Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Madison Reading Project
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 2939 S. Fish Hatchery Rd. Suite #100
\nCity: Fitchburg
\nState: Wisconsin
\nPostal Code: 53711
\nMain Phone: 6086650055
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: madisonreadingproject.com
\nEmployer ID Number: 47-2077478
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(c)3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 2\/26\/2026
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Books
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Books for Educators is one of Madison Reading Project\u2019s long-standing core literacy programs and has been serving local educators and students for several years. In 2025 alone, the program served 1,199 K\u201312 teachers across Greater Dane County with 32,635 brand-new, culturally and linguistically diverse books at no cost. These resources have strengthened classroom libraries, increased student access to inclusive reading materials, and supported educators, particularly
\nthose in under-resourced schools, who often lack funding for new books.
\nTeacher feedback consistently shows increased student engagement, stronger connections to reading, and more inclusive classroom environments as a result of the program.
\nBooks for Educators is currently funded through a combination of foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, individual donors, and community fundraising campaigns. Additional funding from
\nthe Hermanowski Foundation would allow Madison Reading Project to expand the number of educators served, increase the range of culturally responsive and multilingual titles available, and reach more teachers in under-resourced schools. The investment from The Hermanowski Foundation would build on proven success by sustaining and scaling equitable access to books while deepening the program\u2019s impact on literacy outcomes across our community.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: 150000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Additional grant funding from Brewers Foundation, Seeds of Hope, Wisconsin Humanities, and others. Additional financial support from business sponsors.<\/p>\n
Project Duration: August 2026-June 2027
\nGeographical Area Served: Dane County
\nAge Group To Be Served: k-12 Educators<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Emily
\nContact Last Name: Wills
\nContact Title: Development Director
\nContact Phone: 6086650055
\nContact Email: emily@madisonreadingproject.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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