Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Act4Me
Legal Name (if Different): A Chance for Therapy, Inc.
Also Known As: Act4Me (dba)
Mailing Address: 104 Crandon Boulevard, Suite 413
City: Key Biscayne
State: Florida
Postal Code: 33149
Main Phone: 3058154018
Main Fax:
Organization Website: act4me.org
Employer ID Number: 80-0414175
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 28, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Children’s Therapy Program
Project Description:

Act4Me’s mission is to provide speech, occupational and physical therapies to South Florida children with neurological/genetic disorders, allowing them to reach their highest potential and have a better quality of life.

Developmental disabilities in children are on the rise. According to the CDC, 1 in every 36 children were diagnosed with autism in 2023, a dramatic increase from 1 in 150 in 2002! Act4Me serves South Florida children suffering from developmental delays caused by neurological and/or genetic disorders, such as autism, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy. The proven method of treatment to help these children overcome individual challenges is consistent therapy – physical, speech and occupational. However, external challenges such as expensive/inadequate healthcare coverage and the rising cost of living has created a financial burden on many South Florida working families, making therapy a luxury rather than a necessity.

Act4Me closes the economic gap and ensures equity for all children with disabilities by making life-altering therapies accessible to those who otherwise could not afford it.

Every year, South Florida parents apply to Act4Me for physical, occupational, or speech therapy for a child with special needs. Act4Me reviews applications, interviews applicants, determines award amounts, and provides the therapy needed for an entire year through partnerships with established providers.

Since 2009, Act4Me has made a positive impact in the lives of over 325 children. Basic milestones, such as learning to communicate verbally or learning to feed oneself, are major triumphs for this population, as each success improves day-to-day functions, builds independence, and enhances the quality of life of each child.

On behalf of the board and the families we serve, please consider supporting our efforts. A grant of $10,000 can help provide speech, occupational and physical therapy for an entire year for 45 South Florida children in financial need who suffer from neurological/genetic disorders.

Total Project Budget: 250,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Act4Me board members participate in fundraising efforts year-round in order to support therapy for children with disabilities. Our $250,000 annual goal directly correlates to the number of children we are able to serve each year. Please help us meet this goal! A summary of consistent funding sources includes: $130,000 from nonprofit grants; $80,000 from annual Golf Tournament fundraiser; $15,000 from Individual/Recurring Donations; $15,000 from Corporate Donations; $4,000 from Challenge Fundraisers; $5,000 from Special Events; $250 from Facebook Fundraising Donations; $250 from Donation Box, and; $500 from Amazon Smile Donations. Some of our annual recurring grants come from these proud supporters: Ocean Reef Com. Fndn: $35,000 Dr. John T. MacDonald Fndn: $20,000 The Batchelor Fndn: $15,000 Fabene Fndn: $10,000 Watts Fndn: $5,000 Rotary Club, Key Biscayne and Rotary Fndn: $4,000 Key Biscayne Com. Fndn: $2,500

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Miami-Dade County and Broward County
Age Group To Be Served: open to ages 1 to 18; typically serving ages 4 to10

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Maida
Contact Last Name: Berberian-Bignon
Contact Title: Founder and President
Contact Phone: 786.390.1172 / 305.815.4018
Contact Email: maida@act4me.org; caroline@ecostratas.com