make a lasting impact on the lives of those it serves.

Total Project Budget: 180,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Walmart, and Private Donations

Project Duration: 6/1/20245
Geographical Area Served: Northside and Southside Chicago, Cook County, IL.
Age Group To Be Served: 6-17

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Monica
Contact Last Name: Rose
Contact Title: Funding Development Specialist
Contact Phone: (203)675-3355
Contact Email: ccecdevelopment@yahoo.com