Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: The Plug 4 Connection, Inc.
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: PO Box 570721
\nCity: Orlando
\nState: FL
\nPostal Code: 32857
\nMain Phone: 407-970-8971
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/theplug4connection.org\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 87-2792859
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501c3 Tax Exempt<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 2\/20\/26
\nRequested Amount: $5,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Career Mentorship Programming
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The PLUG 4 Connection\u2019s Career Mentoring Project provides students with structured, small-group mentoring designed to help them explore potential career paths, understand the educational journey required to achieve their goals, and build meaningful connections with individuals already working in their fields of interest. Many students, particularly those who are first-generation college aspirants or from underserved communities, lack direct access to professionals who can help them visualize and navigate future career opportunities. This project addresses that gap by creating intentional spaces where students can learn, ask questions, and develop confidence in their career aspirations.<\/p>\n
Students are organized into small mentoring cohorts based on shared career interests, such as healthcare, law, business, engineering, education, and technology. Each cohort meets regularly with both college and graduate students currently pursuing those careers, as well as experienced professionals working in those fields. These interactions provide students with insight into the academic pathways, challenges, and day-to-day realities of different professions. College and graduate student mentors offer relatable guidance on preparing for postsecondary education, while professionals share practical experiences, career advice, and industry knowledge.<\/p>\n
In addition to group discussions, students participate in career exposure activities, which may include guest speaker sessions, workplace visits, skill-building workshops, and hands-on learning experiences. These opportunities allow students to connect their academic efforts with real-world applications and better understand the steps necessary to achieve their goals.<\/p>\n
Through consistent mentoring relationships and meaningful exposure, students develop greater clarity about their future, increased motivation to pursue postsecondary education, and the confidence to take actionable steps toward their chosen careers. The Career Mentoring Project empowers students to make informed decisions, expand their sense of possibility, and build the foundation necessary for long-term academic and professional success.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $10,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): $5,000<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 12 months
\nGeographical Area Served: Orange County Florida
\nAge Group To Be Served: 14-18<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
\nContact First Name: Jennifer
\nContact Last Name: Craiker
\nContact Title: Director of Programs and Fundraising
\nContact Phone: 407-902-8541
\nContact Email: info@theplug4connection.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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