The Hines Foundation Inc. was founded in April 2020. However, our Founder and Board Members have invested years of education, time, and resources into improving inner-city communities in Richmond, Virginia for over five years. As a Richmond Public Schools graduate and educator, Louquanda Hines-Whitmore established the organization to create meaningful opportunities that help individuals network, explore, and succeed. We are committed to working with and for the community by providing free resources and programs designed to improve the quality of life for minorities residing in the inner city of Richmond, Virginia.
Growing up in the inner city of Richmond, Virginia presents both challenges and opportunities. Many African American and Hispanic youth continue to face academic, technological, and achievement gaps rooted in generational barriers. As an organization, our goal is to educate African Americans of all ages, especially inner-city youth, about our rich history and the vast opportunities available when we tap into our potential. We are committed to serving African Americans in the Richmond community, particularly those from low-income families, high-crime neighborhoods, and individuals seeking to shift from a fixed to a growth mindset.