Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Raising Hands Literacy Project
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: Raising Hands Tutoring
\nMailing Address: 24 North Third
\nCity: Highland Park
\nState: New Jersey
\nPostal Code: 07840
\nMain Phone: 713-291-1261
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: raisinghandsliteracyproject.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 83-1627638
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(C)3 nonprofit <\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 04\/11\/2025
\nRequested Amount: 10000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Raising Hands Literacy Project
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Raising Hands Literacy Project, in partnership with Dyslexic Edge, is launching a multi-state initiative that combines structured literacy instruction with hands-on STEM learning to close the literacy gap for underserved students. This innovative program addresses two urgent needs: the lack of effective reading intervention for students with dyslexia and the inequitable access to early STEM education in low-income communities.<\/p>\n
With support from this grant, we will train and certify 10 student teachers in the Orton-Gillingham method, a research-backed approach recognized for its effectiveness in teaching struggling readers. Each trainee will complete 42 hours of coursework and a 50-hour supervised practicum, during which they will deliver free, individualized reading and STEM-integrated tutoring to a low-income student.<\/p>\n
Incorporating STEM activities into literacy instruction not only reinforces reading comprehension and vocabulary but also builds confidence, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills. Students will engage in projects such as circuit-building, design challenges, and reading technical texts\u2014making literacy meaningful, exciting, and future-focused.<\/p>\n
This dual-impact model strengthens teacher preparedness while expanding access to high-quality, interdisciplinary academic support for students who need it most. By blending literacy and STEM instruction, the program prepares young learners for both academic achievement and long-term success in an increasingly tech-driven world.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: 50.000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): IMSE Foundation: $50,000<\/p>\n
Project Duration: Year-round
\nGeographical Area Served: New jersey
\nAge Group To Be Served: 5-18<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Holly
\nContact Last Name: Turner
\nContact Title: Executive Director
\nContact Phone: 713-291-1261
\nContact Email: raisinghandsgrants@outlook.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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