Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: A Caring Hand Foundation for Pregnant Teens, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different): N/A
Also Known As: ACH
Mailing Address: 7325 S Cottage Grove Ave
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Postal Code: 60619
Main Phone: 708-595-3648
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.acaringhand.net
Employer ID Number: 45-4399616
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: April 22, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: To The Next Level: Empowering Teen Mothers
Project Description:

Founded in 2012, A Caring Hand Foundation for Pregnant Teens, Inc. (ACH) empowers young mothers to overcome adversity and build brighter futures. Our flagship program, "To The Next Level," is a 12-week initiative designed to support pregnant and parenting teens in completing their education and achieving self-sufficiency.​

Participants engage in personalized mentorship, life skills training, parenting education, and job readiness workshops. The program emphasizes high school completion or GED attainment, financial literacy, and the development of essential employment skills. Additional support includes childcare assistance, professional development opportunities, and access to community resources.​

By addressing critical issues such as high dropout rates, repeat pregnancies, and financial instability, ACH aims to break the cycle of poverty and foster lasting, positive change for young mothers and their children.

Total Project Budget: $50,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $0

Project Duration: 12 Weeks
Geographical Area Served: South Suburban Cook County and Chicago’s South Side
Age Group To Be Served: Teen mothers aged 14–19

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Connie
Contact Last Name: Harris
Contact Title: Founder & CEO
Contact Phone: 708-595-3648
Contact Email: info@acaringhand.net​