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From the Barrio Foundation is an IRS designated 501c3 corporation that addresses conditions that help youth avoid choices that may lead to violence, delinquency, drugs and gangs, and promotes education, valuing a sense of pride and accomplishment, and advocates social values which foster improved self-esteem.
The books, From the Barrio to the Board Room and Mi Barrio, and curriculum, From the Barrio to the Classroom are the tools, and author, Robert Renteria is the resource to inspire and motivate youth and young adults to understand their personal goals so they can realize their hope and dreams for their future through education, hard work, pride, accomplishment, perseverance and determination
CPS Vendor Number: 63134
EIN: 26-4650176
We’re raising money for education! Your donation goes directly to placing the book into the hands of our youth through schools, programs and organizations across America who cannot otherwise afford to purchase books.
FROM THE BARRIO CORE VALUES
Family – Valuing the family unity by protecting, honoring, and cherishing family first
Education – The desire to take responsibility for one’s own learning
Inspiration – The catalyst that ignites the pursuit of hopes and dreams
Hard Work – The willingness and appreciation for making an honest effort
Determination – The willingness to make the tough, positive choices that build character
| Foundation Sponsors: | |
| Attny. Fred Morelli Attny. Judd Lofchie Aurora Hispanic Chamber of Comm Borders Books Cazadores Grill Comcast Gil & Cruz Law Firm Harbor Construction Harris Bank Holland & Knight IBM Illinois Senator Holmes Healthy Heroes |
Illinois State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia The Jendruczek Family Kendall Immediate Medical Care Kevin Fitzpatrick McDonalds |
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The From the Barrio Foundation is currently implementing From the Barrio to the Classroom in Chicago Public Schools and schools and youth prisons around the country. To view where the program is being utilized see our program usage page.
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