Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Calm Waters Center for Children and Families
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: Calm Waters
\nMailing Address: 501 North Walker, Suite 140
\nCity: Oklahoma City
\nState: Oklahoma
\nPostal Code: 73102
\nMain Phone: 405-841-4800
\nMain Fax: 405-841-4803
\nOrganization Website: www.calmwaters.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 73-1561707
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501c3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: March 18, 2026
\nRequested Amount: $5,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: School Support Groups
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
We\u2019re excited to apply this funding to support the growth of our student support groups so we can reach more children, especially those with limited access to resources. Our goal is to provide safe, caring spaces where students can share their grief, build coping skills, and feel supported. We\u2019re inspired by our students daily. But recently one little girl really captured our hearts. After participating in one of our support groups, following the death of her father by suicide, she gathered $23 of her own money to donate to us. It’s moments like these that show us the real difference, and need for our program. We\u2019re reminded of the importance of our mission every time we see these impacts. The primary focus of our support groups is getting the mental health support to kids who desperately need it.
\nDealing with grief, emotions, and family changes can affect academic performance, attendance, and emotional well-being for children. Support groups offer students a chance to talk openly, learn healthy coping skills, and feel less alone. Showing them that many of their peers are going through similar experiences makes all the difference in their world. It\u2019s well known that students who feel supported at school are more likely to be involved both academically and socially, which leads to success into adulthood.
\nWith the help of your funding, we will offer structured support groups led by trained facilitators at schools across the state of Oklahoma. Sessions will be age-appropriate, inclusive, and culturally sensitive. Participation will be voluntary and confidential.
\nThis grant will help cover staff training, materials, and resources needed to run effective groups. We strive to build a base of healing that will support students through their grief journey.\n<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $207,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): united way of central Oklahoma, private individual and organizational donations<\/p>\n
Project Duration: June 1, 2026- July031, 2027
\nGeographical Area Served: Oklahoma
\nAge Group To Be Served: 4-18<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
\nContact First Name: Sue
\nContact Last Name: Smith
\nContact Title: Development Coordinator
\nContact Phone: 405-841-4800
\nContact Email: sue@calmwaters.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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