Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: MentorKids USA
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 1776 N. Scottsdale Road – Box 1148
City: Scottsdale
State: AZ
Postal Code: 85252
Main Phone: 480-767-6707
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://www.mentorkidsusa.org/
Employer ID Number: 86-0865368
Organization Tax Status: 501c3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/4/2026
Requested Amount: $3,000.00

Project Title: After School Leadership Program for At-Risk Phoenix Youth
Project Description:

MentorKids USA respectfully requests $3,000 from the Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation to support our LEAD after-school program for under-resourced K-8th grade students. LEAD – “Leadership, Enrichment, Academics, and Discovery” – is a no-cost, four day per week after-school program designed to nurture academic growth, leadership skills, and character development. Each session offers individualized reading and math tutoring, homework help, leadership lessons, life skills, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and enriching activities in a safe, caring environment.

The objective of LEAD is to positively impact student success—in the classroom and in the community, long- and short-term, by focusing on outcomes tailored to each individual student, and his or her unique strengths and challenges.

At a cost of approximately $16.50 per student per day, a $3,000 grant would fund 184 LEAD sessions. With over 300 students served annually across 6 locations in Phoenix, Arizona, LEAD provides access to resources and tools that help these at-risk youth thrive.

Total Project Budget: $714,457

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): We maintain a diverse base of support that includes individual donors, corporate and foundation grants, church partners, two annual fundraising events, and neighborhood-level giving campaigns. This broad approach ensures long-term financial stability and reduces dependence on any single source.

Project Duration: FY27, 8/1/2026 to 7/31/2027
Geographical Area Served: Maricopa County, Arizona
Age Group To Be Served: K-8th students

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Audrey
Contact Last Name: Gallinger
Contact Title: Grants Manager
Contact Phone: 480-767-6707
Contact Email: agallinger@mentorkidsusa.org