Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Seagull Services
Legal Name (if Different): Seagull Industries For The Disabled, Inc.
Also Known As: Seagull Services
Mailing Address: 3879 Byron Dr
City: West palm beach
State: FL
Postal Code: 33404
Main Phone: 3059859037
Main Fax: 561-881-3554
Organization Website: www.seagull.org
Employer ID Number: 59-1879968
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/29/2015
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Equine-Assisted Activities for SAIL students
Project Description:

At SAIL we are always looking to bring new opportunities to our students – to create learning environments that stimulate and motivate our students; that facilitate community inclusion; and, inspire confidence and independence. To that end, we have identified students who we think will particularly benefit from Equine-Assisted Activities (EAA). EAA are widely recognized as one of the most beneficial forms of recreational therapy for people with special needs, improving self-esteem and promoting interaction with the world around them. When riding, students process visual, auditory, and tactile information, leading to significantly improved muscle tone, strength, mobility, speech, balance, and coordination. Students will also learn how to groom the horses and follow instructions, improving decision-making and problem solving capabilities. Riding gives these students access to a physical activity otherwise not available.

In the Healthy People 2010 Progress Report, the CDC reports people with disabilities are more likely to be obese and engage in exercise less frequently than people without disabilities. The report found 45% of males and 56% of females with developmental disabilities were overweight. These figures are substantially higher than those for the general population. A disproportionate number of people with disabilities live near, at, or below the poverty level; access to fitness and other wellness activities are limited or in unaffordable, and equipment and professional expertise addressing special needs are not readily accessible.

If invited, it is our intent to submit a grant request for Equine-Assisted Activities for SAIL students for the 2015-16 school year. At Seagull we believe everyone has the right to live a satisfying, productive life, to fully participate in the community, and to live as independently as possible, while having the support and resources necessary to pursue their dreams and fulfill their aspirations. Our programs are in response to needs and inspired by this philosophy.

Total Project Budget: $19,385

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Scaiffe Family Foundation, Hobbs Foundation, The Hagen Family Foundation

Project Duration: 10-11 weeks
Geographical Area Served: Palm Beach and Martin County
Age Group To Be Served: 11-12

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Linda
Contact Last Name: Moore
Contact Title: Chief Operating Officer
Contact Phone: 561-842-5814 ext. 107
Contact Email: lmoore@seagull.org