Grant Request Jacksonville Survivors Foundation

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form


Organization Name: Jacksonville Survivors Foundation
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Mailing Address: 8754 Eastwood Road
City: Macclenny
State: Florida
Postal Code: 32063
Main Phone: 9043223925
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Organization Website: www.jacksonvillesurvivorsfoundation.org
Employer ID Number: 88-4065140
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information


Today’s Date: 02/13/2025
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Healing Hearts Kids Day Camp
Project Description:

The Healing Hearts Kids Camp is a therapeutic program designed to support children who have lost a loved one to homicide. This camp provides a safe, nurturing environment where young survivors can begin to heal, express their grief, and build resilience through specialized activities. The camp focuses on emotional expression, peer connection, and mental health support, helping children navigate their trauma in a compassionate, fun, and creative setting.

Through art therapy, music, play therapy, and grief counseling, children will have the opportunity to process their emotions, connect with peers who understand their loss, and gain coping skills to support their emotional well-being. Licensed counselors and trauma specialists will guide children in age-appropriate healing activities, helping them build a foundation for moving forward while honoring their loved ones.

The camp will also include fun, engaging activities like games, crafts, and group projects that provide joy and foster positive experiences, balancing the emotional work with moments of lightness. This approach allows children to rediscover hope, find community, and feel empowered to continue their healing journey.

We aim to create a lasting impact by expanding the camp into an ongoing support network, providing year-round opportunities for children to stay connected with resources, mentorship, and follow-up events. The Healing Hearts Kids Camp will help break the silence around grief and trauma, offering children a path to healing and a brighter future despite their loss.

Total Project Budget: 35000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Wawa Foundation, Jim Moran Foundation, Florida Blue

Project Duration: 1 week
Geographical Area Served: Duval County, Jacksonville, FL
Age Group To Be Served: 6-17

Contact Information


Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Crystal
Contact Last Name: Anlage
Contact Title: Executive Director/Victim Advocate
Contact Phone: 9043223925
Contact Email: crystal@jacksonvillesurvivorsfoundation.org