Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Inspire Me
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 318 N Salem Ave
\nCity: Sumter
\nState: South Carolina
\nPostal Code: 29150
\nMain Phone: 843-598-8210
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website:
\nEmployer ID Number: 99-3486965
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501c3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 23\/4\/2025
\nRequested Amount: 5000<\/p>\n
Project Title: "Roots & Readers: A Juneteenth Celebration and Summer Literacy Garden"
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
At Inspires Me, we are launching Roots & Readers, a community-centered initiative that celebrates Juneteenth through a vibrant family festival and provides enriching summer reading opportunities for children aged 3 to 13. This two-part program will begin with a Juneteenth community festival held in the local park, offering storytelling sessions, cultural performances, arts and crafts, and family-friendly games that honor African American history and promote unity.<\/p>\n
Following the festival, we will roll out our Summer Reading Program, distributing age-appropriate books and engaging children in guided reading sessions and literacy-based activities. This program will run for six weeks and will also incorporate the development of a Community Garden, where children can connect with nature, learn about sustainability, and document plant growth as part of their literacy journey.<\/p>\n
The project fosters intergenerational learning, builds literacy skills, and encourages community pride. With grant support, we will be able to provide free books, reading supplies, snacks, garden materials, and staffing to make this experience accessible and impactful for families in our underserved community.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: 7000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Donations<\/p>\n
Project Duration: June 15 \u2013 August 10, 2025 (8 weeks: Includes the Juneteenth festival and the full summer reading program)
\nGeographical Area Served: Sumter, South Carolina Primarily serving families and youth in the 29150 ZIP code area, with community events based at 318 N Salem Ave, Sumter, SC 29150
\nAge Group To Be Served: Children ages 3 to 13 and their families Our program is designed to engage early learners, school-age children, and provide supportive community involvement for parents and guardians.<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
\nContact First Name: Linda
\nContact Last Name: Jackson
\nContact Title: President
\nContact Phone: 843-598-8210
\nContact Email: bryajackson1@gmail.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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