
WHO WE ARE
THE FOUNDATION
The BLU Educational Foundation is federal 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation.
OUR MISSION
To provide educational and human services programming to youth, adults and organizations in order to build healthy, productive communities.
BACKGROUND
BLU began its work in 2001 as a response to the higher education challenges faced by families with limited income and limited opportunities in California's Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino Counties).
Currently, BLU manages several education and civic engagement programs that create a comprehensive approach to our goal of building productive communities.
MEET THE TEAM

Dina Walker
President & CEO

Dr. Daniel Walker
Board Chair/Arts Initiatives Director

Kimberly Kinermon
Operations Manager

Victoria Bullock
Executive Administrative Assistant
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Pedro Esquivel
Communications & Program Specialist
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Rakayla Simpson
Leadership Development Coordinator, rsimpson@bluedfoundation.org

Anthony Allen
Coordinator

Robert Gipson
Career Partnerships Coordinator

M'Cheala Prince
College Success Coordinator

Abigail Dugbartey
College Access & Community Engagement Advisor
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Olani LaBeaud
College Access & Community Engagement Advisor, Public Policy & Advocacy Fellow

Jailyn Forde
Community Organizer