Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Math Circles of Chicago
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: MC2
Mailing Address: 2907 S. Wabash, Ste. 100B
City: Chicago
State: IL
Postal Code: 60616
Main Phone: 872-216-1718
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.mathcirclesofchicago.org
Employer ID Number: 45-2071512
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c) 3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 02/28/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Math Enrichment
Project Description:

Math Circles of Chicago (MC2) is unusual in its approach to helping children develop a passion for mathematics. MC2 provides free, unique math enrichment programs outside regular school hours and across Chicago for 3rd – 12th graders of diverse backgrounds to help them excel in math in college and beyond. Our participants are demographically diverse: 51% are girls, and 74% are Black or brown. Since its founding, we have served over 9,500 students. Math Circles of Chicago is the largest math circle in the US (and likely the world). Currently, we are serving over 2,200 students throughout Chicago.

Total Project Budget: $539,612

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Polynera $200,000,Boeing $55,000, Lohengrin Foundation $40,000, Polk Bros. Foundation $15,000, Brinson Foundation $30,000, Avnet $10,000, Helen Brach Foundation $10,000,Richard Barry Charitable Foundation $25,000 and Helaine Edgar Opportunity Foundation $25,000.

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: City of Chicago
Age Group To Be Served: 8-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Jill
Contact Last Name: Heller
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: 773-316-0066
Contact Email: jill@mathcirclesofchicago.org