Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: AFFCF
\nMailing Address: 360 E. Coronado Rd., Ste. 190
\nCity: Phoenix
\nState: AZ
\nPostal Code: 85004
\nMain Phone: 602-252-9445
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.affcf.org\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 86-0468850
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501 c 3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 2\/20\/26
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Childhood Activities for AZ Children in Foster Care
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The Childhood Activities (CA) program of the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF) ensures that children and youth in Arizona foster care can experience the joy and normalcy of childhood. Established in 1984, this flagship program fills critical gaps left by limited state support (at an average of $15 per day across all placements) by funding opportunities that fall outside basic care.
\nAny child or youth (birth to age 21) who is a ward of the court in Arizona is eligible, including those in kinship placements, licensed foster homes, congregate care, tribal placements, and young adults who voluntarily remain in extended foster care. Funding supports activities such as sports registration and equipment, camps, tutoring, school field trips, bicycles, clothing, graduation expenses, music lessons, and more.
\nParticipation in extracurricular and enrichment activities is proven to increase GPA, reduce dropout and delinquent behavior, and strengthen essential life skills such as persistence, independence, and positive peer relationships. For youth who have experienced trauma and instability, these opportunities foster confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.
\nIn 2025, AFFCF funded 5,593 activities for 2,671 children and youth statewide, totaling $1,000,127. Impact is carefully monitored through board review, annual audit, and caregiver surveys. Results show 95% reported improved self-esteem, 94% noted stronger connections with others, and 96% said youth learned a new skill or hobby.
\nAs one youth shared, \u201cSince I have been receiving your help" (funding for tutoring provided directly to the vendor), "I have improved in my reading and math one full grade level.\u201d With support from the Hermanowski Foundation, AFFCF will continue ensuring that Arizona\u2019s foster youth have access to the same enriching opportunities as their peers \u2013 opportunities to create joyful experiences and expand their futures.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $1,230,112<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): The Pless Foundation, Stark Martin Charitable Trust, In-N-Out Burger Foundation, Stone Canyon Community Foundation, J.W. Kieckhefer Foundation, Moreno Family Foundation, Schneider Foundation, Scottsdale Charros Foundation, Town of Paradise Valley, Costco Wholesale, Kiwanis of Carefree<\/p>\n
Project Duration: One (1) Year
\nGeographical Area Served: All 15 counties in Arizona
\nAge Group To Be Served: age 0 – 21 (in foster care)<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
\nContact First Name: Rebecca
\nContact Last Name: Swille
\nContact Title: Senior Development Manager
\nContact Phone: 602-252-9445
\nContact Email: rswille@affcf.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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