Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Test Kitchen Education Foundation
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 1601 Avenue D
\nCity: Fort Madison
\nState: IA
\nPostal Code: 52627
\nMain Phone: 3194703112
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: www.tkef.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 47-4584092
\nOrganization Tax Status: Non Profit<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 03-29-2024
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Test Kitchen Education Foundation Summer Programs
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The Test Kitchen Education Foundation (TKEF) is a non-profit organization run by passionate volunteers, committed to enriching education and community engagement in Fort Madison (Lee County) IA. Lee county is one of the poorest communities in the state. TKEF\u2019s summer program stands out for its tailored approach to address the specific needs of this community with a particular emphasis on STEM education for underprivileged youth in grades 4-8. Our afterschool program, led by 10 certified teachers and 4 student aids, operates during the school year, providing a safe space with a variety of educational activities. Summer camps extend the learning experience with themed sessions covering cooking, history, STEM, music, math, and etiquette, alongside enriching field trips and hands-on challenges like robotics and environmental science.
\nTo provide fair access to education in economically disadvantaged areas, our program delivers STEM education, sports, music, and nutritious meals sourced from donations. Our goal is to promote academic success for every child by fostering critical thinking abilities and preparing them for future career paths.
\nWe integrate academics with culinary lessons, along with the enjoyment of meals prepared by volunteer chefs. This initiative tackles food preparation but also participants are equipped with valuable culinary expertise to share with their families promoting healthy meal preparation. Research indicates beneficial effects of afterschool initiatives on student outcomes, including enhanced test scores, attendance, behavior, and graduation rates, alongside a decrease in poverty and involvement in the justice system.
\nTKEF fulfills a crucial need by providing accessible STEM education and enrichment activities to disadvantaged youth, while aligning broader goals of supporting afterschool initiatives. Through partnerships and innovative programming, we empower students to excel academically and pursue rewarding careers in STEM fields.\n<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $20,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Corporate Sponsorship: \tIowa Fertilizer Plant $5000 , Roquette $5000<\/p>\n
Project Duration: Summer Camps June 1st 2024 – August 31, 2024
\nGeographical Area Served: Lee County, Iowa
\nAge Group To Be Served: 9 – 13 year olds<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
\nContact First Name: Kumar
\nContact Last Name: Wickramasingha
\nContact Title: Executive Director
\nContact Phone: 3194703112
\nContact Email: kumarw94@gmail.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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