Grant Request Piedmont CASA, Inc.
Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form
Organization Name: Piedmont CASA, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different): Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates, Inc.
Also Known As: Piedmont CASA
Mailing Address: 818 East High Street
City: Charlottesville
State: VA
Postal Code: 22902
Main Phone: 434-971-7515
Main Fax: 434-971-3060
Organization Website: http://www.pcasa.org
Employer ID Number: 54-1704064
Organization Tax Status: Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
Proposal Information
Today’s Date: 27 March 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000
Project Title: Provide life-changing advocates for children in foster care
Project Description:
“I work for you.” That is what the CASA Advocate told Darren the first time they met. The boy had already been introduced to a string of new people and was anxious. The CASA wanted to reassure him that he was not one of many on her caseload – he was the only one on it. All her work would be for his sake. When she talked to him, it was to get to know him and find out what he needed. When she talked to his family, foster parents, and school – it was on his behalf. She was going to take everything she learned and be Darren’s voice in court to help ensure that he was safe and healthy, and that he would spend as little time in foster care as possible.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution for children in foster care. Each child is unique, and so are their circumstances. That’s why Darren needs a CASA Advocate – someone to stand by his side and ensure that all the things he needs to heal and thrive are provided. The CASA becomes the eyes, ears, and heart of the court for Darren. With a CASA report in hand, the judge has a much clearer picture of Darren and can make better decisions about his future.
The need for CASA Advocates is plainly evident in the research: kids with CASAs receive more medical and emotional support, do better in school, and find safe, permanent homes faster. Research also shows that kids with CASAs are more hopeful. And when kids have hope, outcomes improve. They have more academic success, enhanced well-being, increased self-control, positive social relationships, and optimism – tools they need to heal and recover.
No other organization provides this service and we do not charge fees.
Total Project Budget: $1,208,203
Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Examples of potential grant funding for FY 2026 include DCJS (Department of Criminal Justice Services), Albemarle County, City of Charlottesville, the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, Bama Works Fund, J&E Berkley Foundation, Manning Foundation, and the E. C. Wareheim Foundation. In a typical year, individual donations comprise approximately 40% of our annual income, and events contribute another 4%.
Project Duration: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
Geographical Area Served: City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Madison, Virginia.
Age Group To Be Served: Newborn to 18+
Contact Information
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Lexie
Contact Last Name: Boris
Contact Title: Advancement Director
Contact Phone: 4349717515
Contact Email: lboris@pcasa.org