Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Latinas On the Verge of Excellence – LOVE, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different): N/A
Also Known As: L.O.V.E. Mentoring
Mailing Address: 1460 Broadway
City: New York
State: New York
Postal Code: 10036
Main Phone: 9174464904
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: http://www.lovementoring.org/
Employer ID Number: 46-3732667
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 21, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program
Project Description:

The L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program serves as a preventative and motivational program that emboldens young women to believe in themselves and in their self-worth, and in the ability to achieve their ambitious goals. The L.O.V.E. school-based model is delivered during the academic year in Health Studies or aligned classes in partner public schools in NYC. L.O.V.E. is implemented as a class for girls only with specific instruction that covers social and emotional content, and addresses health education standards. From September to June, mentors and mentees participate in weekly, hour-long sessions, guided by a curriculum that consists of four core components: mental health, reproductive health, college access, and career readiness. L.O.V.E. Program Associates teach the mentoring sessions. L.O.V.E. mentors are female university students who provide group mentoring to program participants during classes. A teacher from each partner school is also present in the classroom.

The L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program provides a space for young women to learn how to strive personally and academically through positive reinforcement, consistency, and understanding. The L.O.V.E. mental health and wellness curriculum covers topics such as self-love, self-awareness, exercise, and meditation. The reproductive health curriculum addresses themes like healthy relationships, friendships, and safe sex. The college and career readiness sections of the curriculum focus on college application, financial aid, and scholarships along with opportunities to attend career panels, corporate site visits, and college tours. In addition, because many of the young women we serve are new immigrants, L.O.V.E. offers English Language Learning support for students to enhance their vocabulary, reading, and comprehension levels.

Total Project Budget: $27,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): L.O.V.E.’s main sources of income include private foundations, corporations, government, and fee for service.

Project Duration: September 1 – June 1
Geographical Area Served: Low-income communities in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx
Age Group To Be Served: 11 to 17 years

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Claudia
Contact Last Name: Espinosa
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 9174464904
Contact Email: claudia@lovementoring.org