Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Travis Manion Foundation
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: TMF
\nMailing Address: 140 E State St
\nCity: Doylestown
\nState: PA
\nPostal Code: 18901
\nMain Phone: 215-348-9080
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: www.travismanion.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 41-2237951
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(c)3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 3\/9\/2026
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Character Does Matter: Youth Mentorship
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Travis Manion Foundation\u2019s veteran-led youth mentorship program, Character Does Matter (CDM), empowers students in grades 4\u201312 to build character, leadership skills, and a sense of purpose. The program connects youth with veterans who serve as mentors and role models, helping students explore how to live lives grounded in service, integrity, and leadership.<\/p>\n
Rooted in the principles of positive psychology, CDM focuses on the skills and mindsets that help young people thrive. Through storytelling and real-life experiences, Veteran Mentors introduce students to character strengths such as honesty, gratitude, curiosity, and love of learning. These lessons encourage students to reflect on their values, strengthen relationships, and discover how their actions can positively impact others.<\/p>\n
The program begins with 40-minute classroom presentations delivered by trained Veteran Mentors. These sessions introduce students to character and leadership through engaging stories from military service and discussions about resilience, responsibility, and decision-making.<\/p>\n
CDM also offers a deeper, multi-session format where teams of veterans work with small groups of 15\u201320 students over several sessions. In this interactive environment, youth participate in discussions, collaborative activities, and hands-on learning that explore character strengths in greater depth. Students are encouraged to share their perspectives, build confidence, and practice leadership in a supportive setting.<\/p>\n
A key component of the program is service. Through TMF\u2019s Operation Legacy initiative, students partner with their Veteran Mentors to design and lead community service projects\u2014such as food drives, neighborhood beautification efforts, or supporting local families in need. These experiences allow youth to apply what they\u2019ve learned while making a meaningful difference in their communities.<\/p>\n
To extend mentorship beyond the classroom, TMF is expanding CDM through Youth Clubs, where students continue working with Veteran Mentors to address community challenges and grow as young leaders throughout the school year.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $253,883 – Florida CDM Budget for FY26<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Vystar Foundation (pending)<\/p>\n
Project Duration: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027
\nGeographical Area Served: Florida (specifically Jacksonville and Tampa)
\nAge Group To Be Served: Youth grades 4-12<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Michelle
\nContact Last Name: Tannahill
\nContact Title: Coordinator, Partnerships & Grants
\nContact Phone: 609.467.4145
\nContact Email: michelle.tannahill@travismanion.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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