Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Parent of African American Achievement Collaborative Team
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: PAAACT
Mailing Address: 352 Shoreline Drive
City: Pittsburg
State: California
Postal Code: 94565
Main Phone: 5105575731
Main Fax:
Organization Website: paaactfamilies.org
Employer ID Number: 87-3638962
Organization Tax Status: 501(3)(c)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: July 14, 2025
Requested Amount: $10,000.00

Project Title: The Healthy & Thriving Initiative
Project Description:

The Healthy & Thriving Initiative: Black Girls Thriving places the lived experiences of Black women and girls at its center. Integral to its design are the stories of Black girls and women who have experienced invisibility, dismissive treatment, racism, adultification, and criminalization that have been a detriment to their mental health. Our framework acknowledges the historical realities of existing in the Black female body and the challenges to accessing proper care within the healthcare infrastructure. PAAACT’s partner HerstoryisMine is a Black female-led organization that uses culturally affirming research and education to design curriculum that strategically addresses wellness for Black women and girls through the creation of ecosystems of care. Herstoryismine’s organizational model centers on the lived experiences of the communities we serve. We are consistently employing data-driven and evidence-based methods to inform our practices. We host regular listening sessions to bring stakeholders, women, and girls together to discuss salient health issues, challenges, and needs in the community.

Total Project Budget: $54,000.00

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Just Fund, East Bay Community Foundation, and Contra Costa County

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: Contra Costa County
Age Group To Be Served: 10-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Dennisha
Contact Last Name: Marsh
Contact Title: President
Contact Phone: 5105575731
Contact Email: paaact94565@gmail.com