Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: More Than An Athlete
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 13024 S Manhattan Place
City: Gardena
State: CA
Postal Code: 90249
Main Phone: (310) 920-5834
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.morethananathlete.org
Employer ID Number: 27-4404230
Organization Tax Status: 501 (3) c

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 2-18-2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: STEM Waste 365 Program
Project Description:

MTAA has proposed to partner with Compton Unified School District, to host an annual science fair that allows students from all educational backgrounds to participate in a well-organized STEM event. At-risk youth students participate in yearly science fair, which incorporates all aspects of STEM. MTAA’s initiative branches off of the science fair and creates a recycling program fully managed and operated by the student body. Participants of the program demonstrates the knowledge and ability to implement 21st century skills that integrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics necessary to launch the recycling program. MTAA’s Waste 365 STEM program will be piloted in the high-crime suburb section of Compton in Los Angeles County. Upon launching the pilot program, the goal is to then expand into other Los Angeles County elementary schools, which spans over 4,700 miles. Currently at-risk youth in Compton have little to no control over their environment, which is why it is essential for youth to understand the importance of education, specifically in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The MTAA program increases their exposure to STEM skills and their chances of graduating, obtaining a skill-based job and escaping the poverty cycle.

Total Project Budget: $10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The City of Compton and Compton United School District are both potential partners

Project Duration: Six to 12 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Compton is a city in southern Los Angeles County, California, situated southeast of downtown Los Angeles. It’s known for its rich cultural history and significant influence on hip hop music and urban culture
Age Group To Be Served: 7-12 youth

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Turmel
Contact Last Name: Woods
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: (310) 920-5834
Contact Email: mtaafoundation@gmail.com