Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center
Legal Name (if Different): The District of Columbia Children’s Advocacy Center
Also Known As: Safe Shores
Mailing Address: 429 O Street NW
City: Washington
State: DC
Postal Code: 20001
Main Phone: 2026453200
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.safeshores.org
Employer ID Number: 52-1888617
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2/13/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Emergency Victims Crisis Fund (EVCF)
Project Description:

The Emergency Victim Crisis Fund (EVCF) helps clients cover the costs of basic, urgent needs such as household furnishings, new beds, medical care or equipment, and other items that going without would further harm the client or cause additional stress and pain for the family. After a child is exposed to abuse or other violence, families need the stability of a safe home with electricity and running water, beds to sleep in, healthy food, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing their medical needs and those of their family members will be met. They also need productive outlets for their emotions. While our Clinical Services team works with clients, their siblings, and non-offending caregivers to address their trauma through therapy, the EVCF supports families in meeting their basic needs so that the client and caregivers can focus on healing and rebuilding safety after trauma.

Total Project Budget: FY25 budget will be finalized by September 2024; FY24 budget is $48,500

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): This is our first proposal for FY25, so we do not have any other sources committed to this project as of now.

Project Duration: FY2025 (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025)
Geographical Area Served: District of Columbia and Neighboring MD and VA areas
Age Group To Be Served: 17 and under

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Michelle
Contact Last Name: Tannahill
Contact Title: Development Associate
Contact Phone: 2026453244
Contact Email: grants@safeshores.org