BLCI has long recognized that underserved communities, especially those of color, suffer from a disproportional lack of access to preventative health care and educational and economic opportunities. The recent pandemic has starkly exposed these weaknesses and the underlying and chronic unfairness of this reality.

Breaking the cycle of poverty with all its attendant evils continues to be BLCI’s mission. Changing the trajectory of our students lives via their obtainment of college degrees addresses the core problem of lack of opportunity and creates economic empowerment. Please support BLCI’s success in continuing to provide a pathway for our students to achieve life-changing transformations. Your support is as appreciated as it is critical during this challenging time.

Keith Behner

Board Chair