Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: The Institute for Youth in Policy
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 5214F Diamond Heights Blvd #3055
City: San Fransisco
State: California
Postal Code: 94131
Main Phone: 6467251775
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://yipinstitute.org/
Employer ID Number: 85-3339422
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 11/16/2025
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: Civic Education Curriculum Pilot Program
Project Description:

The Institute for Youth in Policy (YIP) humbly submits this letter of inquiry to explore the grant opportunities provided by the Foundation in support of our discourse-based Civic Education Curriculum Pilot Program.

YIP is a 501(c)(3)-registered nonpartisan organization founded to promote civic engagement and discourse among youth through education, research, and policy-based media. Empowering youth with tools for critical thinking, empathy, and collaboration is essential to their well-being and success as leaders. Our Pilot Program embodies these values, as it aims to promote open and nonpartisan discourse that balances various viewpoints. This program is singular in its blend of traditional classroom learning combined with a novel high-school-focused curriculum. Participants can meaningfully discuss political issues and foster critical thinking. Moreover, students are challenged to confront biases and respectfully engage in discourse, and develop lifelong critical-thinking skills and an open mindset with which to approach the world.

So far, it has been piloted in twelve U.S. secondary schools, reaching over 300 students. It was also presented at the College Board 2023 AP Annual conference, recognized as the only student-led presentation. Three years from now, YIP anticipates influencing over two million people annually. The civic education pilot project is a crucial aspect of this vision, directly aligning with our role in transforming youth civic engagement. Funding this project will enable us to lay the groundwork for the kind of large-scale impact YIP is committed to achieving. YIP could expand its pilot programs to more U.S. schools and embed itself within classrooms, furthering access to quality civics education in schools. We would be honored to enrich students’ lives by offering opportunities to engage in responsible citizenship and progress their personal development.

Total Project Budget: 15.000

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

Project Duration: 1 year
Geographical Area Served: United States
Age Group To Be Served: 15-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr
Contact First Name: Asher
Contact Last Name: Cohen
Contact Title: CEO
Contact Phone: 6467251775
Contact Email: Asher@yipinstitute.org