The Daniel Kayde Blackman Legacy Foundation

Connects young individuals with experienced mentors to provide guidance, support, and encouragement for personal and academic growth. This program aims to build confidence and foster life skills essential for success.

Provides guidance and support through the scholarship application process to help students secure funding for higher education or vocational training. This service aims to demystify the application and increase chances of success.

Engages children and young adults in hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics activities and programs. Our initiative sparks curiosity and develops critical thinking skills for future innovation.

We believe that financial barriers should never prevent a student from pursuing their dreams. Our Educational Scholarships program provides essential funding for college scholarships, trade school assistance, technical certification support, workforce development scholarships, and continuing education opportunities. Join us in inspiring futures through education and mentorship, ensuring that every deserving student has the chance to succeed.

Founded by retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class and Arizona State Representative Walt Blackman, the Foundation understands the unique challenges faced by veterans and military families.
Services include:
Veteran mentorship
Educational resources
Transition support
Family assistance referrals
Youth programs for military families
Community networking
Leadership opportunities
Resource navigation
We remain committed to honoring service while investing in future generations.

Financial knowledge creates lifelong opportunity.
Our workshops help youth and young adults understand:
Budgeting
Saving
Banking
Credit management
Responsible borrowing
Investing fundamentals
Entrepreneurship
Small business basics
Participants gain practical skills that support long-term financial independence.

Preparing students for meaningful careers begins long before graduation.
Our workforce development initiatives include:
Career readiness
Resume writing
Interview preparation
Internship connections
Job shadowing
Apprenticeship awareness
Professional networking
Career mentoring

The Foundation partners with schools, businesses, civic organizations, churches, and local governments to improve educational opportunities throughout Arizona.

Community initiatives include:
School partnerships
Volunteer projects
Community events
Educational workshops
Family engagement
Resource fairs
Youth enrichment activities

Together, we build stronger communities through collaboration and service.

Volunteers are the heart of our mission. Whether you are an educator, veteran, business leader, college student, or community member, your time and talents can make a lasting difference.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Mentoring students
Event support
STEM instruction
Scholarship review committees
Fundraising events
Community outreach
Administrative assistance
Professional expertise

We believe meaningful partnerships create sustainable impact.
Businesses, foundations, civic organizations, and community leaders are invited to partner with us through:

Sponsorships
Corporate giving
Employee volunteer programs
Scholarship funding
Program sponsorships
In-kind donations
Community initiatives
Educational collaborations

Together, we can expand educational opportunities and strengthen communities across Arizona.