Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: YMCA of Southwest Florida
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 200 Nokomis Ave S, 3rd Floor
\nCity: Venice
\nState: FL
\nPostal Code: 34285
\nMain Phone: 941-492-9622
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: www.ymcaswfl.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 59-1629660
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 3\/16\/26
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Beacons Career & Technical Education program
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The Beacons program is a new initiative launched in 2025 to expand career and technical education for at-risk middle school and high school youth. By preparing future generations for in-demand, sustaining-wage careers, we help foster long-term economic stability for underserved individuals and families as well as drive economic growth and strengthen the overall vitality of our community.
\nThe goals of the Beacons program are to help young people:
\n\u2022\tIdentify and pursue meaningful educational and career pathways that align with their interests and strengths
\n\u2022\tGain exposure to diverse college, career and technical education opportunities, broadening their understanding of traditional and non-traditional career paths
\n\u2022\tEngage with industry professionals and mentors who inspire and guide them in exploring potential careers
\n\u2022\tBuild confidence, resilience and a strong sense of belonging, fostering the skills and mindset needed for long-term success
\nKey activities of the Beacons program include providing internships, career field trips, job shadowing, work readiness clubs that merge classroom learning with real-world practice, and career presentations based on youth interests, technical college programs\/tours, and social-emotional support and mentorship.
\nBeacons recruits youth through teachers, coaches, community events, social media and word of mouth. Since August, the program has served 599 youth at 11 schools\/sites. The program is open to both males and females, but about 70% are young men. Participants tend to reflect the population of their respective schools in race\/ethnicity and income. On average, 60% of middle school youth currently served by Beacons qualify for free or reduced school lunch; in some locations, 100% of youth qualify for this benefit.
\nThe response to the Beacons program has been overwhelmingly positive, and we are seeking to expand the program to serve more youth and schools throughout the Y’s service area. This expansion will include adding staff and resources for paid student internships, field trips, etc.\n<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $574,425<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $450,000<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 1\/1\/27 – 12\/31\/27
\nGeographical Area Served: Manatee, Sarasota, DeSoto, Charlotte and Lee Counties
\nAge Group To Be Served: 11-18<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Trisha
\nContact Last Name: Kauffman
\nContact Title: Director of Grants
\nContact Phone: 941-492-9622
\nContact Email: tkauffman@ymcaswfl.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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