Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: African American Empowerment Coalition
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 6829 Crenshaw Boulevard
City: Los Angeles
State: California
Postal Code: 90043
Main Phone: 3235295897
Main Fax:
Organization Website:
Employer ID Number: 87-2221111
Organization Tax Status: Tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 6, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Hour of Opportunity (Youth Economic Mentoring Program)
Project Description:

To support black communities as they deal with the effects of generational poverty, AAEC will continue to implement Hour of Opportunity, a Youth Economic Mentoring Program for underserved, hard-to-reach, and hardly reached black kids ages 12-18. Our goal is to complete the objectives in 9 months. We will provide Financial Literacy Workshops, Career Exposure Workshops, Meet and Greet Sessions, and Field Trip Adventures. The goal is to empower the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs. We envision a future where every young person has the opportunity to explore diverse career paths, connect with industry professionals, embark on inspiring field trip adventures, and gain essential financial literacy skills.

Total Project Budget: $60,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Pacific Premier Bank – $20,000 (received); First Citizens Bank – $10,000 (received); Grant Application Pending: Umpqua Bank, US Bank, Torrey Pines Bank, Banner Bank, Banc of California

Project Duration: 9 months
Geographical Area Served: South Los Angeles in California
Age Group To Be Served: 12-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
Contact First Name: Andre
Contact Last Name: Chapple
Contact Title: Chief Executive Officer
Contact Phone: 3235295897
Contact Email: info@aaempowerment.org