Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: NOMMA
Mailing Address: 425 O’Bannon Street
City: New Orleans
State: Louisiana
Postal Code: 70114
Main Phone: 504.227.3810
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.nomma.net
Employer ID Number: 27-0868305
Organization Tax Status: Tax Exempt 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 24, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: High Quality Education Initiatives at NOMMA
Project Description:

We are requesting this grant to support our efforts in providing a holistic, high-quality education to the 947 cadets at the New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy (NOMMA). Our goal is to enhance academic performance, leadership development, and social-emotional well-being among our students, many of whom face economic disadvantages and other challenges. If awarded, the funds will be used to support professional development for staff, revitalization of extracurricular activities, maintenance of school facilities, transportation, and expansion of our social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum. These investments will strengthen our ability to provide a well-rounded education, preparing our cadets for future academic and career success. We aim to achieve several key outcomes, including maintaining our 95% graduation rate, ensuring two-thirds of our students earn industry-based credentials, and increasing family and community engagement. These outcomes reflect our commitment to student growth and readiness for both higher education and leadership roles.

Total Project Budget: 17,399,170

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): First Horizon Bank, New Orleans Recreation Culture Fund, Pro Bono Publico, Keller Family Foundation, Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation

Project Duration: 12 Months
Geographical Area Served: Greater New Orleans Area, Louisiana
Age Group To Be Served: 14-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Colonel
Contact First Name: Chris
Contact Last Name: Schlafer
Contact Title: Commandant
Contact Phone: 504.227.3810
Contact Email: development@nomma.net