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by David Blanco age 12 - Who was David Blanco
- David was the only child of loving parents. He accomplished a great deal
in his twenty five years. David excelled artistically, academically, and
physically throughout his life. A year after he graduated summa cum laude
from California Polytechnic University, he was killed in an automobile
accident. He was a new employee with Hewlett-Packard in their San Jose
offices, and was building a very successful career with them. On May
1,1993 he decided to visit his parents for the weekend. He left late at
night and fell asleep at the wheel. At that moment the lives of David's
parents were changed forever.
David's mother, Elizabeth Blanco, knew that the only thing that could possibly keep her sane was to pour all the love she had for David into an organization that would honor his memory. One year later, The David Nathan Blanco Foundation was born. David will always be remembered as an example of Potential Fulfilled. His energy and commitment to the values he held serve as a guide for others and the focus for the efforts of all who contribute to this foundation. - Our Mission
- The David Nathan Blanco Foundation was established on the belief that
our society cannot flourish unless its children are raised with love and
opportunity. The mission of the foundation is to support educational
opportunities for young people who otherwise do not have the resources or
the access. Because of David's artistic ability and his appreciation
for the creative mind, this foundation develops and supports art projects
programs and individuals in the communities that want or need such
programming.
- Love
- Love is the cornerstone of success. Self-esteem, hope, caring and respect are built on a foundation of love. David had all of the above because he was loved by so many. All activities of this foundation have these elements in place before any program or project is approved.
- Opportunity Through Education
- The first five years since the foundation was born more than ten
thousand dollars was raised for an endowment in David's name at California
Polytechnic University. This endowment gives students the opportunity to
succeed for as long as the life of the school. The endowment continues to
grow every year thanks to all the wonderful people who contribute.
- Opportunity Through Art Education
The most recent activity of the foundation is the creation of The Superclown Children's Art Gallery and Network. Superclown is the imaginary character created by David when he was 5 or 6 years old. The gallery was established in January 1999 in Afton, Minnesota and is the project of its two founders, Elizabeth Blanco and Gina Jarvi. - What is changing?
- An increasing number of schools are dropping art education from their
curricula because of state funding reversals. It is the foundation's
belief that the arts gives children and youth an important outlet for
their emotional lives. To take such programming out of the public schools
is a serious move in light of the increase in violent acts in schools by
youth. The art gallery is a place that professionally shows children's
artwork. Children's art is most often considered undeveloped by the
"art world". In fact, children's art is a window into what is
really going on within a child's experience. It is not that
children's art is undeveloped, but rather, children are not yet so
sophisticated to have intellectual answers for what they do. Art is the
work of young people and it deserves a mat, a frame and an
audience.
The gallery is also mobile. Staff go to where the education is needed and develop art shows in those communities. They try to establish collaborative relationships with galleries in the area to present the work it's children have completed. The gallery is a place that strives to make children and youth feel welcome and where they can learn and have fun.
- The Plan
- Simply, we will use the financial strength gained through contributions and help from individuals and groups to increase the opportunity of a secondary education for those who are economically disadvantaged. Without education the well being of our country is compromised. The government works to provide everyone with an adequate high school education. Beyond that students are "on their own." Through scholarships and financial assistance programs, we will make a difference. The youth of the country are a resource that we cannot afford to waste.
- Your Role
- Join us in working to provide opportunity. Foundation funds are used to encourage students of all ages, interests, and abilities. From special art projects to scholarships that further a young person's education, your contribution will be an important part of someone's educational success. Knowledge that benefits the individual will, in turn, benefit all of society.
Help us fight for the future by fighting ignorance!
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Contribute what you can. Donations may be made by sending a check made out to: David Nathan Blanco Foundation (DNBF) to either 20309 Gramercy Place,
Unit D or 1372
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