MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO DINA WALKER
As we reflect on this season of gratitude, I am filled with profound appreciation for all we have achieved together in 2024, a year marked by Elevation. This year, we soared to new heights in advancing our mission, thanks to the unwavering dedication of our staff and leadership, whose commitment inspires us daily.
To our donors and supporters, your generosity has been the cornerstone of our success, allowing us to create impactful programs and empower countless lives. Together, we’ve elevated not only our goals but also the lives of those we serve, building a brighter future for our community.
As we embrace the holiday season, may we carry this spirit of gratitude into the new year, continuing to uplift and inspire. From the BLU family to yours, we wish you joy, peace, and a season filled with love and reflection.
Warm regards,
Dina Walker
President & CEO, BLU Educational Foundation
Imagine Fund Launch
The Imagine Fund is a dynamic 10-week program designed to empower impactful young artists. Participants will recieve a $1,000 budget to bring their projects to life while learning essential project management and professional development skills.
Click here to learn more about BLU's newest arts program!
Black Student Union Development
BLU's BSU Development Project aims to empower Black Student Unions within the Inland Empire.
This project will focus on mapping existing BSU's, developing and hosting workshops to build capacity of BSU students and advisors, and providing resources and training to cultivate a strong, united front when it comes to political, social, and economic education.
Connect with Executive Programs Manager Rakayla Simpson rsimpson@bluedfoundation.org to get involved.
Uhuru Education Project
Inspired by trips to Ghana over the last few years, we are excited to announce the Uhuru Education Project. This is a community driven initiative to create a high school, curriculum and/or education consortium that promotes
African-Centered Education
College
Culture
& Community
Career Pathways Reaunch
Be on the lookout for the return of BLU's Black Educator Pipeline (BEP) for aspiring teachers, the College Exodus to Health Professions (CEHP) for future medical professionals, and the launch of our Social Justice Pathway.
Click here to learn more about BLU's career programming
Inland Empire Black Education Congress
BLU's Annual Inland Empire Black Education Congress returns April 26, 2025. Join us for critical conversations focusing on actionable strategies to elevate the Black Education Agenda for students in the Inland Empire.
Click here for more information on the Inland Empire Black Education Agenda
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