Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Definition Theatre Company
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: Definition Theatre Company
Mailing Address: 1160 E. 55th St.
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Postal Code: 60615
Main Phone: 3124690390
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.definitiontheatre.org/
Employer ID Number: 45-5400665
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) – Nonprofit Organization

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 1/2/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Civic Engagement Department
Project Description:

We are requesting $10,000 in support of our youth-focused education and civic engagement programs, which use theatre and storytelling as powerful tools for learning, social-emotional development, and healing for children and young people in historically underserved communities on the South Side of Chicago.

Total Project Budget: 104,300

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The Walder Foundation, Illinois Arts Council, Cook County Starting Block Grant

Project Duration: Jan 1-Dec 31st, 2027
Geographical Area Served: Chicago’s South & West Sides
Age Group To Be Served: Middle & High Schoolers

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Lydia
Contact Last Name: Moss
Contact Title: Grant Coordinator
Contact Phone: 3124690390
Contact Email: lydia@definitiontheatre.org