Empowering Veterans, Families & Underserved Communities Through Real-World Learning
Education, Literacy & Leadership — For Those Who Need It Most.
BrightPath Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit delivering emotional intelligence, financial literacy, and leadership programs - plus the Bumper Initiative™ for children and families - through public-private partnerships founded in NY currently located in North Carolina to provide the southeast access.
68%
of Americans have less than $1,000 in savings.
"BuildingBlocs Academy is a first-of-its-kind Emotional Intelligence and Financial Wellness Academy built on the principles of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)."
The BrightPath Foundation is the outreach engine that brings that education to the public — forming public-private partnerships with cities, corporations, nonprofits, and community organizations to fund, distribute, and deliver programs where they are needed most.
87
Veterans Served
7
Program Tracks
$0
Cost to Learners
25M
Learners by 2030
BuildingBlocs Academy
Programs Built for Real Life
Our programs teach people how to lead calmly, think clearly, communicate effectively, and manage their money with purpose and confidence.
Veterans Learning Transition
Transition, resilience, and leadership training for service members and their families. Empowering post-service success.
Financial Empowerment
Budgeting, debt management, and financial confidence for families and individuals. Building financial stability that lasts.
Emotional Wellness & Resilience
SEL-based emotional intelligence and coping skills for all life stages. Reducing stress and strengthening relationships.
Family Reset & Community Growth
Parenting and youth connection workshops. Restoring trust and communication at home.
Recovery & Reintegration
Used to Survive™ trauma-informed recovery system. Helping individuals rebuild identity, purpose, and hope.
For Children & Families
The Bumper Initiative™
A community engagement program that uses storytelling, character-based learning, interactive vehicles, and hands-on activities to bring families together — promoting social-emotional learning, literacy, STEM exploration, and veteran engagement.
- Uncle Aaron Road Tales book series
- Story Time With Lori school visits
- RC Adventure Program for veterans & families
- NASCAR RC community events
- AMVETS RC veteran partnership
Uncle Aaron Road Tales
The Bumper Book Series — 5 Titles & Growing
20% of proceeds go directly to the Foundation.
Our Founder
I'm Aaron B. Kershaw
"When combat PTSD hit me at 45 — more than thirty years after serving two tours overseas, including one in Iraq — I lost my career and nearly lost my sense of self."
The VA helped with treatment, but not with rebuilding life — especially financially. So I built what I needed. Today, BrightPath Foundation and BuildingBlocs Academy serve veterans, families, and communities across the country.
Scholarship Impact
Investing in the Next Generation
In 2026, BrightPath Foundation awarded $3,500 in scholarships to three John Jay High School graduates — sponsored by the Pisani Family of New Rochelle.
Leadership Excellence
Kyle Kershaw
$2,500
Perseverance Award
Matt Doss
$500
Emerging Leader
Jackson Santiago
$500
How Sponsorship Works
01
You Sponsor Seats.
Your donation directly funds course access for veterans, families, and community learners.
02
We Deliver Education.
BuildingBlocs Academy provides 100% of the learning — online, interactive, and real-world ready.
03
You See the Impact.
Every sponsor receives quarterly updates and real stories of transformation.
Every act of generosity lights a path forward.
Partner with BrightPath Foundation to bring accessible, life-changing education to veterans, families, and communities who need it most.