Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: MakingChange, Inc
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Mailing Address: 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 307
City: Columbia
State: Maryland
Postal Code: 21046
Main Phone: 443-518-7650
Main Fax: N/A
Organization Website: www.makingchangecenter.org
Employer ID Number: 52-1755086
Organization Tax Status: 501c3 non profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 12/26/25
Requested Amount: 10000

Project Title: Pathways to Financial Independence: Building Money Skills for Youth and Young Adults
Project Description:

Pathways to Financial Independence is a one-year financial capability project designed to equip youth and young adults ages 14–21 with the practical money skills needed to successfully transition into adulthood. Led by MakingChange, Inc., the project will deliver interactive financial education workshops and individualized financial coaching focused on budgeting, saving, understanding paychecks, building credit, and preparing for post-secondary education or employment.

The project will serve youth from low- to moderate-income households, including first-generation college-bound students and young adults entering the workforce. Programming emphasizes real-world application and decision-making to help participants avoid common financial pitfalls and build habits that support long-term economic stability.

Project outcomes will be measured using pre- and post-assessments, participation tracking, and client feedback. MakingChange will submit a final evaluation report to the Hermanski Family Foundation upon completion of the project, documenting outcomes, lessons learned, and overall impact.

Total Project Budget: Program Staff – Youth Financial Education Workshops (Planning, facilitation, and follow-up for youth workshops) $3,500 Program Staff – Individual Financial Coaching (Ages 18–21) (One-on-one coaching sessions and participant support) $2,500 Curriculum & Educational Materials $1,250 Program Coordination & Administration $1,750 Evaluation & Reporting $1,000 Total Request $10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed – PNC Foundation: $5,000, M & T Bank: $5,000, Howard County Department of Community Resources & Services: $25,000; Potential – United Way of Central Maryland: $25,000

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Howard County, Maryland
Age Group To Be Served: 14-21

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Jasmine
Contact Last Name: Brewer
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 443-518-7647
Contact Email: jbrewer@makingchangecenter.org