Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Miss Lila’s House Inc
Legal Name (if Different): Miss Lila’s House Inc
Also Known As: Miss Lila’s House Inc
Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 1919
City: Silsbee
State: TX
Postal Code: 77656
Main Phone: 409-853-8853
Main Fax:
Organization Website: misslilashouse.com
Employer ID Number: 88-3915513
Organization Tax Status: 501 (c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/04/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Miss Lila’s House Inc
Project Description:

Miss Lila’s House Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking generational cycles of homelessness and financial instability across Southeast Texas. Founded in 2022, the organization provides direct assistance, essential resources, and compassionate support to individuals and families facing housing insecurity, poverty, and crisis situations. With more than 370 residents served through 13 rapidly growing community programs, Miss Lila’s House focuses on meeting both immediate needs and long‑term stability goals.
The core project supports vulnerable households by providing utility assistance, crisis food boxes, hygiene kits, mobility aids for seniors and disabled individuals, transportation support, and emergency household supplies. These services address urgent barriers that frequently lead to homelessness or prevent individuals from regaining stability. Many clients include seniors living on fixed incomes, U.S. veterans, single parents, and individuals facing unemployment, chronic illness, or domestic violence.
Beyond meeting basic needs, Miss Lila’s House offers empowerment‑focused services such as job‑readiness assistance, resume support, community referrals, and connections to mental health and social service partners. By collaborating with local agencies, churches, and community organizations, the project ensures that each client receives holistic care designed to strengthen their long‑term resilience.
The program emphasizes equity, serving high‑need populations disproportionately affected by poverty in Jefferson and Hardin Counties. Many clients live below the federal poverty line, lack reliable transportation, or experience food insecurity. Miss Lila’s House intentionally focuses on communities where assistance gaps are greatest, ensuring resources reach underserved and overlooked individuals.
The project’s overarching goal is to stabilize households in crisis, reduce repeated cycles of emergency hardship, and help families move toward independence. Through comprehensive support, compassionate service delivery, and strong community partnerships, Miss Lila’s House Inc. provides a reliable lifeline for Southeast Texans who have nowhere else to turn.

Total Project Budget: 100,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Miss Lila’s House Inc. sustains its community programs through a diverse mix of funding streams designed to ensure long‑term stability and responsible stewardship. The organization relies primarily on individual donations from local residents, small community fundraisers, and contributions from faith‑based partners. These grassroots efforts provide steady support for essential services such as food boxes, hygiene kits, and emergency household items. In addition to community giving, Miss Lila’s House receives in‑kind donations from local businesses, including food, toiletries, mobility equipment, cleaning supplies, and seasonal items for seniors and families. Partnerships with churches, civic groups, and service organizations also contribute volunteer hours, materials, and program assistance. Miss Lila’s House periodically applies for small community grants from regional foundations, corporate giving programs, and local retailers. Previous support has included charitable contributions from businesses in Jefferson and Hardin Counties, as well as limited event-based sponsorships. These grants help supplement operational needs and expand outreach efforts. The organization also benefits from fundraising events, including back‑to‑school drives, holiday outreach campaigns, and community service days, which help generate additional revenue and attract new donors. Miss Lila’s House continues to expand its funding base by building relationships with corporate partners, strengthening grant writing efforts, and increasing visibility within the Southeast Texas nonprofit community. This blended approach ensures that services remain accessible to vulnerable individuals and families while supporting responsible growth and program sustainability.

Project Duration: The project operates on a 12‑month cycle, running continuously throughout the year to meet the ongoing needs of vulnerable individuals and families in Southeast Texas. Miss Lila’s House Inc. delivers services year‑round, and the requested funding will support program activities, direct assistance, and community outreach over the full one‑year project period. Because the organization provides essential services such as food assistance, hygiene support, mobility aids, and crisis intervention, the project is designed to remain active without interruption, ensuring consistent access for households experiencing hardship.
Geographical Area Served: Miss Lila’s House Inc. serves vulnerable individuals and families across Southeast Texas, with primary service coverage in Jefferson County and Hardin County. These counties include communities with some of the highest needs in the region, marked by elevated poverty rates, limited access to transportation, and persistent housing instability. Core service areas include Beaumont, Port Arthur, Nederland, Groves, Port Neches, Silsbee, Lumberton, Kountze, and surrounding rural communities. The organization also provides limited outreach to neighboring counties based on resource availability and community demand. Support is focused on households experiencing homelessness, financial hardship, food insecurity, or urgent crises requiring immediate assistance. Miss Lila’s House prioritizes communities where gaps in services are significant and where families face barriers that prevent access to traditional support systems. By concentrating efforts in these underserved Southeast Texas areas, the organization ensures resources reach populations with the greatest need.
Age Group To Be Served: Age 18-85 years of age

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Annie
Contact Last Name: Kenebrew
Contact Title: President
Contact Phone: 409-853-8853
Contact Email: akenebrew@misslilashouse3375.onmicrosoft.com