Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Vineyard Food Resource Center
Legal Name (if Different): Vineyard Community Church
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1928 E. 300th Street
City: Wickliffe
State: Ohio
Postal Code: 44092
Main Phone: 440-944-4402
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.clevelandvineyard.com/food-pantry-resource-center/
Employer ID Number: 341422707
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/16/2024
Requested Amount: 8000

Project Title: Silver Platter: Nourishing Neighbors, Growing Communities
Project Description:

Vineyard Food Resource Center addresses a critical need for nutritious food access and alleviates food insecurity among low-income residents in the Greater Cleveland area. Our mission is to combat food insecurity and enhance the holistic well-being of underserved members within our community. Our goal for the next 12 months is to serve 400,000 nutritious meals and support 19,000 families in the Greater Cleveland area through Vineyard Food Resource Center’s comprehensive programs. The Vineyard Food Resource Center offers a comprehensive range of programs, including a weekly food pantry, monthly produce giveaways, a senior food box initiative, and collaborations with local Lions clubs to recycle plastics for eco-friendly park benches for free. This ambitious target reflects our commitment to addressing food insecurity and providing vital assistance to those in need within our community.

Total Project Budget: 125,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Cavaliers Foundation; Lake Geauga Fund; Bob’s Furniture; Thatcher Family Fund; Murphy Family Foundation; Walmart; Greater Cleveland Food Bank;

Project Duration: 12 Months
Geographical Area Served: Greater Cleveland Area
Age Group To Be Served: As a food resource center, 30% of our clients range from ages 0-17.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Melinda
Contact Last Name: Mattia-Benes
Contact Title: Coordinator
Contact Phone: 440-975-6723
Contact Email: grants@vccoutreach.org