Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Fitchburg Youth Football and Cheer Club Inc
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: FYFCC
\nMailing Address: PO BOX 851
\nCity: Fitchburg
\nState: MA
\nPostal Code: 01420
\nMain Phone: 412-557-2305
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: Fitchburgyouthraiders.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 33-3967071
\nOrganization Tax Status: 503c public charity <\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 0201\/2026
\nRequested Amount: 9000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Youth Sports Access & Equipment Support Program
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Fitchburg Youth Football and Cheer Club, Inc. (FYFCC) provides affordable, structured football and cheer programs for youth ages 5\u201314 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Our organization serves families from a historically under-resourced community where financial barriers often limit access to youth sports.
\nThe Youth Sports Access & Equipment Support Program ensures that children can safely participate regardless of a family\u2019s ability to pay. Grant funding will be used to offset equipment costs, registration assistance, and program fees for low-income families, including helmets, shoulder pads, uniforms, and cheer gear that meet required safety standards.
\nParticipation in youth sports promotes physical health, confidence, teamwork, discipline, and positive peer relationships. FYFCC also emphasizes inclusivity and works closely with families to support athletes with diverse needs, ensuring a welcoming and development-focused environment.
\nDuring the 2026 season, FYFCC anticipates serving over 150 youth athletes across football and cheer. Demand for financial assistance continues to grow as economic pressures affect local families. This project allows FYFCC to reduce financial hardship while maintaining high safety and program quality standards.
\nFunding from the Hermanowski Family Foundation will directly support youth participation, help remove cost barriers, and strengthen community-based youth development in Fitchburg.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $25,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Registration fees, community fundraising, Every Kid Sports, DJ Foundation, local sponsorships, and individual donations.<\/p>\n
Project Duration: March 2026 \u2013 November 2026
\nGeographical Area Served: Fitchburg, Massachusetts and surrounding North Central Massachusetts communities
\nAge Group To Be Served: Youth ages 5\u201314<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms
\nContact First Name: Jainny
\nContact Last Name: Andrews
\nContact Title: Clerk
\nContact Phone: 412-557-2305
\nContact Email: Fyfc.raiders@gmail.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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