Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: HawkWatch International
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Mailing Address: 2240 S 900 E
City: SALT LAKE CITY
State: UT
Postal Code: 84106
Main Phone: 5013514722
Main Fax: 8014846810
Organization Website: www.hawkwatch.org
Employer ID Number: 85-0358519
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/31/2024
Requested Amount: 5000

Project Title: Closing the Nature Gap with HawkWatch International
Project Description:

Despite Utah being home to some of the world’s most beautiful and iconic landscapes, many don’t have the luxury of exploring them. HawkWatch International closes this “nature gap” with educational programs featuring live birds of prey for individuals experiencing economic, social, or physical barriers that prevent access to engaging experiences in nature. With support from the Charles and Joan Hermanowski Famly Foundation, we will be able to close the nature gap for more learners free of charge.

HawkWatch International (HWI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving the environment through education, long-term monitoring, and scientific research on raptors as indicators of ecosystem health. We provide high-quality learning experiences to the public, with a focus on children of all ages. We do this through our team of trained educators and Raptor Ambassadors, live birds of prey that can no longer survive in the wild. Our program serves learners like Title I students, incarcerated youth, English language learners, refugees, families experiencing homelessness, and those with complex special education needs. For many, the highlight of our program is meeting a real raptor up close.

Our program is unique in that it is entirely outreach-based, allowing us to meet children where they are. This preserves vital resources for schools, families, and organizations by saving the cost of travel offsite. Often, these children do not have opportunities to spend time in nature or at educational facilities like museums or zoos. This is why we prioritize programs that serve these audiences and make connecting with nature easier by bringing these experiences to them.

A typical nature gap program includes a visit from 1-3 live raptor ambassadors and content aligned to state and national science standards. Our programs are informed by real-world data collected from HWI’s scientists, connecting children to STEM careers taking place in their area.

Total Project Budget: $242,433

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Adobe, David Kelby Johnson Memorial Foundation, George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, JEPS Foundation, Jones Family Charitable Foundation, Lawrence T. and Janet T. Dee Foundation, POWER Foundation, Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, Salt Lake County ZAP, Stephen G. and Susan E. Denkers Foundation, Val A. Browning Foundation, W.C. Swanson Foundation, Willard L. Eccles Charitable Foundation; Individual donors; Education Program Fees; and In-kind support

Project Duration: Year round
Geographical Area Served: Utah (statewide)
Age Group To Be Served: All

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
Contact First Name: Kirsten
Contact Last Name: Elliott
Contact Title: Development & Communications Director
Contact Phone: 8014846808
Contact Email: KELLIOTT@HAWKWATCH.ORG