Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Steps Foundation, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Steps Foundation
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 700625
City: Saint Cloud
State: Florida
Postal Code: 34770
Main Phone: 407-279-0713
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.stepsfoundation.org
Employer ID Number: 84-4017417
Organization Tax Status: Active 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/20/2024
Requested Amount: 8,000

Project Title: Survival Program
Project Description:

Studies have shown that the main reason youth delinquency exists is due to a lack of after-school activities/programs, mentors, and role models. Data recorded shows how imperative it is to mentor the youth and guide them on how to build a sense of citizenship and respect for the communities in which they reside. We desire to be the change agent that helps in reducing risky behaviors in youth, such as youth violence, dropouts, and drug/alcohol use. We strive to guide, equip, and empower our youth by ways of development, leadership, and engagement. This program allows students to gain valuable life skills which in turn, helps them make better informed decisions post-graduation.

Our Survival Program is a collective of modules that bond our milestones. These include; career development, health and wellness, financial literacy, home living and survival readiness. Within our Career Development class, one will build a resume to lead them into a career and preparation for job interviews. They will have an understanding of common softwares along with tools to help their future career advancement. The Health and Wellness class will allow our youth to acquire knowledge on how to take care of their mind, body, and soul with guidance on the importance of regular checkups and understanding their body. Our Financial Literacy class covers money management techniques, preparations for future savings, taxes, credit importance, insurance, and retirement funds. In our Home Living class, our youth will learn what goes into home upkeep inside and outside of their living space and understand basic renter rights and home ownership. Our Survival Readiness allows our youth to learn how to prepare themselves for what comes after high school graduation. We cover instances for those planning on the college route and for those planning on jumping into the workforce.

Total Project Budget: 14,750

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Central Florida Foundation – $5,000 – confirmed

Project Duration: Reoccurring each school year
Geographical Area Served: Steps Foundation, Inc. proudly serves the following counties in the state of Florida; Osceola, Orange, Seminole, Polk, and Lake County.
Age Group To Be Served: 12-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Kayla
Contact Last Name: Newborg
Contact Title: Treasurer
Contact Phone: 407-279-0713
Contact Email: knewborg@stepsfoundation.org