Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Association for Nature-Based Education
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: ANBE
\nMailing Address: 13526 Long Green Pike, PO box 54
\nCity: Baldwin
\nState: MD
\nPostal Code: 21013
\nMain Phone: 443-233-0707
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: anbe.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 81-4291262
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501c3 nonprofit organization<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: February 4, 2026
\nRequested Amount: 5,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Expand Access to Nature-Based Education with Teacher Scholarships
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The Association for Nature-Based Education is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality professional development and community initiatives that advance nature-based education and environmental literacy for all children. Central to this mission is the Nature-Based Teacher Certification, a one-of-a-kind, 36-clock-hour training designed to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to integrate nature-based learning into their daily teaching practice.<\/p>\n
Research consistently shows that regular engagement with nature supports young children\u2019s physical health, social-emotional development, cognitive growth, and overall wellbeing. Nature-based education fosters curiosity, creativity, self-regulation, and resilience, while also strengthening academic foundations aligned with early learning standards. The Nature-Based Teacher Certification bridges theory and practice, helping educators intentionally connect outdoor experiences with curriculum goals in literacy, math, science, and social development, ensuring children thrive both developmentally and academically.<\/p>\n
Despite these benefits, many children do not have access to nature-based learning environments simply because their teachers lack access to specialized training. Financial barriers, limited professional development opportunities, and geographic constraints often prevent educators from gaining the skills needed to implement nature-based approaches effectively. As a result, inequities persist, and too many children miss out on the powerful developmental benefits that nature can provide.<\/p>\n
Funding teacher scholarships for the Nature-Based Teacher Certification directly addresses this gap. Scholarships expand access to essential training, empowering more educators to bring nature-based practices into early learning settings across diverse communities. By investing in teachers, we invest in children, supporting healthier development, stronger learning outcomes, and a lifelong connection to the natural world. Through this certification, educators become agents of change, ensuring that all young children, regardless of background or setting, can experience the transformative impact of nature-based education.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: 10000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $5000 anonymous donor already committed<\/p>\n
Project Duration: For scholarships in fiscal year 2027
\nGeographical Area Served: United States
\nAge Group To Be Served: Early childhood educators receive scholarship for training that benefits children birth to age 8 years old.<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.):
\nContact First Name: Monica
\nContact Last Name: Wiedel-Lubinski
\nContact Title: Executive Director
\nContact Phone: 443-233-0707
\nContact Email: director@anbe.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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