Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Carroll County Wellness Center
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 164 Carter Pines Lane
\nCity: Hillsville
\nState: Virginia
\nPostal Code: 24343-9998
\nMain Phone: 2767282500
\nMain Fax: 2767289298
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.carrollwc.org\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 75-3125508
\nOrganization Tax Status: Non Profit<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 10\/15\/2025
\nRequested Amount: $10,000.00<\/p>\n
Project Title: Water Wise Kids
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
For many children, a trip to the pool or beach is a summer rite of passage. For underprivileged kids, however, the life-saving skill of learning to swim is often out of reach due to financial barriers. Water Wise kids will be a water safety program dedicated to bridging this gap, providing scholarships for high-quality swimming lessons to local families in need. By partnering with local schools and rallying community support, we will give children the opportunity to build confidence and develop essential skills that could save their lives.
\nDrowning remains a leading cause of accidental death for young children, a silent and preventable tragedy. Hope Floats directly combats this statistic by making formal swim lessons\u2014shown to reduce the risk of drowning by 88%\u2014accessible to all. The program will go beyond teaching basic strokes; it will empower kids by helping them conquer fears, understand water hazards, and learn how to respond in emergencies.
\nThe impact of Water Wise Kids will extend beyond the pool, as families gain peace of mind and children build self-esteem that will ripple into other areas of their lives. With the support of generous donors and community partners, we will change lives, one lesson at a time, ensuring that every child has the chance to learn how to float\u2014and succeed\u2014in and out of the water.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $25,000.00<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): : In-kind contribution made by Carroll County Wellness Center (Committed), Association of Aquatic Professionals (Potential)<\/p>\n
Project Duration: One Year
\nGeographical Area Served: Carroll County Virginia and surounding areas
\nAge Group To Be Served: 4-11<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Carrie
\nContact Last Name: Burnette-Phipps
\nContact Title: Restoration Clinic Coordinator
\nContact Phone: 276-728-2500
\nContact Email: carrie@carrollwc.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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