Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Soundscapes
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 11009 Warwick Blvd., Suite 215
City: Newport News
State: VA
Postal Code: 23601
Main Phone: (757) 273-6178
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.soundscapes.org/
Employer ID Number: 27-1923247
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/31/2024
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Empowering Youth Through Music in Extended After-School Programs
Project Description:

Empowering Youth Through Music in Extended After-School Programs is an initiative that supports Soundscapes in meeting increased demand for student participation and covering rising expenses for staff, supplies, and equipment. With this support, Soundscapes will continue to expand our reach, driven by positive participant experiences, particularly among underserved youth in under-resourced communities. Soundscapes offers various programs, including after-school music programs, a regional youth orchestra, summer camps, and a youth employment program, all aimed at instilling transformative life skills through music. Specifically, this request targets support for two daily after-school programs in Newport News, providing free music instruction, instruments, meals, and transportation for students from Title I elementary schools, Carver Elementary and Greenwood Elementary. These programs are vital for families affected by poverty, offering essential services at no cost to participants. Currently, Soundscapes serves 200 students through these after-school programs, with a focus on accessibility and inclusivity for disadvantaged communities.

Total Project Budget: $396,646

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential):

Project Duration: The funds from the grant provided by the Hermanowski Foundation will be spent over the next year, starting immediately after the funds are received.
Geographical Area Served: Newport News Title 1 elementary Schools, specifically Carver Elementary and Greenwood Elementary
Age Group To Be Served: 5-12-year-olds in elementary school

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Sara
Contact Last Name: Balgoyen
Contact Title: Development Director
Contact Phone: (757) 273-6178
Contact Email: Sbalgoyen@SoundscapesHR.org