Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: PERIOD.
Legal Name (if Different): PERIOD INC
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 2175 NW Raleigh St. Suite 110
City: Portland
State: OR
Postal Code: 97210-2392
Main Phone: 8039280269
Main Fax:
Organization Website: period.org
Employer ID Number: 47-2438066
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/26/2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: PERIOD. Youth Empowerment and Menstrual Health Program
Project Description:

PERIOD. is dedicated to eradicating period poverty and stigma through service, education and advocacy.We respectfully request $10,000 from the Hermanowski Family Foundation to support our Youth Empowerment and Menstrual Health Program, designed to directly benefit underserved youth in marginalized communities by providing free menstrual products, comprehensive menstrual health education, and leadership development opportunities.

This program aims to:

Expand access to menstrual products and resources in underserved communities.

Educate young people on menstrual health, combating stigmas, and fostering open dialogue.

Empower youth advocates to lead sustainable change through mentorship and advocacy training.

Funding from the Hermanowski Family Foundation would directly support purchasing menstrual products, creating educational materials, hosting community workshops, and training youth ambassadors. These activities will directly benefit more than 1,000 young people, aged 12 to 24, across multiple underserved communities throughout the United States.

By investing in PERIOD.’s Youth Empowerment and Menstrual Health Program, the Hermanowski Family Foundation will play a pivotal role in addressing period poverty and advancing gender equity through impactful education and community-driven advocacy.

We deeply appreciate your consideration and welcome the opportunity to discuss our proposal further.

Total Project Budget: $50,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Individual donors, corporate sponsorships, and grants from aligned foundations

Project Duration: 12 months. October 2025 – October 2026
Geographical Area Served: Multiple underserved communities across the United States, with a focus on urban and rural areas experiencing high rates of period poverty.
Age Group To Be Served: Youth aged 8 to 18, focusing specifically on adolescents and young adults experiencing barriers to menstrual equity.

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
Contact First Name: Candice
Contact Last Name: Bee
Contact Title: Director of Partnerships
Contact Phone: 8039280269
Contact Email: candice@period.org