Grant Request Kids & Art Foundation

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form


Organization Name: Kids & Art Foundation
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Mailing Address: 1443 Howard Ave Suite 218
City: Burlingame
State: CA
Postal Code: 94010
Main Phone: 650-877-2750
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Organization Website: www.kidsandart.org
Employer ID Number: 27-1415727
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information


Today’s Date: 4/3/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Supporting Kids with Cancer Through the Arts
Project Description:

Kids & Art Foundation uses the power of the arts and creativity to mitigate stress, anxiety, and trauma induced from the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric cancer and other critical medical conditions. Our vision is for an integrated care model where participation in the arts is part of a regular treatment plan for all critically ill pediatric patients.

The aim of our work is making daily life-and outcomes-better for children and teens battling illness through every phase of treatment and recovery, including bereavement. While medical teams focus on treating the disease, funding and resources—including time—are scarce for addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of the disease. Cancer patients and their families suffer from a range of psychosocial issues, including PTSD, cancer-related fatigue, and social isolation.

Our programs provide opportunities for connection, enrichment, self-expression, and community for pediatric cancer patients and their families at no cost. Integral to our program design are professional artists, offering a unique, collaborative, and inspiring experience of creative engagement for the children.

Total Project Budget: $790,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Palo Alto Community Foundation – $10,000 (committed); Teichert – $7,500 Tony Robbins – $10,000 Deacon Charitable Foundation – $5,00 California Arts Council – $30,000 Harbor Point Charitable – $5,000 Inner Sunset Community Advocates – $10,000 San Mateo County Arts Commission – $8,000 Sharks Foundation – $2,500

Project Duration: One year
Geographical Area Served: Northern California
Age Group To Be Served: 3-18

Contact Information


Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Lillian
Contact Last Name: Ma
Contact Title: Grant Writer
Contact Phone: 818-665-6402
Contact Email: lillian@kidsandart.org