Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: SHOWAbility, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
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Mailing Address: 964 RALPH D ABERNATHY BLVD
City: ATLANTA
State: Georgia
Postal Code: 30310
Main Phone: 6784376897
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.showability.org
Employer ID Number: 26-1333711
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) (3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/07/2024
Requested Amount: 5,000

Project Title: Spotlight Academy: Performing Arts for Middle Schoolers with Disabilities
Project Description:

In the heart of Atlanta, something extraordinary is taking shape – and it’s unprecedented! SHOWAbility is illuminating a transformative 5-year pilot program with progressive phases that offer not just music and acting experiences, but a profound journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and dreams realized for 6th-8th graders. “SPOTLIGHT: Music and Acting Enrichment Academy for Middle School Students with Disabilities” challenges stereotypes, transcends limits, and shines a light on the immense potential within every young artist using a curriculum that’s as diverse as the students’ talents.

Led by professional artists; developed by academic professionals; supported by inclusivity coaches, assistive technology, and individualized accommodations; grounded in and utilizing ongoing sound research practices, and teaching advocacy training, SHOWAbility is creating an afterschool/weekend hybrid Saturday school program model of inclusivity in the performing arts that will expand beyond Atlanta into other parts of the state, region, and beyond. Each year, our target group students will expand to include more diverse complexities as we grow our capacity to satisfy more uniquenesses.

Our goal: change the trajectory of disabled students’ lives by empowering them to confidently face down the social inequities in their pathway toward artistic performance. Imagine a world where differences aren’t barriers, but sources of strength. Just imagine.

Total Project Budget: 219,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Secured: Genesis Inspiration Foundation, Luluma Foundation, Fulton County, ending Fpundations: Coca-Cola, New York Life After School Program, Fulton county Arts and Culture, Creg, Dan Paul, Dunn, Taylor, Dormity

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Atlanta metro area
Age Group To Be Served: Middle Schoolers 6th-8th grades (ages 11-14) with disabilities

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Myrna
Contact Last Name: Clayton
Contact Title: Founder and Executive Director
Contact Phone: 6784376897
Contact Email: showability1@gmail.com