Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Peter Paul RVA
\nLegal Name (if Different): Peter Paul Development Center, Inc.
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 1708 N 22nd Street
\nCity: Richmond
\nState: VA
\nPostal Code: 23223
\nMain Phone: 804-780-1195
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.peterpaulrva.org\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 54-1137164
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(c)(3) exempt<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 02\/24\/2026
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Peter Paul Youth Program: Empowering Children Through Education and Enrichment
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Peter Paul RVA\u2019s Youth Education Program provides free, year-round academic and enrichment programming for nearly 140 students in grades 1 through 12 in Richmond\u2019s East End. The program ensures that children in one of the city\u2019s most historically under-resourced communities have the tools, support, and confidence to succeed in school and beyond.<\/p>\n
Students attend the After School Academy five days per week during the school year and the full-day Summer Promise Academy when school is out. Programming includes personalized literacy and math instruction aligned with Virginia\u2019s Standards of Learning, small-group tutoring, homework assistance, and individualized learning plans. In 2024\u20132025, more than 70% of students improved in reading and math by year\u2019s end.<\/p>\n
Beyond academics, the Youth Program integrates arts, STEAM enrichment, social emotional learning, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Through partnerships with organizations such as the Science Museum of Virginia and Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, students participate in hands-on learning experiences and field trips that expand their exposure to new environments and opportunities.<\/p>\n
Nearly all youth in the program qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, and many begin below grade level. Peter Paul provides a safe, structured environment with consistent mentorship from trusted adults who understand and reflect students\u2019 lived experiences.<\/p>\n
Peter Paul respectfully requests $10,000 from The Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation to support academic instruction, enrichment activities, field trips, transportation for educational experiences, nutritious meals and daily snacks, educational materials, and staffing to maintain low student-to-staff ratios. This investment will help ensure that children in Richmond\u2019s East End have access to high-quality educational support and meaningful opportunities that empower them to reach their full potential. <\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $795,596<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Church Hill Association – $1,500 (Committed); Women of St. Stephen\u2019s – $1,000 (Committed); Grace and Holy Trinity Church – $15,000 (Committed); Shelton Hardaway Short, Jr. Foundation – $20,000 (Committed); RiverFront Investment Group – $25,000 (Committed); REB Foundation – $50,000 (Committed); Dominion Energy Charitable – $15,000 (Committed); Universal Leaf Foundation – $5,000 (Committed); Massey Foundation – $50,000 (Committed); Anonymous Foundation – $10,000 (Committed); Richmond Christmas Mother Fund – $2,000 (Committed); Herndon Foundation – $75,000 (Committed); Jackson Foundation – $35,000 (Committed); Martha Mabel Moore Charitable – $25,000 (Committed); Hamilton Family Foundation – $10,000 (Committed); Genworth Foundation – $20,000 (Committed); Reinhart Foundation – $15,000 (Committed); Anne Carter Robins and Walter R. Robins, Jr. Foundation – $10,000 (Committed); Altria Foundation – $75,000 (Committed); Atlantic Union Bank – $2,000 (Committed); Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond – $50,000 (Committed); Peachtree House Foundation – $5,000 (Committed); Wilbur Moreland Havens Charitable Fund – $15,000 (Committed); New York Life Aim High Program – $20,000 (Applied); McGue Millhiser Family Trust – $5,000 (Applied); Rock Foundation – $5,000 (Applied); Nunnally Charitable Trust – $30,000 (Applied); Moses D. Nunnally Jr. Charitable Trust – $35,000 (Applied); Windsor Foundation Trust – $35,000 (Applied) <\/p>\n
Project Duration: 1-Year following award date in October 2026
\nGeographical Area Served: Peter Paul\u2019s Youth Program serves youth in Richmond\u2019s East End, primarily in the Church Hill North, Fairfield, Mosby, Whitcomb, and Creighton Court neighborhoods, including four public housing communities.
\nAge Group To Be Served: Peter Paul RVA serves children and adolescents in grades 1 through 12, typically ages 6 to 17.<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Megan
\nContact Last Name: Miller
\nContact Title: Chief Development Officer
\nContact Phone: 804-780-1195
\nContact Email: grants@peterpaulrva.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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