Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: One Church One School: A Community Partnerhsip
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: One Church One School
\nMailing Address: P.O. Box 19075
\nCity: Chicago
\nState: IL
\nPostal Code: 60619
\nMain Phone: 773-651-0071
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: www.onechurchoneschool.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 31-1513803
\nOrganization Tax Status: Non Profit\/ Tax Exempt<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: March 23, 2026
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: OCOS Youth Success Initiative: Literacy, Mentorship & Life Skills Pipeline
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The One Church One School (OCOS) Youth Success Initiative is a 6\u201312 month program designed to enhance literacy, mentorship, and life skills for youth ages 8\u201318 in the Birmingham\u2013Jefferson County area of Alabama.<\/p>\n
In collaboration with students from Miles College, OCOS will partner with local K\u201312 schools to provide structured academic support, mentorship, and personal development programming for underserved youth. This initiative builds upon OCOS\u2019s proven model of connecting churches, schools, and communities to improve academic achievement and social development.<\/p>\n
The program will offer weekly literacy tutoring focused on reading comprehension, academic confidence, and foundational learning skills. Students will also be paired with trained college mentors who will provide consistent guidance, encouragement, and exposure to higher education pathways. Monthly life skills workshops will focus on leadership development, communication, goal setting, and social-emotional learning.<\/p>\n
This near-peer mentorship model allows youth to engage with college students as relatable role models, reinforcing the value of education and long-term success. Family engagement opportunities will further strengthen support systems for participating students.<\/p>\n
The initiative is expected to serve 50\u201375 youth and will result in improved academic performance, increased engagement, and stronger mentorship relationships. All funds will be fully utilized within the grant period, and a formal evaluation report will be submitted upon completion.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $15000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): One Church One School (program leadership and oversight) Miles College (student mentors and volunteers) Local church partners (volunteers, space, in-kind support) Community donors and small grant opportunities (pending)<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 6 months to one year
\nGeographical Area Served: Jefferson County Alabama, (Birmingham, Fairfield Bessemer, AL)
\nAge Group To Be Served: 8-18<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
\nContact First Name: Leon
\nContact Last Name: Parker
\nContact Title: President
\nContact Phone: 205-306-6181
\nContact Email: ocos1992@gmail.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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