Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Gentle Gratitude
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 5720 Thomas Ave.
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
Postal Code: 19143
Main Phone: 267-325-2340
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://gentlegratitudephilly.com/
Employer ID Number: 88-2903040
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 3, 2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Flow Freedom
Project Description:

Flow Freedom is a transformative initiative by Gentle Gratitude, dedicated to ensuring menstrual equity for young girls in Philadelphia. Our mission is to provide free menstrual hygiene products and educational workshops to 133 girls in grades 5-8 at E Washington Rhodes Elementary School in Philadelphia, who come from low-income households. The goal is to equip these girls with enough products to last throughout the ’25-’26 school year, both at school and at home, removing barriers to their education and well-being.

Through Flow Freedom, we aim to empower these young girls by normalizing conversations about menstruation and providing them with the tools and knowledge to manage their periods with dignity and confidence. The initiative includes the distribution of 41,496 pads, as well as educational workshops that cover topics such as menstrual health, hygiene practices, and reproductive health education.

To ensure the continuity of the Flow Freedom program for the ’25-’26 school year, we are providing the girls with disposable pads, period underwear, wipes, deodorant, and period pouches. These products are essential for maintaining menstrual hygiene and will help these girls stay healthy and focused on their education. We are committed to supporting these girls and ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Total Project Budget: 16,841.65

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): In kind donations from community, fundraising events, in kind donations from organizations

Project Duration: 1 year August 2025- August 2026
Geographical Area Served: North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Age Group To Be Served: 9-13 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Deneisha
Contact Last Name: Cook
Contact Title: President
Contact Phone: 2673252340
Contact Email: deneishacook22@gmail.com