Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Center for Humanistic Change
Legal Name (if Different): Center for Humanistic Change, Inc.
Also Known As: CHC
Mailing Address: 555 Union Blvd., Suite 7
City: Allentown
State: PA
Postal Code: 18109
Main Phone: 6104431595
Main Fax: 610-443-1598
Organization Website: www.thechc.org
Employer ID Number: 23-2107264
Organization Tax Status: 501(c) (3) nonprofit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 15, 2024
Requested Amount: $4,900

Project Title: CHC In-School Mentoring
Project Description:

Center for Humanistic Change (CHC) has the mission to give people, especially youth, the tools and knowledge they need to make better-informed and more positive life choices. Our work has at its core drug, alcohol, and tobacco product prevention education and programs as well as life skills development needed for healthy development, good relationships, and resilient character. Using evidence-based programs and experiences, our services meet people, including school students, where they are through social –emotional learning and mentoring, hands-on programs and resources, and current information on issues impacting our communities every day.
Requested funds will be used for the CHC Mentoring Program in-school program currently in 32 schools in Lehigh/ Northampton Counties. $4,900 will provide a trained, caring mentor to serve at-risk students in a local school for 3 months, meeting with students during their school day. Mentors work 1-on-1 or in small groups supporting at-risk students with social-emotional learning and mental health using an evidence-based mentoring curriculum, SPARK, and other creative, interactive approaches to connect with youth and address their concerns such as journaling, role play, meditation, art and music or sports.
Our mentors provide additional support to the school personnel and guidance and mental health who find the increase in mental health and social issues showing up each day with their students. Caring for our youth requires a “all hands on deck” approach to improve student outcomes and provide a safe, productive learning environment

Total Project Budget: $534,423

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Donald & Dorothy Stabler Fdn – $34,900 received, Two Rivers Health & Wellness – $19,488 received, Crayola – $3,000, Looking Out Foundation – $5,000 pending, CDBG City of Bethlehem – $26,000 awarded.

Project Duration: 26 weeks -aligns with the school year; training and program development are year round.
Geographical Area Served: Lehigh and Northampton Counties, PA
Age Group To Be Served: 5-19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Terry
Contact Last Name: Knox Ramseur
Contact Title: Grant and Development Specialist
Contact Phone: 6104431595
Contact Email: tramseur@thechc.org